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There’s a lot of information out there on fertility, from the treatment process to fertility costs to NHS vs private paths – but where to start and what to trust? Our resources are always written, researched and validated by experts to empower you to make the best decisions for you.
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Our breakthrough report combines NHS and private sector data for a critical, integrated look at The True Cost of Fertility. These findings have featured in the Sunday Times and other national publications, and will help you better understand the UK’s fertility landscape.
The True Cost Of Fertility Report
Our independent report on The True Cost of Fertility gives a transparent and comprehensive insight into fertility costs in the UK.
From the IVF process to egg and sperm freezing, and IUI, our essential guides bring clarity on what’s involved at every stage and how each treatment might work for you.
IVF Step-by-Step: What to Expect at Each Stage
IVF can feel like a lot to take in. Here, you’ll find each stage explained step by step, from your first appointment to embryo transfer and beyond, with practical timelines, grounded expertise and the context that often gets lost in clinic conversations.
IUI Treatment: Understanding the Full Process
IUI (intrauterine insemination) is a straightforward, minimally invasive fertility treatment that can help sperm reach the egg more directly. Here’s more on how it works, who it’s recommended for, and the key things to know before starting treatment.
Egg Freezing Guide: Consultation to Collection
Your step-by-step guide to egg freezing, including tests, costs, and accessibility, for all types of egg freezer.
How Sperm Freezing Works: Step-by-Step
Learn more about sperm freezing: the steps involved, how much it costs, and whether it’s right for you, all in one convenient, in-depth guide.
Shared Parenthood Through Reciprocal IVF: Step-by-Step
Reciprocal IVF gives both partners the chance to be physically involved in creating their baby — one provides the egg, the other carries the pregnancy. This guide explains how it works, how much it costs, and whether it might be the right option for you.
If You Freeze Your Eggs, Can You Still Get Pregnant?
If you’re considering egg freezing, it’s natural to have questions about how it might influence your chances of getting pregnant later on. Here’s what doctors observe, and what it could mean for you.
Egg Freezing Side Effects: From Stimulation to Recovery
Exploring egg freezing as part of your fertility planning can raise a number of questions, especially when the advice you find often feels overwhelming or contradictory.
Fertility Preservation: What It Means and How It Can Help
Fertility preservation gives you the option to have future biological children. Whether you’re facing medical treatment, planning later parenthood, or exploring your options, here’s all you need to know.
Oncofertility: Planning for Fertility After Cancer
If you’ve been diagnose with cancer and want to protect your chance of having children in the future, oncofertility offers important options.
Egg Retrieval: What to Expect Before, During & After the Procedure
What to expect at every stage of the egg retrieval process — preparation, what happens during the procedure, and recovery.
Is There An Egg Freezing Age Limit?
Whether you’re 25, 35, or 40+, this guide breaks down what age really means for egg freezing success, and how to decide on your own timeline.
Embryo Grading: What It Means for IVF Cycles
Embryo grading is a way embryologists assess the development of embryos during IVF to help decide which to transfer or freeze — but it’s not a verdict on your outcome.
IVF Side Effects: Symptoms, Risks & Preparation
IVF is considered one of the most effective fertility treatments available — but it can come with physical, emotional, and hormonal side effects that vary from person to person.
How Many Eggs Should I Freeze?
Freezing your eggs is a way to preserve future fertility, but understanding how many eggs you might need, how much it costs, and what factors influence success can help you decide.
Donor Egg IVF: What to Expect at Every Stage
Donor egg IVF is a well-established fertility treatment that helps people who can’t use their own eggs to build their families — whether due to age, medical reasons, or genetics.
Embryo Freezing: How Clinics Prepare, Assess & Store Embryos
Embryo cryopreservation is a fertility preservation technique that allows you to freeze and store embryos for potential future use.
Egg Freezing Abroad: Costs, Risks & Choosing the Right Clinic
Egg freezing abroad is becoming an increasingly popular option for those seeking lower costs, broader eligibility, or shorter wait times compared to the UK.
ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection): How the Procedure Works
ICSI is the most widely used treatment for male-factor infertility and is often recommended when there are issues with sperm quality or fertilisation.
