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# Your IVF Journey

Our support, your success

## Posts

- [Becky's Blog](https://yourivfjourney.com/beckys-blog5/)
- [Our Donor Egg Kids: 5 Things We Didn't Need To Worry About](https://yourivfjourney.com/our-donor-egg-kids-5-things-we-didnt-need-to-worry-about/) - Donor eggs are a big deal. We were initially anxious but now look back with a sense of calm. Here are the five things we worried about – until we didn’t.
- [IVF Success Rates Explained: What the Numbers Really Mean](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-success-rates-all-in-the-numbers/) - Learn how to compare IVF success rates, what the stats really mean, and why patients, cumulative success rates and patient reviews matter when choosing a clinic
- [Implantation after IVF: 10 crucial tips](https://yourivfjourney.com/implantation-after-ivf-10-crucial-tips/) - Want to boost your implantation chances after IVF treatment? Ignore the fads, the foods and the fiction. Read our 10 fantastic tips to make implantation happen.
- [Two week wait: 10 great tips for IVF patients](https://yourivfjourney.com/two-week-wait-10-great-tips-for-ivf-patients/) - The two week wait is tough. How do you cope? Here are 10 great tips to help you after your IVF cycle. Yes, you can increase your chance of getting pregnant!
- [HFEA Donor Egg IVF Statistics: What They Mean for UK Patients](https://yourivfjourney.com/over-45-donor-eggs-are-now-the-norm-says-hfea/) - Discover what the latest HFEA donor egg IVF statistics reveal about treatment in the UK, donor shortages, waiting times and why many patients choose IVF abroad.
- [Miscarriage After IVF: 10 Evidence-Based Ways to Reduce the Risk](https://yourivfjourney.com/miscarriage-after-ivf-how-to-reduce-the-risk/) - Miscarriages after IVF treatment can sadly happen. But you can reduce the risk. Read our 10 tips for lowering your chance of a miscarriage after an IVF cycle.
- [Is sex during IVF a good idea?](https://yourivfjourney.com/is-sex-during-ivf-a-good-idea/) - Can you have sex during IVF treatment? Doctors once advised against it, but attitudes are changing. Here's the lowdown on sex during IVF and fertility cycles.
- [Is Herbal Medicine Safe During IVF?](https://yourivfjourney.com/is-herbal-medicine-safe-during-ivf/) - Herbal medicine might help certain fertility patients. Might. But it’s not automatically safe. Nor are herbs a substitute for proper, evidence-based treatment. For some patients, herbs may help with issues linked to fertility: stress, sleep, menstrual symptoms, metabolic health and sperm quality. But the evidence is rather uneven. Herb quality and efficacy also vary. Some
- [Nutrition During IVF: 9 Crucial Tips](https://yourivfjourney.com/nutrition-during-ivf-9-crucial-tips/) - Good nutrition during IVF treatment matters more than patients think. There are no ‘magic’ foods – but read our helpful tips to optimise your fertility diet.
- [Prednisolone and IVF: Is It Really a Fertility Wonder Drug?](https://yourivfjourney.com/prednisolone-the-fertility-wonder-drug/) - Prednisolone (or Prednisone) is often prescribed to fertility patients. But can it really prevent miscarriage and boost implantation rates? Here's our verdict.
- [How to Maintain Your Sex Life During IVF](https://yourivfjourney.com/how-to-maintain-your-sex-life-during-ivf/) - Can you keep sex and intimacy alive during fertility treatment? It’s not easy, but good communication, patience and a sense of perspective can help.
- [Estrogen In IVF: Why Fertility Patients May Need It](https://yourivfjourney.com/estrogen-why-do-fertility-patients-need-it/) - Estrogen for fertility patients can be vital. But what does it do, and is it dangerous during pregnancy? Here's how estrogen supplements work.
- [Progesterone in IVF: the key facts patients need to know](https://yourivfjourney.com/progesterone-the-key-facts-for-ivf-patients/) - Progesterone support during IVF is vital. But which format is best - pills, injections or gel? Read our summary on progesterone's role in fertility treatment.
- [Egg Retrieval: 10 Evidence-Based Tips to Improve IVF](https://yourivfjourney.com/egg-retrieval-10-tips-to-improve-the-outcome/) - Egg retrieval, or egg collection, is a crucial moment in your IVF cycle. To ensure your egg retrieval is successful, read our 10 tips to improve the outcome.
