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Aria Fertility launch ‘game changer’ study into non-invasive approaches to improve chances of conception
NewsGlobally, we are starting families later than ever. Although most couples do get pregnant within the first 12 months of trying, it is estimated that one in seven couples may have difficulty conceiving.
Though the latest data from the Human…

FAQ: What does ICSI do?
NewsAlthough IVF has become the best known fertility treatment since its introduction in 1978, in vitro fertilisation is actually one of several assisted conception techniques.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection or ICSI is performed as part of…

Fertility Network UK survey reveals impact of COVID on fertility patients
NewsAlmost two years of living with COVID has resulted in ‘heartbreaking’ delays to fertility treatment, according to a survey of nearly 400 patients by the UK’s national fertility charity.
Last week was National Fertility Awareness Week,…

New data shows number of parents using surrogates has quadrupled in last decade
NewsMade in Chelsea star Ollie Locke has revealed his surrogacy heartache on the latest series of the reality TV programme. He had recently announced on Instagram that the first round of IVF that he and his husband Gareth underwent with a surrogate…

Study Pinpoints When Male Fertility Drops
NewsA new study has revealed that men may not have quite as long as they think to start a family. You may think that the biological clock is something only women need to worry about. However, the findings of this latest study show that there may…

Fertility and the Workplace: Has COVID Accelerated the Trend for Fertility Treatment Benefits?
NewsLast month, we wrote about managing IVF in the workplace which struck a chord with many of you. One interesting development from the COVID pandemic is that it seems to have accelerated the trend for fertility treatment benefits as employers…

Overhaul of egg freezing limits announced
NewsThe government has made a major announcement this week on egg, sperm and embryo freezing limits following a public consultation earlier this year. Currently, the statutory storage restriction is 10 years, but in a landmark ruling, they plan…

Managing IVF treatment in the workplace
NewsGoing through IVF treatment in the workplace can be exhausting and emotionally taxing. There are a lot of appointments you’ll need to attend, and it can be a stressful process.
If you have a full-time job, it can be difficult managing your…

BRCA Gene Mutation and Fertility Preservation
NewsA new study has revealed women who have a BRCA1 gene mutation have fewer eggs than those who don’t. The results of the study, published within the Journal of Clinical Oncology, mean affected women may have a reduced window of opportunity to…

Why do I need to freeze so many eggs?
FAQsThe more eggs you freeze, the higher your chance of success is regarding fertilisation. This is because at each stage of the process there is a decrease in the number of eggs that survive to the next one. Dr Anna Carby outlines each stage and…

What happens after egg freezing?
FAQsAfter egg freezing, there are many different paths that you can take. Dr Anna Carby discusses the different possibilities.
How long can I store my eggs after egg freezing?
After the fertility preservation treatment, your eggs will be stored,…

How can I prepare for egg freezing?
FAQsThere are many reasons why women decide to freeze their eggs and advances in egg viability once they have thawed means this procedure is becoming increasingly popular. However, there is a lot to consider in order to prepare for egg freezing,…
