Conception 101

In partnership with California Cryobank Searching for the perfect fit for your future family is a huge step and can sometimes feel overwhelming. Luckily, California Cryobank®, the #1 sperm bank in America, makes the path to your family planning a little easier. A global leader, California Cryobank’s donor sperm services...

What is Reciprocal IVF and Who Usually Uses It? There are a variety of ways to go through the IVF process, including using a sperm or egg donor, using a gestational carrier, and reciprocal IVF, which to some degree encompasses the first two methods. The process of reciprocal IVF allows...

If you and a partner or ex-partner want to agree to collectively raise a child, there are several options. Though the only way to completely legally grant “parenthood” to a non-biological parent is through second-parent adoption, not all states permit this - especially in the case of same-sex or queer...

Today we hear from Staci and Shaye about their experiences building their family. This is the fourth story in our new series highlighting and celebrating family building with a known donor. We asked each family in the series the same four questions and left their voices and messages unfiltered so...

Today we hear from Ris and Marie about their experiences building their family. This is the third story in our new series highlighting and celebrating family building with a known donor. We asked each family in the series the same four questions and left their voices and messages unfiltered so...

We live in a wonderful world where beautifully diverse families can be created. We know firsthand about that deep yearning to grow your family with the love of a baby. Here at Mosie Baby we honor and support family building, no matter the method used or the obstacles faced along...

Today we hear from Aysha and her family about their experiences building their family. This is the second story in our new series highlighting and celebrating family building with a known donor. We asked each family in the series the same four questions and left their voices and messages unfiltered...

Today we hear from our first family in our new series to highlight and celebrate family building with a known donor. We asked each family in the series the same four questions and left their voices and messages unfiltered so you can hear directly from them. We hope you find...

If you are planning to use a sperm donor, it’s good to know the laws in your state. Here’s an awesome article organized by the Movement Advancement Project and found on the Family Equality resources page that can help answer some of your questions on parental rights.   Assisted Reproduction Laws by State This map shows...

Choosing a sperm donor can be one of the most challenging decisions that will need to be made on the path to parenthood. This article by Family Equality will attempt to help you work through that process in as pain-free a way as possible. Asking questions like is a familial connection important and are you concerned about the cost of sperm from cyrobanks will help guide your decision. Regardless of the path you choose, known or unknown donor, there will be questions along the way!