- [Embryo Transfer: 10 Essential Tips For Success](https://yourivfjourney.com/embryo-transfer-10-essential-tips-for-success/) - Embryo transfer is a crucial moment in your IVF treatment. Our 10 essential tips tell you what to do, and what NOT to do, before and after your embryo transfer.
- [Top 10 causes of female infertility](https://yourivfjourney.com/top-10-causes-of-female-infertility/) - There are many causes of infertility, and many women have more than one. Here are the top 10 causes of female infertility, with tips on how to deal with them.
- [Surgical sperm retrieval - 10 key facts](https://yourivfjourney.com/surgical-sperm-retrieval-10-key-facts/) - What exactly is surgical sperm retrieval? Here's our round-up the key techniques. These include PESA, TESE, TESA and MESA. They're not as scary as they sound.
- [Should I transfer one or two embryos? 5 IVF tips](https://yourivfjourney.com/should-i-transfer-one-or-two-embryos-5-ivf-tips/) - Is it safer to transfer one or two embryos after IVF? One is usually best, but every patient is different. Read our 5 tips on making that key decision.
- [Introducing our new Reprofit daughter!](https://yourivfjourney.com/introducing-our-new-reprofit-daughter/) - Here's our new donor-egg baby, helped into the world by the wonderful team at Reprofit. A sister for Ida, Coral Josephine Saer was born on 7th December 2015.
- [Breastfeeding after IVF: 10 tips for success](https://yourivfjourney.com/breastfeeding-after-ivf-10-tips-for-success/) - Breastfeeding after fertility treatment can be tough. IVF mums generally find breastfeeding harder. But there are things you can do. Read are our top 10 tips.
- [Which fertility forum should I join?](https://yourivfjourney.com/which-fertility-forum-should-i-join/) - A fertility forum is a good starting point when you're trying to conceive. But which fertility forum is the best, and can they be trusted? Here's our verdict.
- [Acupuncture: does it really improve fertility?](https://yourivfjourney.com/acupuncture-does-it-really-improve-fertility/) - Acupuncture was supposed to help couples with fertility problems, including IVF patients. But does it really improve fertility? New research suggests not.
- [10 IVF breakthroughs on the horizon](https://yourivfjourney.com/10-ivf-breakthroughs-on-the-horizon/) - What's in store for IVF in the next 20 years? From womb transplants to sperm from stem cells, the future is exciting. Here are 10 development in the pipeline.
- [PGS testing during IVF: should you have it?](https://yourivfjourney.com/pgd-during-ivf-is-it-worth-the-money/) - PGS testing, or PGT-A, can reassure certain IVF patients. But it's not cheap. How often will an embryo be chromosomally abnormal? Here's our verdict on PGS.
- [Laparoscopy: good or bad for IVF patients?](https://yourivfjourney.com/laparoscopy-good-or-bad-for-ivf-patients/) - A laparoscopy is a last resort for many IVF patients. But should you have one? Studies suggest a laparoscopy could boost IVF outcomes for certain patients.
- [Celebrities and Donor Eggs: 4 Inspiring Success Stories](https://yourivfjourney.com/celebrities-and-donor-eggs-4-inspiring-success-stories/) - Many celebrities use donor eggs. But few go public. Read the inspiring donor-egg success stories of Mary Coustas, Sonia Kruger, Camille Gauty and Tina Malone.
- [NHS IVF Funding Refused? Why Many Couples Choose IVF Abroad](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-abroad-your-best-option-if-the-nhs-wont-pay/) - If you've been refused NHS IVF funding, you're not alone. Learn why many UK couples choose IVF abroad for lower costs, short waiting times and treatment access.
- [10 IVF Questions Every Patient Should Ask Before Starting Treatment](https://yourivfjourney.com/top-10-ivf-questions-every-patient-should-ask/) - From IVF costs and success rates to age limits and donor eggs, here are the 10 most important questions to ask before starting fertility treatment.
- [Which IVF due date calculator is the best?](https://yourivfjourney.com/which-ivf-due-date-calculator-is-the-best/) - IVF due date calculators are great for working out when your IVF baby will arrive. Here's our roundup of the top five IVF due date calculators out there.
- [PCOS? 10 Tips to Boost Your Fertility](https://yourivfjourney.com/pcos-read-our-10-tips-to-boost-your-fertility/) - PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, affects 1 in 10 women. Based on actual research, these are our top 10 tips to improve your fertility if you have PCOS.
