Donor Conception - The Surrogacy Father

Donor conception such as choosing to use a donor sperm, eggs, or embryos is a deeply personal decision, and it’s important to take your time to consider if it’s the right path for you. Speaking with trusted friends, family members, or a professional counsellor can provide valuable perspective and emotional support during this process.

A fertility clinic might recommend donor conception if:

You’re unable to produce viable eggs or sperm.
Your eggs or sperm are unlikely to result in a successful pregnancy.
There’s a high risk of passing on an inherited genetic condition.
You’re in a same-sex relationship.
You’re pursuing parenthood as a single person.

Are There Risks in Using Donated Sperm, Eggs, or Embryos?

When working with a licensed fertility clinic, the risks associated with donor conception are minimal. Donors undergo thorough health screenings, including family medical history checks to rule out serious genetic conditions and testing for infections such as HIV, hepatitis, syphilis, and gonorrhoea.

If you’re considering using sperm from someone you know outside of a clinic setting, it’s crucial to understand the risks. Without proper testing and legal agreements, there’s an increased chance of transmitting infections, and potential legal complexities around parenthood rights.

How Can I Find a Donor?

The safest and most reliable route is through a licensed fertility clinic. Here are your primary options:

Clinic Donor Lists: many clinics have sperm, egg, or embryo donors available, although waiting times can vary, especially if you have specific preferences.
Known Donor: if you’d like to use a donor you know personally, treatment can still be facilitated through your clinic to ensure proper health checks and legal protections.
International Donors: clinics can import sperm, eggs, or embryos from overseas, provided they meet strict regulatory standards.

Online Matching Services: while there are websites connecting intended parents with donors, private arrangements outside of clinics carry legal and medical risks.

Can We Use the Same Donor for Future Children?

Yes, provided sperm, eggs, or embryos from the same donor are still available. If you hope to have future children using the same donor, discuss this with your clinic early on. Some clinics allow you to reserve donor samples, though this may come with an additional cost.

Egg Donation

Choosing egg donation is a significant and often emotional milestone in your fertility journey. At The Surrogacy Father, we’re here to offer expert guidance, compassionate support, and continuity of care every step of the way.

Egg donation might be recommended if you’ve experienced premature ovarian failure, early menopause, the effects of cancer treatment, or if there’s a genetic condition you wish to avoid passing on. For same-sex male couples, egg donation is an essential part of the surrogacy process.

Finding the right egg donor can feel overwhelming, especially with growing demand. That’s why we work with trusted donor networks both locally and internationally, giving you access to diverse and carefully vetted options.

The Egg Donation Process:

The egg donor undergoes hormone stimulation to encourage egg production.
Your treatment plan will involve either a natural cycle or medication to prepare for embryo transfer.
Donor eggs are fertilised and closely monitored.
Healthy embryos are selected and transferred to your surrogate.

At The Surrogacy Father, we’re committed to making this experience as smooth and reassuring as possible, ensuring you feel informed, confident, and supported at every stage.

Sperm Donation

There are many reasons intended parents might need donor sperm—whether due to male factor infertility, being a solo parent, or being part of a same-sex couple. At The Surrogacy Father, we guide you through every stage, from selecting the right donor to coordinating treatment with your clinic.

Choosing a sperm donor is a deeply personal decision, and we’re here to help you make an informed choice. We collaborate with a wide network of licensed fertility clinics across the UK, Europe and the U.S, offering access to a diverse catalogue of donor profiles that meet the highest standards of safety and transparency.

The Sperm Donation Process:

Browse detailed donor profiles tailored to your needs.
Receive support and guidance from our dedicated team.
Coordinate logistics seamlessly with your chosen clinic.

We’re here to ensure the donor conception process feels smooth, supported, and as stress-free as possible—so you can focus on building your family with confidence.

Your journey to parenthood is unique, and we’re honoured to be by your side every step of the way.

No matter where you are in your fertility journey, The Surrogacy Father is here to guide and support you. We partner with leading experts across the UK, U.S. and Europe to ensure you have access to the very best care and advice every step of the way.