A known donor is a person who is personally known to the intended recipient(s) and chooses to donate eggs, sperm, or embryos to help them build their family. Unlike an unknown (or clinic-recruited) donor, a known donor already has an established relationship with the recipient, which may include a family member, close friend, colleague, or another trusted individual.
Known donation can offer recipients the opportunity to undertake their fertility journey with someone they know and trust, while providing greater transparency regarding the donor's background, medical history, and family heritage. For some families, having a pre-existing connection with the donor can provide reassurance and support throughout the treatment process.
Because known donation involves existing personal relationships, careful consideration is given to the emotional, legal, and practical implications for all parties involved. Donors and recipients undergo comprehensive medical screening, genetic assessment and counselling to ensure that everyone has a clear understanding of their roles, expectations, and responsibilities.
At Oasis, we support known donor arrangements, whether they are local, interstate or overseas, through a structured and compassionate process designed to protect the wellbeing of donors, recipients, and any children born as a result of treatment. Our experienced team provides guidance at every stage, helping all parties navigate the medical, legal, and emotional aspects of donor conception with confidence and clarity.
Every known donor journey is unique and shaped by a range of factors, including the people involved, their individual circumstances, where they live, and any specific medical or treatment considerations. While the information below provides a general overview of the process, your experience may differ depending on your particular situation.
Our team understands that navigating donor treatment can feel complex, and we are committed to providing personalised guidance every step of the way. We welcome you to contact our Donor Team to discuss your circumstances and learn more about what your individual journey with Oasis may involve. We are here to answer your questions, provide support, and help you move forward with confidence.
• Initial consultation for both recipient(s) and donor
• Screening and testing for both the recipient(s) and donor
• Initial mandatory counselling sessions, including;
• • Individual session for donor and their partner (if applicable)
• • Individual session for recipient(s)
• • Joint counselling session involving all parties
• Follow-up consultation to review outcomes and discuss next steps
• Completion of consent forms and required documentation
• Donation process (Egg collection cycle or sperm donations)
• Subsequent counselling sessions (repeat of all 3x sessions)
• Donor sign-off appointment and final consent review
• Commencement of treatment
No. In Western Australia, donation is an altruistic act and donors can not be paid for donating eggs, sperm, or embryos.
Yes, your donor has the right to withdraw their consent to donate at any time before their sperm, eggs, or embryos are used in treatment. While this is uncommon, it is an important part of the consent process. Should this occur, our team will work closely with you to discuss your options and provide support.
No. Under Australian law, donors do not have legal parental rights or responsibilities for any child born as a result of their donation. The recipient(s) are recognised as the legal parent(s) and assume all parental rights and responsibilities.
Yes. If your donor has a partner, it is important that they attend all appointments with you, even if they are not undergoing treatment themselves.
Yes. In Western Australia, it is a requirement that all parties involved in the donation process complete two mandatory group counselling sessions, in addition to individual counselling. These sessions are an important part of the process, ensuring everyone understands their rights and responsibilities and has the opportunity to ask questions that may influence their decision-making.
Yes. We can facilitate known donor arrangements where the donor is not locally based. Our donor team will assist in coordinating with an appropriate clinic for required testing and donation procedures, and can also help organise the transport of donor gametes or embryos where necessary.
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