- [Should Parents Tell Children They Were Donor Conceived?](https://yourivfjourney.com/donor-conception-why-the-uk-shuns-egg-donors/) - Donor conception in the UK is on the rise. But donor supply remains poor and anonymity rules don't help. Should ethics give way to a more liberalised approach?
- [Delayed Cord Clamping After IVF: What Parents Should Know](https://yourivfjourney.com/delayed-cord-clamping-10-reasons-to-do-it/) - Learn what delayed cord clamping is, why many hospitals recommend it, and what parents who have conceived through IVF should know before birth.
- [Does PGT-M (Previously PGD) Improve IVF Success Rates?](https://yourivfjourney.com/new-pgd-technique-may-improve-ivf-chances/) - Learn what PGT-M (formerly PGD) is, who it helps, how it works and whether genetic testing can improve IVF success rates.
- [HCG Levels: 10 Things Fertility Patients Need To Know](https://yourivfjourney.com/hcg-levels-10-things-you-need-to-know/) - HCG is the pregnancy hormone. But are your HCG levels rising adequately? Are they too high or low? These are the top 10 things you need to know about HCG.
- [Can Music Support Fertility Patients?](https://yourivfjourney.com/can-music-support-fertility-patients/) - Music could help with the stresses of fertility treatment. Our guest blogger, Dr. Alison Short, explains the supportive power of music and music therapy.
- [Stress, Anxiety and IVF: What Really Affects Your Chances?](https://yourivfjourney.com/stress-anxiety-and-ivf-what-really-affects-your-chances/)
- [The Vaginal Microbiome and Fertility – What We Know Now](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-vaginal-microbiome-and-fertility-whats-we-know-now/)
- [360 Fertility by Liberty Mills – a pragmatic and personal guide to conception](https://yourivfjourney.com/360-fertility-by-liberty-mills-a-pragmatic-and-personal-guide-to-conception/) - We review 360 Fertility, a thoughtful guide from Liberty Mills on how to optimise your conception and fertility health. Small changes make a big difference.
- [Resilience During IVF Treatment? You Already Have It.](https://yourivfjourney.com/resilience-during-ivf-treatment-you-already-have-it/)
- [I Had Donor Eggs – Here Are 4 Things I Learned](https://yourivfjourney.com/i-had-donor-eggs-here-are-4-things-i-learned/) - Ten years on, Becky Saer reflects on her donor-egg journey and the obstacles she overcame. Looking back, the biggest challenge was finding mental clarity.
- [I’m An IVF Dad – Read My 10 Survival Tips](https://yourivfjourney.com/im-an-ivf-dad-read-my-10-survival-tips/) - After a cancer diagnosis, John and his partner fast-tracked their IVF treatment. These are his 10 tips for surviving the stresses of IVF – and staying strong.
- [Considering IVF? 5 Key Tips Starting Your Fertility Journey](https://yourivfjourney.com/considering-ivf-5-key-tips-starting-your-fertility-journey/) - Struggling to conceive, or thinking about IVF treatment? Read our 5 essential tips on planning the road ahead. They’ll save you time, money and heartache.
- [Family, Friends & Mo Farah - Keeping Our IVF Dreams Alive](https://yourivfjourney.com/family-friends-mo-farah-keeping-our-ivf-dreams-alive/) - Can family and friends really support you during fertility treatment? Most do. However, in the end, Mo Farah gave us the inspiration we truly needed.
- [EmbryoScope – does it really help IVF patients?](https://yourivfjourney.com/embryoscope-does-it-really-help-ivf-patients/) - EmbryoScope may help IVF clinics choose the best embryos. But what are the benefits for fertility patients? Here's our verdict on the popular time-lapse device.
- [Endometrial scratch: will it work for you?](https://yourivfjourney.com/endometrial-scratch-will-it-work-for-you/) - An endometrial scratch can prime your uterus for implantation. But the research is inconclusive. So does endometrial scratching improve pregnancy outcomes?
- [Assisted hatching during IVF – the risks](https://yourivfjourney.com/assisted-hatching-during-ivf-the-risks/) - Assisted hatching in IVF cycles may boost implantation rates. But which patients does it really benefit and what are the risks? Here's the lowdown.
- [Embryo glue – does it work or not?](https://yourivfjourney.com/embryo-glue-does-it-work-or-not/) - Can EmbryoGlue boost implantation and live birth rates? New research suggests it might - and it's affordable too. So here's our verdict on EmbryoGlue.