IVF for Single Women: Your Options, Timeline, Funding & What to Expect
Whether you’ve always planned to have a child solo, or you’ve decided now is the right time to start your family, IVF can give you the control to move forward on your own terms.
Is Social Egg Freezing Right for You?
Social egg freezing is an option for people who want to preserve their fertility for the future. It gives you the freedom to delay parenthood while still protecting the possibility of having a child using your own eggs later in life.
IVF Abroad: Costs, Risks, and How to Choose the Right Clinic
Thinking about IVF abroad? Whether you’re exploring more affordable options, faster timelines, or more inclusive care outside the UK, we’re here to help you navigate the process.
Mini IVF: How the Process Differs from Standard IVF
Mini IVF — also called mild IVF, mild stimulation IVF, or soft IVF — is essentially the same treatment as IVF, but with lower doses of stimulation medication.
Assisted Hatching and IVF: Everything You Need to Know
Assisted hatching is an advanced IVF technique designed to give embryos a little extra help attaching to the uterus.
Endometrial Scratch: Can It Help Implantation?
An endometrial scratch is a short, minimally invasive procedure that involves gently disrupting the lining of the womb to potentially improve embryo implantation during IVF or fertility treatment.
IVF in Spain: Everything You Need to Know
IVF in Spain is a well-established option for people considering fertility treatment abroad. The country is known for its clear legal framework, extensive donor egg programme, and experienced clinics that attract many international patients each year.
Egg Freezing in Spain: Costs, Clinics, What to Expect
Freezing your eggs in Spain is becoming an increasingly popular choice for people in the UK looking for more affordable, accessible, and inclusive fertility options.
IVF Over 40: Success Rates, Treatment Options, What to Expect
Stepping into your 40s changes the conversation around fertility, not the possibility, and that’s exactly why understanding IVF over 40 matters.
Surrogacy in the USA: What UK & European Intended Parents Need to Know
Surrogacy in the USA is one of the most trusted and clearly regulated routes for international surrogacy, giving UK and European parents a sense of stability from the start.
Fertility costs vary significantly for each individual depending on several factors, including the treatments you have and your location – these guides will help you to plan your budget.
The True Cost of Fertility
Our independent report on The True Cost of Fertility gives a transparent and comprehensive insight into fertility costs in the UK.
How Much Does IVF Cost in the UK?
A full breakdown of the various costs involved in private IVF treatment, plus how to find the right clinic for your budget.
How Much Does Egg Freezing Cost in the UK?
What to consider when budgeting for egg freezing, including tests, medication and egg storage and embryo transfers.
How Much Does IVF Cost in London?
A detailed look at the average cost of IVF in London, including pre- and post-treatment costs.
How Much Does IVF Cost in Manchester
An analysis of the average cost of IVF in Manchester, plus additional costs and factors to consider when planning your budget for fertility treatment.
How Much Does IVF Cost in Birmingham?
A detailed look at the average cost of IVF in Birmingham, including pre- and post-treatment costs.
“Cheap” IVF in the UK: Your Guide to Affordable Fertility Treatment
IVF in the UK can come with significant costs — and finding truly affordable options isn’t always straightforward. This guide explores what “cheap IVF” really means, what costs to watch out for, and where you might find lower-cost options based on your personal circumstances.
Fertility testing brings clarity to what your body is doing right now and what support you may need next. Here, we’ll guide you through the key tests, how they work and how to use that information to move forward with confidence.
Fertility Test: What It Is, What It Costs, and What It Tells You
Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply want to understand more about your reproductive health, a fertility test can help shed light on what’s happening in your body — and what your next steps might be.
Understanding AMH Levels: Your Guide to Fertility Testing
How to test to how to interpret your levels, what high or low AMH results can tell us about ovarian reserves and other conditions, and why knowing your AMH level is useful for fertility treatment.
AFC Testing Explained: How Clinics Measure Ovarian Reserve
This guide breaks down everything you need to know about AFC: how it’s measured, what’s considered normal, and why it matters when planning or preserving your fertility.
Ovarian Reserve Testing: How Clinics Assess Your Egg Supply
Ovarian reserve testing offers a snapshot of your current fertility potential. By measuring hormone levels and often including an AFC, it helps you understand how your ovaries are responding, so you can plan ahead or prepare for treatment with more clarity.
