Did you know that sperm banks in the U.S. are completely unregulated? If you're considering Invitro Fertilization this episode is for you. My guest, family law Attorney Tabitha Charlton, shares her personal story about the many surprising and hidden issues she faced during her experience. Learn about the criteria for selecting a donor, how to go about it, what kinds of information is disclosed by the donor or verified by the bank, and the advantages and disadvantages of identity release. A must for anyone considering this option to conceive!
The unregulated state of affairs of sperm banks in the U.S. leaves recipients who conceive through Invitro Fertilization with many unanswered questions and a lifetime of doubts. Aside from a contagious disease test required by the FDA, no more information is required of donors, leaving families no choice but to play a high risk game of "trust the registry." Listen carefully for the valuable hidden issues you may not have ever considered before moving forward with this method of having a child. You'll be glad you did!