- [Intralipid infusions during IVF: hype or help?](https://yourivfjourney.com/intralipid-infusions-during-ivf-hype-or-help/) - Can intralipid infusions boost IVF success rates? Clinics say yes. Studies say no. Here's our view on intralipids and the suppression of natural killer cells.
- [The truth about Clexane and fertility](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-truth-about-clexane-and-fertility/) - Should fertility patients take Clexane injections? Low molecular weight heparins can reduce miscarriages and help with implantation. Here's our Clexane verdict.
- [Natural killer (NK) cells – fertility fraud?](https://yourivfjourney.com/natural-killer-nk-cells-fertility-fraud/) - Do natural killer (NK) cells really pose a risk to fertility and pregnancy? Many clinics charge huge fees for NK testing and treatments. Here's a reality check.
- [How We Arrange Affordable IVF Abroad...](https://yourivfjourney.com/weve-launched-let-the-era-of-affordable-ivf-begin/) - Your IVF Journey supports patients who choose to have their fertility treatment abroad. Using our partner clinic in the Czech Republic, we'll help you succeed.
- [Top 10 reasons to have IVF in the Czech Republic](https://yourivfjourney.com/top-10-reasons-to-have-ivf-in-the-czech-republic/) - IVF in the Czech Republic is affordable, convenient and well regulated. Read our top 10 reasons to go, and why the Czech IVF experience outclasses UK clinics.
- [Is full anonymity best for egg and sperm donors?](https://yourivfjourney.com/donor-anonymity-best-for-birth-parents-or-children/) - Donor anonymity exists in many countries. But not the UK. As more people use donor eggs and sperm, are national anonymity laws getting it right? Read our view.
- [How much exercise is good for IVF patients?](https://yourivfjourney.com/how-much-exercise-is-good-for-ivf-patients/) - Exercise can help IVF patients get, and stay, pregnant. But how much exercise should IVF patients do? And should it be moderate or vigorous? Here's our verdict.
- [Pregnant and 40? Accentuate the positive.](https://yourivfjourney.com/pregnant-and-40-accentuate-the-positive/) - More and more women in their 40s are getting pregnant. And the risks are lower than previously thought. It's time to celebrate older motherhood, and here's why.
- [IVF overseas: why European clinics lead the way](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-overseas-why-european-clinics-lead-the-way/) - IVF treatment overseas is still surprisingly affordable. With fewer hidden extras and better care and success rates, EU fertility clinics are leading the world.
- [Vitamin D: good or bad for pregnant women?](https://yourivfjourney.com/vitamin-d-good-or-bad-for-pregnant-women/) - Do pregnant women need extra vitamin D? Or will a good diet and sunlight be enough? Whether your pregnancy is natural or a result of IVF, here's our verdict.
- [Stress: does it affect IVF outcomes?](https://yourivfjourney.com/stress-does-it-affect-ivf-outcomes/) - Stress during IVF treatment is normal. And most studies say stress has little effect on fertility and IVF cycles. But is a positive mental attitude still best?
- [Farewell Bob Edwards, visionary IVF pioneer](https://yourivfjourney.com/farewell-bob-edwards-ivf-pioneer/) - The inventor of IVF, Bob Edwards. brought parenthood to infertile couples across the world. His vision has led to six million babies, including Louise Brown.
- [IVF treatment in Europe? You’re in safe hands.](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-in-europe-youre-in-safe-hands/) - IVF treatment in Europe is safe and efficient. EU laws protect patients and monitor clinics. IVF prices are 50% cheaper abroad, so what are you waiting for?
- [Blastocysts: 10 things IVF patients should know](https://yourivfjourney.com/blastocysts-10-things-ivf-patients-should-know/) - Blastocysts are day-5 embryos. Transferring a blastocyst may increase pregnancy and live birth rates. Here's our 10-point guide to the benefits of blastocysts.
- [IVF on the NHS? You’re better off abroad](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-on-the-nhs-youre-better-off-abroad/) - IVF on the NHS is off-limits for many couples. Most won't get it and seek costly private IVF treatment instead. IVF clinics abroad may now be their best option.
- [Frozen embryo transfer: the new way to adopt?](https://yourivfjourney.com/frozen-embryo-transfer-the-new-way-to-adopt/) - Frozen embryo transfers (FETs) are cost-effective and straightforward. Little wonder frozen donor embryo treatment (embryo adoption) has taken off. Here's why.
