Guías, Artículos y Perspectivas

Insights

Is Solo Motherhood by Choice Right for Me? A Practical Decision Guide

Thinking about becoming a solo mother by choice? This practical guide explores emotional, practical, and relational questions to help you decide whether this path fits your life, with reflections from women who have already been there.

Insights

Known Donor vs Clinic Donor for Queer Couples: Emotional and Legal Factors to Consider

Choosing between a known donor and a clinic donor as a queer couple? Learn the emotional and legal differences so you can confidently choose the right path for your family.

Partners

Legal Support for Known Sperm Donation in the US: Free Consultation and 20% Off Donation Contracts

Mellisa supports Y factor users with state-specific legal guidance, navigating known sperm donation and private arrangements.

Insights

Building Your Support Network as a Solo Mother by Choice: Friends, Family and Online Communities

How to build a practical and emotional support network across friends, family, and online communities.

Partners

Meet Natalie Sutherland: UK Modern Family Law Expert Supporting Y factor’s Community

Meet Natalie Sutherland, a UK modern family law expert supporting Y factor users with known sperm donor, surrogacy and co-parenting legal advice.

LGBTQ+ Family Building

Why We Need More LGBTQ+ Sperm Donors: Diversity, Inclusion, and New Paths to Family Building

How queer donors can make sperm donation more inclusive, diverse, and community‑focused.

Guides

From Sign‑up to First Donation: A Sperm Donor’s Step‑by‑Step Journey on Y factor

Curious how Y factor works for donors? Follow a transparent, step‑by‑step journey from sign‑up and profile creation to matching, messaging, and your first donation.

Guides

Sperm Donation Methods Explained for Private and Known Sperm Donors: Clinic, Home Insemination or Intercourse

A practical guide to the differences, risks, and legal implications so you can choose a method that respects everyone’s boundaries.

Guides

How to Stay Safe During Private Sperm Donation

Sperm donation is a vulnerable topic for both donors and future parents. To create a safe space for a successful donation, familiarise yourself with our community guidelines and read this guide before setting up a meeting.