Seattle Sperm Bank is your trusted partner and resource when it comes to donor sperm. We are here every step of the way as your journey into parenthood. Explore our blog for topics from preconception to conception with donor sperm.

Preserving Sperm Vial Quality & Integrity
Here at Seattle Sperm Bank, vial quality is one of our top priorities and a constant endeavor. We truly stand behind our products with pride and confidence. An impressive selection of donors, one-on-one customer service, and the most extensive genetic testing in the market, are all parts of what has made our donor vials so desirable to patients and clinicians. But the greatest service we offer to patients looking for donor sperm is the high quality of the vials themselves. Our unmatched...

Need a Cryobank? Be Sure to Ask about Donor Screening
A cryobank earns its reputation on the strength of its donors. Higher quality donations mean a better chance of conception, a healthy baby, and a happy family. That’s why Seattle Sperm Bank has the most rigorous quality assurance program in the industry. Our internal vetting process is even stricter than existing U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations for sperm donation. And it all begins with our comprehensive donor screening. How We Screen Sperm Donors Part of how we maintain the...

SSB Loves Me!
Seattle Sperm Bank loves babies, and what is cuter than a newborn baby in a onesie? We have designed a special onesie as a keepsake for any SSB baby. All you have to do is send us a birth report and we will mail out our 'SSB Loves Me' onesie, no charge. This offer also applies to those have previously submitted a birth report with us as well! Seattle Sperm Bank wants you and your child to know that you are special to us!

Find the Right Sperm Donor with Our All Access Pass
Once you decide to use donor sperm to conceive, the next step is choosing the right donor. This is a critical yet often overwhelming process for many women and families. After all, Seattle Sperm Bank has hundreds of quality donors to select from. Fortunately, our system is comprehensive, easy to use, and cost effective. But where to begin? The best way to start is to sign up for SSB’s All Access Pass membership. For just $50, you get three months of unlimited access to all donor profile...

Getting a Vasectomy? Consider Storing Your Sperm First
A vasectomy is the most reliable form of contraception a man can get. It’s also a common procedure with about half a million men going through it every year in the U.S. Because it’s so effective, you want to be certain you, or more importantly your spouse or partner, don’t want to have kids (or any more kids) in the future before committing to it. However, it is possible to have it both ways. By storing your sperm for later use, you can get a vasectomy and still keep the option...

How Much Does Donor Sperm Cost?
It can certainly be overwhelming to understand the costs and procedures associated with selecting, ordering, and shipping your donor sperm vials. Understanding the total costs of how much you will be spending with a sperm bank as part of your journey to conceive can bring you peace of mind, and allow to you more easily plan for the family of your dreams! Thanks to our efficient processes and many successful years of business, Seattle Sperm Bank continues to offer the lowest prices for...

Reasons to Use a Cryobank
There are many reasons to use a cryobank to freeze and store sperm for future personal use. These include: An upcoming military deployment. In 2016, the Pentagon created a pilot program that pays troops to have their sperm or eggs frozen for later use. You’re considering a vasectomy. Storing sperm can serve as a backup plan in case you change your mind about wanting to start a family. Also, while vasectomy reversal is possible, the procedure includes some significant risks and may reduce your...

As the Fertility Industry Grows, So Does the Focus on Donor Quality
The number of women postponing pregnancy until later in life is growing. As a result, many are finding it difficult to conceive. Fortunately, there are more options for help than ever. And as more families, couples, and single women learn about the high success rate of using sperm donors to conceive, the word is spreading. Lesbian couples in particular are using sperm banks in increasing numbers. The media are also taking note of this growing industry. A September 2017 article in The Economist...

How to Choose a Sperm Bank You Can Trust
Using a sperm bank is a safe and effective way to conceive a child. Of course, there are many things to consider when choosing the right sperm bank for your needs. This is a major life decision and we encourage you to get all the information you can. All the major sperm banks and fertility clinics in the U.S. are different, so it’s good to research and compare. There are substantial differences in pricing, minimum sperm cell counts per vial, donor profile information, and many other...

Seattle Sperm Bank Introduces New Genetic Testing Search Tool
Seattle Sperm Bank offers the most comprehensive genetic testing of any sperm bank in the world. Our screening process includes testing all donors who entered our program as of August 2016 for more than 100 genetic conditions. We maintain our high standards by continually improving our donor screening process. Case in point: our latest feature allows you to search our donor database by those donors who have tested negative for specific conditions. This tool lets you see all the donors who have...