Will Béa work for me?
Fertility isn’t one-size-fits-all. The answer depends on your unique story — and that’s why we’ve shared a few real examples of people with different backgrounds and conditions who found their way forward with Béa.
At-home insemination with donor sperm
Trying to conceive with donor sperm can feel overwhelming. Béa and Seattle Sperm Bank make it simpler, more supported, and more effective, so you can focus on what matters most and make every vial count.
Up to 75% more affordable than IUI1
3.23x more sperm to the cervix than sex2
No medications, injections or clinic visits
Béa × Seattle Sperm Bank
Making at-home donor conception clearer, safer and easier
Béa partners with Seattle Sperm Bank to support you through the entire donor-sperm journey. How we work together:
- Select a donor through Seattle Sperm Bank’s catalogue
- Book a free consultation with their Client Services team for donor guidance
- Béa’s clinical team supports with signing the release forms you need for home shipment
- Béa’s clinical team helps you plan insemination timing and guide you through conceiving at home
For more information and support:
Why Béa is a great option if you’re conceiving with donor sperm
Delivers 3.23x more sperm to the cervix*
The Béa cervical cap holds semen close to the cervix — helping sperm reach your egg more easily.
Make every vial count
Donor sperm isn’t cheap. Béa helps you get more from every vial by using an FDA-cleared applicator that places sperm at the cervix, improving delivery and chances of conception without the cost of an IUI.
Support when you’re conceiving solo
Conceiving with a donor can feel overwhelming. Béa’s clinical team provides step-by-step guidance and expert support so you feel informed, confident, and never alone.
Guidance through every step
Through our partnership with Seattle Sperm Bank, Béa offers value on donor vials and helps you navigate each step, from selecting a donor to arranging shipment for at-home insemination.
Disclaimers
- Based on a postcoital test of another cervical-cap device vs intercourse: 11/13 (85%) showed higher cervical-mucus sperm scores; among responders, average 3.23× (Pelekanos, 2015). Not Béa; no syringe comparison. PCT scores are semi-quantitative and don’t predict pregnancy. Results vary.
Choose your path with Béa
Disclaimers
- The Béa Treatment is up to 90% more affordable than IUI' and the disclaimer is: IUI costs about $1,363 per cycle—≈$4,100 for three cycles (Manfredi et al., 2023). Actual costs vary by age, health, and clinic.
- Based on a postcoital test of another cervical-cap device vs intercourse: 11/13 (85%) showed higher cervical-mucus sperm scores; among responders, average 3.23× (Pelekanos, 2015). Not Béa; no syringe comparison. PCT scores are semi-quantitative and don’t predict pregnancy. Results vary.
How it works
A modern, intuitive fertility treatment designed to guide you through clinical-grade care from home.
Step 1:Identify your fertile window
Use your preferred method, such as LH strips, an app, or physical symptoms, to spot the ovulation “peak.” This signals that it’s time to begin your Béa treatment.
Step 2:Prepare the sample and load the applicator
Collect a fresh semen sample in the sterile cup included in your kit. After letting it sit for 30 minutes to liquefy, use the orange funnel to pour the sample into the applicator. This fills the folded cervical cap inside and gets everything ready for insemination.
Step 3:Insert the Applicator
Once the sample is ready, remove the orange funnel and gently insert the applicator. Turn the handle to release the cap to place it over the cervix, then remove the applicator leaving the cap behind in place.
Step 4:Let the cervical cap work
Leave the cap in place for 3–5 hours while it does its job. The cap’s string will stay outside the body for easy removal later. You can relax during this time, everything is working on its own.
Step 5:Remove and repeat the next day
Gently pull the string to remove the cap. For the best chance of success, repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 about 24 hours later.
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How Béa compares
We believe that fertility care should be proactive, accessible and emotionally supportive at every step of the journey. Here’s how we stack up.
Sex
DIY
insemination kits
Béa Fertility
Intrauterine
insemination (IUI)
Cost per cycle
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~$1354
From $116
~$1,4005
At-home care (no clinic visits)
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Immediate access, no waiting list
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7 days/week access to a dedicated coach
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No medications or injections
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FDA cleared
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Some
Pregnancy rate
20%
17.7%6
39.28%7
31%8
Disclaimers
- Around $135 per cycle reflects the median list price of three widely available US at-home insemination kits as of Aug 2025: Mosie Baby Kit, PherDal Kit, and Frida Fertility At-Home Insemination Set. Assumes one kit per ovulation window. Prices exclude shipping/taxes and donor sperm; retailers may discount.
- IUI costs about $1,363 per cycle—≈$4,100 for three cycles (Manfredi et al., 2023). Actual costs vary by age, health, and clinic.
- ~17–18% is a modelled three-cycle pregnancy rate based on a 5.9% per-cycle pregnancy rate for intracervical insemination by straw/syringe reported in a randomised cross-over donor ICI study (Flierman et al., 2017). This is not a head-to-head study of current at-home kits. “Pregnancy rate” refers to reported pregnancies, not live-birth. Individual results vary.
- 39% pregnancy rate among 56 Béa users who completed up to three treatment cycles and reported outcomes between June–Dec 2023. Internal observational data; no control group. Results vary and are not guaranteed. “Pregnancy rate” refers to reported pregnancies during/after treatment; it is not a live-birth rate.
- IUI success rates (31% over 3 cycles) from a limited New Zealand study with ovarian stimulation; actual results vary by age, diagnosis, sperm quality, and other factors (Farhi et al., 2017, PubMed 29174128). Béa’s internal report and the IUI study are from different sources and populations; interpret separately, not as a direct comparison.
How does Béa work?
The Béa Applicator is simple and intuitive to use. It places a soft cervical cap full of semen directly onto your cervix using a comfortable applicator. The cap protects semen from the vaginal environment and concentrates sperm in the cervical mucus, increasing the number that reach the uterus for conception.
Is the Béa Treatment HSA/FSA eligible?
Yes! Absolutely. All our products and services are eligible for HSA/FSA. Select Flex Pay with HSA/FSA during checkout.
Is the Béa Treatment as effective as Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)?
Over 50 years of peer-reviewed research shows cervical-cap insemination has comparable efficacy to IUI. Our own clinical study with 56 women actually outperformed IUI rates in similar patient populations. The efficacy for the Béa Treatment over 3 cycles in an infertile patient population is 39.28%. The efficacy of IUI varies depending on the data source, but is generally accepted to be no higher than 31% over 3 cycles. See disclaimer above.
Is donor sperm included when I buy Béa?
No. You purchase Béa separately. Donor sperm is purchased through Seattle Sperm Bank, and we support you with the process.
Do I need a clinician to sign release forms for donor sperm to be shipped to my home?
Yes. Most banks require this before shipment. Béa’s clinical team signs these forms for you once you’ve purchased your treatment.
How do I time donor sperm delivery with ovulation?
Both Seattle Sperm Bank and your Béa care navigator supports you with this. Seattle help by shipping the donor vial in a tank that keeps the sperm frozen for up to 2 weeks at home, so you can make sure your vial arrives in good time for ovulation. The Béa clinical team can help you with ovulation tracking and identifying your fertile window, so you can time insemination for when you are most fertile.
Still have questions? We're here to help
Trying to conceive can feel overwhelming. So many of our couples have been exactly where you are. Whether you want to understand further how Béa works, check if it’s right for you, or simply talk through your concerns, we’ll take the time to listen and answer openly.
Walk away feeling informed, confident, and in control of your next step.