- [Smoking and IVF: why it's a bad idea](https://yourivfjourney.com/smoking-and-ivf-why-the-two-should-never-mix/) - Smoking before or during IVF treatment is risky. And that's if you're the mother or the father. Pregnancy, implantation and live-birth rates are all affected.
- [IVF and alcohol: why you shouldn’t mix the two](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-and-alcohol-why-you-shouldnt-mix-the-two/) - Alcohol before IVF treatment is a bad idea. In fact, pregnancy and alcohol never go well together, whether you conceive via IVF or naturally. Here's why.
- [Pregnancy outcomes in the UK: room for improvement?](https://yourivfjourney.com/pregnancy-outcomes-in-the-uk-room-for-improvement/) - Infant mortality in the UK is falling, like elsewhere in Europe. But the UK still has some way to go, says a new EU study on pregnancy care and outcomes.
- [IUI: why you shouldn’t have artificial insemination](https://yourivfjourney.com/iui-why-you-shouldnt-have-artificial-insemination/) - IUI is a quick, cheap fertility technique. But it's controversial. So what's the problem with IUI and artificial insemination? And is it making a comeback?
- [What is TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone)?](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-tsh-thyroid-stimulating-hormone/) - TSH, or thyroid stimulating hormone, plays a vital role in fertility, pregnancy and IVF. A TSH test will tell you if you have too much or too little.
- [Our Reprofit baby daughter – joy at last!](https://yourivfjourney.com/our-reprofit-baby-joy-at-last/) - Reprofit, the leading Czech fertility clinic, helped us conceive our donor egg baby. Here's our beautiful daughter Ida, nine months later!
- [What is LH (luteinising hormone)?](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-lh-luteinising-hormone/) - LH, or luteinising hormone, plays an important role in reproductive health. Should IVF patients, and other couples with fertility problems, take an LH test?
- [What is FSH (follicle stimulating hormone)?](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-fsh-follicle-stimulating-hormone/) - FSH, or follicle-stimulating hormone, measures ovarian reserve. It's a fairly reliable fertility indicator, but does a normal FSH level vary with age?
- [What is prolactin and how does it affect IVF?](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-prolactin-and-how-does-it-affect-ivf/) - Prolactin is a hormone that's vital for conception. If your prolactin levels are too high, they could affect your chances. Should IVF patients get tested?
- [What is AMH and why does IVF depend on it?](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-amh-and-why-does-ivf-depend-on-it/) - AMH, or anti-Müllerian hormone, is the best indicator of ovarian reserve. Here's why IVF patients should have an AMH test before every fresh treatment cycle.
- [Fertility problems? Show UK clinics the door!](https://yourivfjourney.com/fertility-problems-show-uk-clinics-the-door/) - Fertility problems affect 1 in 6 couples. But a recent report shows that some UK fertility clinics are selling patients IVF procedures they don't need.
- [Who needs an HSG (hysterosalpingogram)?](https://yourivfjourney.com/who-needs-an-hsg-hysterosalpingogram/) - An HSG, or hysterosalpingogram, is an important test for IVF patients and others with fertility problems. An HSG x-rays the uterus and fallopian tubes.
- [Want better fertility care? Go Czech it out!](https://yourivfjourney.com/want-better-fertility-care-go-czech-it-out/) - Private fertility care in the UK costs a fortune. Treatment in the Czech Republic can be less expensive and more successful. Our own baby is living proof!
- [How to conceive – 10 best ways to get pregnant](https://yourivfjourney.com/how-to-conceive-10-best-ways-to-get-pregnant/) - Trying to conceive? Many couples are, without success. These are the 10 best ways to get pregnant within a year, based on real medical facts, not fiction.
- [Which ovulation calculator/calendar is best?](https://yourivfjourney.com/which-ovulation-calculatorcalendar-is-best/) - An ovulation calculator, or calendar, is a free way to work out when you're fertile. But which online ovulation calculator is best? Here's our verdict.
- [Hysteroscopy – why it’s essential before IVF](https://yourivfjourney.com/hysteroscopy-why-its-essential-before-ivf/) - A hysteroscopy is an important procedure before IVF treatment. Studies show a pre-IVF hysteroscopy can improve treatment outcomes for certain patients. Read on.
- [Depot shot: a guide for donor-egg patients](https://yourivfjourney.com/depot-shot-a-guide-for-donor-egg-patients/) - The depot shot is used by donor-egg patients during their IVF cycles. But how does the depot shot work and what's in it? Here's our guide.
