Category Archives: Pregnancy

So Many Options

Posted on May 28, 2014 by admin

Blog written by Laboratory Staff JM These days, those who use donor sperm to conceive have more options than ever. The search tools for donor catalogs are extremely advanced, allowing a woman or couple to narrow down her ideal donor … Continue reading →

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4 Facts About HPV You Need to Know

Posted on April 23, 2014 by admin

The human papilloma virus (HPV) is the most widespread sexually transmitted virus and 80 per cent of the world’s population will contract it once. 1. There are more than 100 types of HPV HPV affects the skin and any moist … Continue reading →

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Two Week Wait Anxiety

Posted on April 10, 2014 by admin

If you have just completed an insemination with donor sperm, you are probably anxiously waiting to test to see if you are pregnant! It may seem like the longest two weeks in your entire life. A great option during this … Continue reading →

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The Top 5 Tips for Picking Your Ideal Donor

Posted on March 28, 2014 by admin

If you are thinking “Where do I start?,” this eBook will help answer your questions about the donor selection process. Determine which donor category is right for you Recognize the importance of knowing your CMV status Create a list of … Continue reading →

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ASRM Video Understanding Fertility

Posted on March 19, 2014 by admin

The American Society for Reproductive Medicine has an introduction video about understanding fertility in various aspects. This is a great place to start for anyone who is considering using donor sperm or having trouble conceiving.  

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Improving the Odds When TTC

Posted on March 4, 2014 by admin

Blog written by Cryobank Staff JM So you’re ready to try to conceive. Perhaps you’re in the right place in your career, in your relationship, in your life to start building a family, or maybe you’re ready for a new … Continue reading →

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Infertility Insurance Coverage

Posted on February 25, 2014 by admin

An interesting article for those who are dealing with infertility issues was published in the Salt Lake Tribune today.  The news story is following a proposed bill that would introduce infertility coverage to insurance plans in Utah. The article “Bill would allow insurance … Continue reading →

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What Sort of Guy Donates Sperm?

Posted on February 19, 2014 by admin

Blog written by Laboratory Staff JM Sperm donors. We can generally say they’re attractive, educated, healthy men. Some are taller than others, differences in hair and eye colors abound, not to mention ancestry! I’m just scratching the surface here on all … Continue reading →

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Embryo Implantation

Posted on February 10, 2014 by admin

A great article from Live Science briefly explains some new research that may answer some questions about why certain embryos do not implant during IVF procedures. The article Fate of a Fertilized Egg: Why Some Embryos Don’t Implant talks about having … Continue reading →

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Plan, Prep, Important Steps: Being Recognized As the Parent – For Lesbian Couples

Posted on February 5, 2014 by admin

Blog written by Cryobank Staff JM One of my friends, I’ll call her Jane, is expecting her first child, due this spring.  It’s wonderful to witness the joy on her face, and to see how excited her wife is!  They … Continue reading →

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