Phoenix Sperm Bank Blog

Anonymous Sperm Donor Q&A

What is it like being a sperm donor? We went straight to the experts. Here is what Phoenix sperm donors had to say: What made you decide to join the program? Donor A: “Honestly, what made me join the program was that I was starting my adult life after college and began googling side jobs. As ideas popped up, I started doing the mental calculus of what is going to be worth my time, and what isn’t. I found this program at the same time I was doing a little bit of uber and decided to apply. It’s been a

Phoenix Sperm Donor Application Process

Sperm donors provide worthwhile tissue donation that helps couples and individuals become parents and start their families. There is currently a donor shortage and every donor counts, so we’re going to break down the application process when applying to become a sperm donor at Phoenix Sperm Bank. Step 1. Apply Online And Visit The Lab The application process starts with an online application. This is a quick and easy form that becomes the first step in our getting to know you. We ask for straightforward information such as your name, contact information, age, and basic physical characteristics (height, weight, eye

Hearing From Phoenix Sperm Bank Families

Becoming a sperm donor has a big impact on families who depend on donors to expand their families. Here is what just a few of the Phoenix Sperm Bank parents have to say: “My husband and I experienced male factor infertility for years. We decided to go the donor route. We had an amazing experience and after a couple of bumps along the road, we ended up with our amazing twins! We are so grateful!” “I truly never imagined this is what I would be doing at this point in my life, but I am so grateful for the Seattle

What Information Is Shared With Families Who Use Donor Sperm?

Sperm donors at Phoenix Sperm Bank submit a lot of information as part of the application process and joining the donor program. What information collected is shared with potential families? Demographic and Education Information What is shared: When potential parents are looking for a donor, they will often choose someone who looks like their partner or another family member. Having the donor’s height, weight, hair, eye color, and other physical characteristics will help them find a match. Additional information also helps potential parents connect with their donor. They may have similar educational backgrounds, favorite subjects, or least favorite subjects. What

What To Know About Becoming A Sperm Donor

Sperm donors are needed now more than ever. If you live in the Phoenix area, you can make a difference for waiting parents. How To Get Started Requirements for getting into the program include: 18-39 years old Any ethnicity College students and working professionals are welcome Commit to the program for at least 6 months. A donor application can be completed online. The application will ask for your name, address, contact information, and a few questions about yourself such as height, weight, ethnicity, etc. After completing the online application, potential donors can either schedule an in-person visit or stop by

How to Make Money as a Sperm Donor

Summer is at an end, school is back in, and holidays are around the corner. With changing time commitments and increased financial needs, finding a part-time job can help with extra expenses. Consider becoming a sperm donor at Phoenix Sperm Bank. Each qualifying donation is compensated with $100 and active donors receive routine health exams that include STI testing. But how does being a sperm donor work? Step 1. Apply to join the donor program. The first step is being accepted into the donor program. Get started with an online application then schedule the first visit to the lab. Be

How To Prepare For Your First Visit To The Sperm Bank

When applying to the donor program at Phoenix Sperm Bank, the first step after completing an online application is a semen analysis. This will be the first chance for the lab to see if you meet the criteria to be a donor in the program. You will want to make sure you give a good sample to move on to the next stage in the application process. We are going to go over the first visit in detail to ease your mind and help you prepare. What Happens During The Semen Analysis Appointment? You will produce a semen sample, and

What Phoenix Sperm Bank Looks For In A Donor

What Phoenix Sperm Bank Looks For In Donors

We are always looking for new donors for our program. Sperm donors mean a lot to the families who depend on these donations for their fertility treatments. Wonder if you have what it takes to become a sperm donor at Phoenix Sperm Bank? We compiled a list of what we are looking for in donors. If you think you qualify and would like to start helping, you are welcome to apply online anytime! Healthy Men 18-39 It is crucial that we stick with this age range. Regulatory requirements compel us to use a specific age range for sperm donation. Additionally,

Types Of Tissue Donations

There are all types of ways of providing worthwhile donations to people in need. Tissue donations can help save lives or provide much-needed treatment support. At Phoenix Sperm Bank, we are a sperm bank and this is just one type of tissue donation that provides treatment support. We’re going to take a look at different types of tissue donations that are beneficial for a wide range of individuals. Blood Donations Blood donations are probably the most well-known type of tissue donation. Blood drives are hosted throughout Phoenix year long. There are increases in blood donation drives during times of national

Making Extra Income Over The Summer At Phoenix Sperm Bank

Phoenix in the summer can be a great place, as long as you stay out of the heat. A great way to beat the heat is to head out to Bartlett Lake and rent kayaks or paddle boards. Or try indoor rock climbing at Phoenix Rock Gym or Black Rock Bouldering. Staying active is also a great benefit to your health. Planning a summer trip away from the heat is another avenue. However, joining gyms, paying for rentals, or airfare can start to add up quickly. Getting a second job will have an impact on your free time, so what

What Happens to Sperm Donations?

Donors visit Phoenix Sperm Bank weekly to give donations and intended parents receive shipments at their clinic of choice around the US. What steps does the lab take to get a sample ready for future treatments and how are samples shipped? Here we break down what happens at Phoenix Sperm Bank, from donation to treatment. Sperm Collection Donors visit Phoenix Sperm Bank in-person weekly to give donations. Each donation then undergoes washing freezing, and storage before being shipped out for treatment. Wash and Freeze A semen analysis is performed on each sample to ensure that it is usable for treatment.

Sperm Donor Health Screening and Testing

Donors in our program are screened and tested for both infectious diseases, as well as conditions that would cause adverse outcomes for potential offspring. Additionally, all donors undergo various health checks that include both questionnaires and in-person evaluations. Here is a complete look at all the testing and screening potential donors and donors undergo when joining the donor program at Phoenix Sperm Bank. Initial Screening for Applicants Incoming donors are screened for age and education on the initial application. Per directives that guide how tissue banks operate, we are not permitted to use donor sperm from men who are over