- [Folic acid: top 20 foods to eat during pregnancy](https://yourivfjourney.com/folic-acid-top-20-foods-to-eat-during-pregnancy/) - Folic acid is vital before and during pregnancy. These are the top 20 foods rich in folic acid you should eat. And a daily folic-acid supplement is a must.
- [Epigenetics: can IVF affect your baby’s genes?](https://yourivfjourney.com/epigenetics-can-ivf-affect-your-babys-genes/) - Epigenetics and IVF? New research says parental lifestyle and health could influence their baby's genes. For IVF and donor-egg patients, epigenetics matters.
- [Your semen analysis – all you need to know](https://yourivfjourney.com/your-semen-analysis-all-you-need-to-know/) - A semen analysis is essential if you're trying for a baby. But what do the results mean? Here's our guide to understanding your semen analysis report.
- [Transvaginal ultrasound: 8 reasons to have one](https://yourivfjourney.com/transvaginal-ultrasound-8-reasons-to-have-one/) - A trans-vaginal ultrasound scan checks your reproductive health. A scan a cheap and effective fertility procedure. Read are 8 essential reasons to have one.
- [Uterine fibroids – 10 things you should know](https://yourivfjourney.com/uterine-fibroids-10-things-you-should-know/) - Are uterine fibroids, or myomas, dangerous? Do they really harm conception and pregnancy? Here are 10 things you need to know about uterine fibroids.
- [Why NHS GPs are failing IVF patients](https://yourivfjourney.com/why-nhs-gps-are-failing-ivf-patients/) - Many NHS doctors provide poor fertility care, diagnosis and advice. The postcode lottery still denies IVF treatment to thousands of women. What's going on?
- [Ovarian cysts: are they dangerous?](https://yourivfjourney.com/ovarian-cysts-are-they-dangerous/) - Do ovarian cysts stop conception and pregnancy? Most are safe, but some are life-threatening. Read our summary on ovarian cysts, and the ones to watch out for.
- [OHSS during IVF – 7 ways to reduce the risk](https://yourivfjourney.com/ohss-during-ivf-7-ways-to-reduce-the-risk/) - OHSS affects 1 in 8 IVF patients. And it's a potentially life-threatening condition. Read our 7 tips to reduce the risk of OHSS during your IVF treatment.
- [Freezing your eggs – should you do it?](https://yourivfjourney.com/freezing-your-eggs-should-you-do-it/) - Egg freezing is taking off. Fertility clinics are promoting it. Facebook and Apple now offer it to female workers. So is freezing your eggs a good idea?
- [The Best Way To Wean Yourself Off IVF Meds](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-best-way-to-wean-yourself-off-ivf-meds/) - Weaning off IVF medication, after a positive pregnancy test, worries many fertility patients. So here's the best, and safest, way to reduce your IVF meds.
- [The Perfect Egg Donor? 7 Things To Consider](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-perfect-egg-donor-7-things-to-consider/) - You're using an egg donor. Will she be proven, anonymous, young and a good match? These are the main things to think about when choosing your egg donor.
- [High BMI? What IVF Patients Need to Know](https://yourivfjourney.com/high-bmi-what-ivf-patients-need-to-know/) - A high BMI could reduce IVF success. We look at the key research studies on BMI and IVF treatment. Being overweight may be a problem, but how much of one?
- [The Short Protocol: 5 Reasons To Have It](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-short-protocol-5-reasons-to-have-it/) - Which protocol is best - the short protocol or the long protocol? IVF patients should consider cost and practicalities. Here's why we prefer the short protocol.
- [PICSI or MACS – Which Is Better?](https://yourivfjourney.com/picsi-or-macs-which-is-better/) - Should IVF patients have PICSI, MACS or both before fertilisation? Here's our summary of the pros and cons of these two sperm-selection techniques.
- [The EMMA Test – Should You Have It?](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-emma-test-should-you-have-it/) - Should you have the EMMA test before an IVF cycle? EMMA checks the bacteria in your endometrium, which could affect your implantation chances. Here's our view.
- [Reprofit’s 2018 success rates – key facts](https://yourivfjourney.com/reprofits-2018-success-rates-key-facts/) - Reprofit's success rates for 2018 show excellent results across IVF, donor-egg and donor-embryo treatments. There's also very good news for older IVF patients.
