IVF
Costly add-on offered by IVF clinics ‘does not increase odds of having a baby’
Timelapse imaging offers no benefit, despite being sold as an add-on service by many UK private fertility clinics, scientists have found.
How to support a friend or loved one going through IVF
The IVF process is never straightforward and has many ups and down, so remember to be a good listener and offer practical support.
Proportion of NHS-funded IVF cycles lowest since 2008, says fertility regulator
Meanwhile, the average age of first-time IVF patients passed 35 for the first time in 2022.
New pill can increase IVF success rates, study suggests
Experts said they found a ‘clinically significant’ uptick in pregnancy rates during a clinical trial.
BBC’s Emma Barnett feels ‘almost vindicated’ by having proof of her baby loss
The Woman’s Hour presenter, who has a son and a daughter, previously underwent IVF fertility treatment, and had a miscarriage.
MP Miriam Cates fears women being exploited into freezing eggs
The Conservative said only a ‘tiny percentage’ of people who freeze their eggs will ever become pregnant.
Couples with HIV to gain access to fertility treatment under new laws
Changes announced by the Government also mean same-sex couples will no longer have to pay for expensive screening if they want to undergo IVF.
Ex-Celtic star Tom Rogic retires to focus on growing family after IVF heartache
The 30-year-old has called time on his professional career, with his wife expecting twins following years of fertility struggles.
Five babies born thanks to IVF lottery run by Northern Ireland campaign group
As the Irish government commits to funding IVF treatment, a campaign group in Northern Ireland has helped five babies to be born through a lottery funding draw.
Alliance MLA says Stormont commitments must not be forgotten as Republic announces IVF funding
An Alliance MLA has welcomed news that IVF will be publicly funded in the Republic, but said Stormont commitments to fund three cycles of IVF must not be forgotten.