Male Fertility Tests: How Semen Analysis Works and What It Shows
If you produce sperm, a male fertility test is one of the clearest ways to understand your reproductive health. Whether you’re trying to conceive or thinking ahead, it can highlight any issues with sperm quality that might affect your chances of pregnancy.
Menopause Test: What It Is, What It Costs, and What It Tells You
If you’re 35 or older, trying to conceive, or wondering if your symptoms are linked to perimenopause, you might be considering a menopause test.
HyCoSy (Tubal Patency Ultrasound): How Clinics Assess Your Fallopian Tubes
If you’ve been referred for a HyCoSy or are considering one, you might be wondering what it involves and whether it’s right for you. Here’s when it’s used, how it’s done, and what to expect.
Sperm Motility: What Your Results Mean for Conception
If you or your partner are trying to conceive, sperm motility is a crucial factor to understand. It refers to how well sperm move — and movement is essential for reaching and fertilising an egg.
Thyroid Test: What It Means for Fertility
Thyroid hormones play a vital role in regulating your cycle, ovulation, and overall reproductive health. A simple thyroid test can reveal whether your thyroid is supporting — or disrupting — your fertility.
HSG Test (Hysterosalpingogram): How Clinics Test Your Fallopian Tubes
An HSG test is one of the most common fertility investigations. It checks the shape of your uterus and whether your fallopian tubes are open — two key factors in conception.
PdG Test: Progesterone’s Role in Fertility
A PdG test checks levels of pregnanediol glucuronide (PdG), a hormone marker found in urine that reflects progesterone in the body. It’s one of the clearest ways to confirm if ovulation has really happened — essential information if you’re trying to conceive.
Sperm DNA Fragmentation Test: What It Means for Fertility
A sperm DNA fragmentation test looks at the quality of sperm DNA, deeper than a standard semen analysis. But its role in fertility care is still being researched.
PGT-A Testing: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Worth It
Pre-implantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) is one of the most talked-about IVF add-ons. But what does it actually tell you — and when is it worth doing?
Eligibility for NHS fertility treatment is defined by various criteria, including your personal circumstances and postcode. Use our Calculator to find out quickly and easily whether you can access IVF for free.
NHS IVF Eligibility Calculator
Accessing NHS fertility treatment is complicated to navigate, with lengthy waiting times too – this tool will help you understand what you’re eligible for in minutes.
Am I Eligible for IVF on the NHS? Criteria and Eligibility Explained
Access to NHS IVF and IUI is a postcode lottery that’s hard to navigate. Get the lowdown on how eligibility criteria for treatment works in our straightforward guide.
Can You Freeze Your Eggs on the NHS?
Egg freezing is becoming a more common part of fertility care, but accessing it through the NHS isn’t always straightforward. We’ll walk you through when NHS funding might be available, who could be eligible, and how to get started, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Learn more about the conditions that can affect your fertility, like PCOS and endometriosis: from the symptoms and causes to the treatments and latest research.
PCOS & Fertility: What You Need to Know
PCOS is one of the most common hormonal conditions impacting fertility. And yet, it’s often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and misrepresented.
Endometriosis & Fertility: Your TTC Guide
Endometriosis is a common condition, affecting around 1.5 million in the UK. Here’s more about the fertility treatments recommended for those with endometriosis, including IUI and IVF.
Recurrent Miscarriage: Causes, Testing and Treatment Options
If you’ve experienced multiple miscarriages, you’re not alone — and you deserve answers. Recurrent miscarriage can feel isolating and confusing, but there are ways to investigate, treat, and support your path to a healthy pregnancy.
Adenomyosis and Fertility: Everything You Need to Know
Adenomyosis can affect your uterus, your cycle, your comfort — and your fertility. If you’ve been diagnosed (or suspect you may have it), understanding how it fits into your fertility path is an important first step.
BMI for IVF: What You Need to Know
BMI for IVF is often used by clinics as part of their eligibility criteria, and it can feel like yet another hurdle when you’re ready to start treatment. Here’s what you need to know about BMI limits, why they exist, and what your options are if your BMI is above or below the recommended range.