- [The ERA test – does it really work?](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-era-test-does-it-really-work/) - Is the ERA test worth the money? Can it really help with your embryo transfer? Here's our view on the benefits of the ERA test before fertility treatment.
- [5 Reasons Why We Chose Reprofit](https://yourivfjourney.com/5-reasons-why-we-chose-reprofit/) - The wonderful Reprofit clinic gave us our two beautiful children, after a five-year infertility struggle. Here's why we chose Reprofit for our IVF treatment.
- [5 things NOT to say to IVF patients](https://yourivfjourney.com/5-things-not-to-say-to-ivf-patients/) - Saying the right thing to IVF patients isn't easy. But family and friends need to show kindness and sensitivity. Here are five things NOT to say to couples having fertility treatment.
- [What is ICSI? 5 facts you need to know](https://yourivfjourney.com/what-is-icsi-5-facts-you-need-to-know/) - What is ICSI really about? It's an expensive extra in many clinics. But IVF using ICSI fertilisation can address female infertility, not just male infertility. Here's how.
- [The truth about Norethisterone and IVF](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-truth-about-norethisterone-and-ivf/) - Norethisterone pills can be taken before an IVF cycle. But are they safer, and better, than birth control pills? Here's our verdict on Norethisterone and IVF.
- [Birth control pills before fertility treatment](https://yourivfjourney.com/birth-control-pills-before-fertility-treatment/) - Birth control pills before fertility treatment are helpful. But BCPs aren't for everyone. These are the main benefits of birth control pills before IVF cycles.
- [Mild IVF – is it worth doing or not?](https://yourivfjourney.com/mild-ivf-is-it-worth-doing-or-not/) - What is mild IVF, and is it worth doing? Mild stimulation IVF cycles can improve outcomes for certain patients. Here's the lowdown on mini IVF treatment.
- [Donate to National Fertility Awareness Week!](https://yourivfjourney.com/donate-to-national-fertility-awareness-week/) - Donate to National Infertility Awareness Week! It's a fantastic cause, providing practical help and advice to the 1 in 6 of us struggling with infertility.
- [Join us at the Fertility Show 2016!](https://yourivfjourney.com/join-us-at-the-fertility-show-2016/) - Join us at The Fertility Show on 6 November 2016! We'll be speaking on all aspects of IVF treatment abroad, with an emphasis on European clinics. See you then!
- [IVF and preeclampsia: is there a link?](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-and-preeclampsia-is-there-a-link/) - Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication. Are IVF patients more at risk? And what about donor-egg recipients? Here's our verdict on the evidence.
- [For great fertility care, let’s stay in the EU](https://yourivfjourney.com/for-great-fertility-care-lets-stay-in-the-eu/) - Fertility treatment in the EU is affordable, world-class and on our doorstep. Why throw it away? The UK should remain in the EU to make the most of it.
- [The Harmony Test (NIPT): should you have it?](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-harmony-test-nipt-should-you-have-it/) - Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) is a popular choice for many pregnant women. Is it for you? Here are some facts about the Harmony test and NIPT in general.
- [Hydrosalpinx – does it reduce fertility?](https://yourivfjourney.com/hydrosalpinx-does-it-reduce-fertility/) - A hydrosalpinx is a mass of toxic fluid that causes a blocked fallopian tube. It can affect a woman's fertility and lower IVF success rates. Here are the facts.
- [Missed miscarriage – the essential facts](https://yourivfjourney.com/missed-miscarriage-the-essential-facts/) - A missed miscarriage is devastating. Whether you conceived naturally or via fertility treatment, the impact is the same. Here are the facts you need to know.
- [Join us at the Fertility Show 2015](https://yourivfjourney.com/join-us-at-the-fertility-show-2015/) - Come and hear us at the 2015 Fertility Show! As guest speakers, we'll be talking about fertility treatment abroad, from the patient perspective. See you there!
- [Ectopic pregnancy – top 10 risk factors](https://yourivfjourney.com/ectopic-pregnancy-top-10-risk-factors/) - An ectopic pregnancy is a failed pregnancy. It's also dangerous. Tubal pregnancies can happen for a number of reasons. Here are the top 10 risk factors.
- [Baby aspirin: the secret pregnancy pill?](https://yourivfjourney.com/baby-aspirin-the-secret-pregnancy-pill/) - Can baby aspirin really boost your chance of a successful pregnancy? Some women may benefit from a daily low-dose aspirin pill, including fertility patients.
