Fertility Treatments

Information on IVF, ICSI, embryo freezing and other assisted reproduction techniques. Articles explain procedures, genetic screening options and how treatments work.

Aiding Conception During Treatment

Some herbal supplements like Dong Quai and Chaste tree berries may help with fertility, but talk to your doctor before trying them.

Crisis in UK Fertility Treatment

UK fertility clinics are overwhelmed as demand for IVF treatment surges, leaving many couples to pay thousands privately.

Donor Insemination

Donor insemination helps couples and single women overcome male infertility to have biological children, though it raises ethical, legal and emotional considerations.

Drug Therapies

Fertility medications work by balancing hormones to trigger ovulation, with options ranging from pills to injections depending on your infertility cause.

Embryo Freezing

Embryo freezing lets people pause pregnancy plans by preserving fertilised eggs in liquid nitrogen for future use.

Gamete Intra-Fallopian Transfer with Donor Eggs

How GIFT with donor eggs works as a fertility treatment option for couples who can conceive naturally in the fallopian tube.

Gamete Intra-Fallopian Transfer with Donor Sperm

How GIFT with donor sperm works and what to expect from this fertility treatment option.

How Long Will Treatment Take?

Most fertility cycles take 6 to 8 weeks, with timing depending on how your body responds to hormone treatments.

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)

IVF is a fertility treatment where eggs are removed and fertilised with sperm in a lab before being placed back in the womb.

Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Insemination (ICSI)

ICSI helps men with low sperm counts father biological children by injecting sperm directly into eggs in a lab.

Intrauterine Insemination

IUI is a fertility treatment that places washed sperm directly into the uterus to improve chances of conception.

IVF Clinic Costs

IVF clinic costs often exceed initial quotes because clinics weren't explaining possible complications upfront, so new rules now require full transparency.

IVF Secrets Fertility Guide

A 54-page guide explaining infertility causes, IVF treatments, and conception tips to help couples understand their fertility options.

Ovary Transplants: Are They Possible?

Ovary transplants can now help women with premature menopause or cancer treatment damage restore fertility and have biological children.

Pre-Implantation Genetic Diagnosis

PGD tests embryos created through fertility treatment to detect genetic diseases and chromosome problems before implantation.

Pre-Implantation Genetic Screening for Aneuploidy (PGS)

PGS tests embryos for chromosomal abnormalities before implantation to reduce the risk of genetic conditions like Down syndrome.

Preventing IVF Mix Ups

How IVF clinics prevent dangerous mix-ups that could result in the wrong embryo being implanted.

Tips on Improving Sperm Count

Simple lifestyle changes like diet and cutting alcohol can naturally boost sperm count and improve your fertility prospects.

Understanding Fertility Test Results

Fertility tests measure things like body temperature and hormone levels to help you understand your ovulation cycle and reproductive health.

What Is Clomid?

Clomid is a fertility drug that stimulates ovulation and helps women with irregular cycles or unexplained infertility get pregnant.

What Support Is Available for Fertility Patients?

Fertility treatment is emotionally taxing, and support groups, online forums, in-person meetings, and family, can help you through the process.