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We are happy to recommend this book to our clients!

One reviewer wrote: This lovely book provides a friendly, thoughtful explanation to young children who were conceived with anonymously donated sperm. It’s also an appropriate conversation starter for parents in any family situation who want to raise open-minded and inclusive … Continue reading

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I have a headache?

When asked about why and how we compensate our donors I often hear comments about how being a sperm donor is so easy. I am not going to argue that the actual donation is complicated, obviously it is not. What … Continue reading

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What did you say?

Blog written by CLI Family Forum Moderator Desiree Last year I wrote a blog article, Forum Abbreviations Explained, which helped new CLI Family Forums users navigate the technology lingo often found throughout the forum. I thought I would revisit some … Continue reading

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Is that a fact?

The World Health Organization states that an average male ejaculate is approximately 2mL. That is almost equivalent to 2/5 of a teaspoon in liquid, which is a pretty small amount. The specimen collection cups we use can hold up to … Continue reading

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Importance of Sperm Motility and Count

Blog written by CLI Laboratory Director Michelle Ottey, PhD. Here is some information about motility and count to clarify the importance of these factors with regard to frozen sperm. If you think about the vial of sperm there are two … Continue reading

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Reproductive Toxicology

Blog written by CLI Compliance Officer Amy Erickson Hagen Likely there are things you remember from various stages in your education like being the line leader, square dancing in gym, or senior skip day. However, the lab next to my … Continue reading

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In the Donor’s Own Words

Blog written by CLI Staff SS Have you listened to one of the donor audio clips? We are the only sperm bank that makes these available free of charge and they are ready for download immediately. I have listened to … Continue reading

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