What I wish I’d known about NHS IVF provision
We love the NHS It almost goes without saying that there is huge support for the NHS. The vast majority of people support the founding principles of a service free at the point of delivery, available to all and funded largely by taxation. But there’s an argument that our attachment to the NHS means that […]
Reducing the risk of miscarriage
What is a miscarriage? Miscarriages are heart breaking. A miscarriage is classified as a spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week. As most people are aware, the most crucial time for pregnancy, and when most miscarriages happen, is within the first trimester or 12-13 weeks. Once a pregnancy reaches the 12 week mark […]
Say ‘hello’ to Andy and Amisha
Meet the Access Fertility ‘A’ Team, Andy and Amisha Hello! As we started last month, we will be introducing you to the many faces of the Access Fertility team over the next few months. Each month we will give you an insight into the people who will be supporting you through your Access fertility journey, the […]
Round up June/July 2019
IVF news roundup June 2019 Welcome to this month’s interesting IVF news reads. We hope you enjoy. IVF success rates peak as only one in four attempts achieve pregnancy https://www.newscientist.com/article/2207514-ivf-success-rates-peak-as-only-one-in-four-attempts-achieve-pregnancy/ Men’s fertility irreversibly damaged by age of 18 thanks to Western junk food diet, study finds https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/06/24/mens-fertility-irreversibly-damaged-age-18-thanks-western-junk/ Sperm freezing kit could let men preserve […]
IVF costs, explained
Why can’t I find exact IVF costs for my cycle? Understandably, those about to embark, or going through a private IVF cycle are keen to understand the IVF costs involved. Exact IVF costs, as you can see from the examples below, are completely variable depending on the individual couple concerned. This is why you will […]
IVF Medications and timing
IVF medications and timing There is no doubt about it, IVF is a tough process, both physically and emotionally. A large part of the success depends upon the right preparation and precision timings. IVF medications are key to preparing your body for the IVF process. Many women starting the IVF journey are nervous, understandably, about […]
IVF round up April 2019
Round up April 2019 We at Access Fertility have pulled together an IVF roundup, including a range of IVF articles for you all in one handy place. We will post a round up each month and would love to know which articles you like most. We hope you find this content interesting and would welcome […]
Behind the scenes in a UK IVF clinic
Nicola’s day in an IVF clinic I am new to the world of IVF and only five weeks into my new role with Access Fertility. There is LOTS to learn! I jumped at the kind offer from a partner IVF clinic to get up close to the amazing egg collection process. I spent time in theatre […]
Free nurse consultation
Do you have questions about your fertility? Want to know more about your treatment options? Book a free consultation with a fertility nurse. We offer free 30 minute phone consultations with our expert fertility nurses. They are here to answer your questions and help you decide your next steps. There are no obligations and you can make a […]
Finding A Fertility Clinic’s Success Rate
Finding A Fertility Clinic’s Success Rate When looking into clinics for your fertility treatment, it’s natural that you want to know their success rate. New research has revealed that the best place to find the most accurate representation of this is not necessarily the clinic’s own website. Manchester University research has found that fertility clinics […]