2. MEET THE DONOR REQUIREMENTS

To be a donor:

  • You must be a woman in your peak reproductive years, generally considered in the fertility profession to be between 21- 35 years of age (depending on the clinic).

  • You must be healthy, including the appropriate weight for your height. Your family history must be clear of hereditary diseases (such as cystic fibrosis or heart disease), and birth defects.

  • Some infertility clinics prefer that you have already conceived at least one pregnancy, but this is generally not an absolute rule.

  • You should be a paragon of "low-risk behaviors": not at risk for STDs, not an addict, and not an alcoholic.

If this describes you, proceed to an infertility clinic or donor agency to begin the screening! However, we should warn you that there are other factors which, while not required, do make for more attractive candidates. Just think of what most people look for in a date: proof of intelligence, attractiveness, and athleticism.