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The rules around releasing donor information are clearly stated in law and enforced by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA). Semovo is a licensed by the HFEA, therefore the images used in our donor stories are for illustrative purposes. This is to protect the privacy and anonymity of those who generously donated.
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Your donation can make a world of difference for couples, see the impact your donation could make directly from the families we have helped create.
Fertility treatment is a roller coaster, but the team was there for us during the highs and lows. Throughout the entire process, we felt looked after and supported. We will be eternally grateful to the team that made it all possible.
Lydia & KimWhen I first decided I wanted to become a solo mum, I almost didn't believe it would be possible, but my family is now complete with my two gorgeous sons, Oscar and Casper.
MillyWe feel so lucky and blessed to have welcomed Mylo into the world. We can't thank everyone enough for the gift they have given us.
Amy & LauraIn the UK, sperm donation is voluntary, and you will not be paid for your donations. Instead you are allowed to receive compensation of up to £45 per clinic visit which is the legal limit set by our regulator the HFEA, to cover any expenses associated with donating, such as travelling to our sperm bank.
You’ll start to receive this after your medical screening and counselling, and will then get compensation every time you call in to donate. Each time you’ll be able to receive £35 of your expenses, with £10 being accrued, which can all be paid to you after your final screening when all your sperm is available for treatment use.
In the UK, sperm donors are only anonymous to the person receiving your sperm, but this does not apply to their child, this allows the donor-conceived child an opportunity to trace their biological origins if they want to. Once they reach 18, they can contact the UK fertility regulator HFEA to access identifying information about you.
Before then, they can request access to non-identifying information when they turn 16, such as your height, weight, ethnic origins, and whether you had any genetic children when you registered. As part of the application process, you will also write a 'pen picture' in which you describe yourself and provide a goodwill message to any future children born from your donation, which is created to allow patients to select a donor from our pool of donors.
As a potential donor, it is essential to attend a counselling session with one of our experts to answer any questions or concerns you might have.
No, when you donate at a licensed sperm bank like Semovo, you have no legal, financial or any other responsibility for any child that is born. And you are not considered as the child’s parent.
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