Low Sperm Count (Oligozoospermia): What It Means for Fertility
Low sperm count — also known as oligospermia or oligozoospermia — is one of the most common causes of male fertility challenges. But having a lower sperm count doesn’t automatically rule out the chance of pregnancy.
Hydrosalpinx & Fertility: Everything You Need to Know
Hydrosalpinx can sound daunting, but understanding it is the first step toward feeling more in control of your fertility. Here’s all you need to know: what it is, how it’s treated, and how it may impact your path to pregnancy.
Teratozoospermia: Causes, Symptoms, and Fertility Treatment Options
Teratozoospermia is a condition where a high percentage of sperm have abnormal shapes. Sperm morphology plays a role in fertilisation, so this diagnosis can raise concerns about fertility — but it doesn’t rule out the possibility of pregnancy.
Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?
While fertility becomes less predictable, ovulation can still occur, and pregnancy remains possible. For some, this happens naturally, while others explore treatments like IVF to improve their chances.
Can You Get Pregnant With One Ovary?
Whether you were born with one, had surgery, or lost one due to a medical condition, it’s still possible to become pregnant.
Signs of Bad Egg Quality & What They Mean for Fertility
While age plays a role, many factors influence the health of your eggs — and understanding these can help you make informed, proactive choices.
Luteal Phase Defect: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
When your luteal phase too short or the body doesn’t produce enough progesterone, it may be a luteal phase defect (LPD) — which can affect implantation and early pregnancy.
Endometriosis and IVF: What You Need to Know
For many people with endometriosis, IVF offers one of the most effective routes to conception — especially when inflammation, scarring, or hormonal imbalances make it difficult to conceive naturally.
Infertility and Loss Over the Holidays
The holidays can amplify the emotional weight of infertility and pregnancy loss. While the season celebrates togetherness, milestones, and family traditions, your path may look and feel different — and that’s valid.
Fibroids and Endometriosis: Symptoms, Differences & How They Affect Your Fertility
When pain, heavy bleeding, or fertility challenges start to overlap, it’s completely natural to wonder what’s really going on in your body.
Why Does IVF Fail With Good Embryos?
IVF failure with “good” embryos can feel confusing and deeply disheartening. You’re not imagining it — this is one of the hardest parts of fertility care. There are evidence-based reasons why IVF fails, even with embryos that look strong under a microscope.
Fertility treatment is a long road, never easy – but it is made easier with trusted guidance, data and the right people on your side. We’ve gathered your best points of call here.
How to Shortlist a Fertility Clinic
A guide to finding the right clinic for you, looking at all the factors that can help inform your decision: from the costs to the experiences of others, expert opinions and clinical outcomes.
10 Questions to Ask at Your First Clinic Consultation
To help you go into your initial clinic consultation feeling prepared, confident and informed, we’ve put together a list of key questions.
Your Guide to Finding a Fertility Support Community
Whether you’re looking for support from others at the same stage of fertility treatment, those in similar age groups or partner setups, here’s a list of places and groups to connect.
20 Best Fertility Podcasts for Every TTC Stage
To take a breath, find some new perspective and feel connected with the community all around you, have a listen to our favourite fertility podcasts, covering IVF, TTC, pregnancy loss, surrogacy and more.
Signs of Infertility in Women: What to Know and What to Do Next
Not getting pregnant can leave you with more questions than answers. If you’re wondering whether something deeper might be going on, here are the key signs of infertility in women.
When to See a Fertility Doctor: Signs, Timelines, and What to Expect
Wondering when to see a fertility doctor? Discover the signs, timelines, and options to help you decide if now’s the right time to seek expert advice.
Fertility Glossary: Acronyms, Tests & Treatments Explained
Trying to conceive can sometimes feel like stepping into a world with its own language. This fertility glossary breaks down the terms, acronyms, and medical jargon you’re most likely to come across, so you can feel informed and confident in your next steps.
National Fertility Awareness Week 2025: Why It Matters and How to Get Involved
National Fertility Awareness Week (NFAW) is a time to shine a light on infertility, break down stigma, and amplify the voices of those living through it. It takes place in the UK in November, with different themes each year to focus on every journey.