Hi ladies, I introduced myself on the Another Newbie thread but my name is Heather, I'm 37 and I'm just starting this journey. I have met with the clinic and have the info for all the testing they are requesting but my biggest concern (and I know I have some time) is which sperm bank to use? The clinic is affiliated with 4 cryobanks, Fairfax Cryobank, California Cryobank, Cryo Biology and Xytex. I realize all the testing they do on their donors is important but what else if you don't mind sharing did you consider when choosing the bank? Price is something else for me to take into consideration. I saw in another post someone suggested the Midwest Sperm Bank in Chicago and I have to say I'm impressed with the prices but am concerned about the quality, testing, etc. do they do the same testing as the more expensive banks?
I really don't have anyone I know that has been through this to help with the information so please forgive me if I ask a lot of questions, just let me know if I'm getting on your nerves :o) Thank you for whatever advice/suggestions you can offer. Have a great day!
Heather