- [Molar pregnancy – what you need to know](https://yourivfjourney.com/molar-pregnancy-what-you-need-to-know/) - What exactly is a molar pregnancy and can you avoid having one? Here are the essential facts for managing a molar pregnancy and reducing the risk of having one.
- [Chemical pregnancy – 10 things you should know](https://yourivfjourney.com/chemical-pregnancy-10-things-you-should-know/) - What exactly is a chemical pregnancy? Is it a miscarriage, and can you reduce the risk of a biochemical pregnancy? These are the top 10 things you need to know.
- [Blighted ovum – the silent miscarriage?](https://yourivfjourney.com/blighted-ovum-the-silent-miscarriage/) - A blighted ovum is devastating, but very common. Also called an anembryonic pregnancy, a blighted ovum is a miscarriage. But there are ways to reduce the risk.
- [Was Tina Malone right to have donor-egg IVF?](https://yourivfjourney.com/was-tina-malone-right-to-have-donor-egg-ivf/) - The actress Tina Malone had IVF with donor eggs at the age of 50. Her achievement should be celebrated. As an older mother, she's ready for the challenge.
- [Stillbirth – the risks for pregnant women](https://yourivfjourney.com/stillbirth-the-risks-for-pregnant-women/) - Stillbirth is devastating. But sleeping in the right way can stop it happening. A healthier lifestyle also helps. But why are UK stillbirth rates still so high?
- [Czech donor eggs: the EU's best-kept secret?](https://yourivfjourney.com/czech-donor-eggs-europes-best-kept-ivf-secret/) - Donor eggs in the Czech Republic are much cheaper than in the UK. So why are Czech IVF clinics so cheap and so good? Here's more on this fertility destination.
- [The Great British IVF Robbery?](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-great-ivf-robbery/) - NICE guidelines on fertility treatment are being ignored. So IVF patients have to go private. As prices rise, UK clinics are profiteering in a market of hope.
- [Top 5 reasons to have donor embryos abroad](https://yourivfjourney.com/top-5-reasons-to-have-donor-embryo-ivf-abroad/) - Donor-embryo treatment, or embryo adoption, is on the rise. It's affordable, quick and has excellent success rates. And donors are plentiful - if you go abroad.
- [The perfect IVF diet? Ask an avocado.](https://yourivfjourney.com/the-perfect-ivf-diet-ask-an-avocado/) - Avocados may triple your chances of IVF success. Other studies show that good diet and nutrition can lead to better IVF outcomes. Read our top tips here!

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- [Home](https://yourivfjourney.com/) - Affordable IVF abroad in the Czech Republic with low-cost fertility treatment. Quality care at great prices to help you start your family. Patient-led support.
- [Our Podcast](https://yourivfjourney.com/our-podcast/) - Our podcast explores the world of IVF with sensitivity, honesty and humour. Tune in weekly for inspiring interviews, fertility tips, and a few surprises!
- [Ovulation Calculator](https://yourivfjourney.com/baby-calculators-for-pregnancy/ovulation-calculator-and-conception-calendar/) - Calculate your ovulation date. Enter the date of your last period and your cycle length. The calculator predicts your fertile window over the next six months.
- [HCG Levels Calculator](https://yourivfjourney.com/hcg-levels-calculator/) - Our HCG calculator tells you if you’re pregnant and if your score is in-range. For two consecutive tests, we’ll confirm if your HCG levels are doubling normally
- [AMH Levels Calculator](https://yourivfjourney.com/amh-levels-calculator/) - Our AMH calculator confirms if your anti-Müllerian hormone level is normal for your age. If you had two tests, it checks if your AMH is decreasing as it should.
- [BMI Calculator  ](https://yourivfjourney.com/bmi-calculator-ivf/) - Our BMI calculator works for all IVF patients. Using the latest research, we explain what your BMI score really means, and how to optimise it before treatment.
- [Implantation Calculator](https://yourivfjourney.com/baby-calculators-for-pregnancy/implantation-date/) - Calculate your implantation date, whether you’re trying naturally or having fertility treatment. Enter one date to estimate when your embryo will implant.
- [IVF Due Date Calculator](https://yourivfjourney.com/baby-calculators-for-pregnancy/ivf-and-fet-due-date-calculator/) - Calculate your IVF due date using your egg retrieval or embryo transfer date. Our tool works for IVF, donor-egg and donor-embryo cycles – fresh or frozen.
- [The Clinic](https://yourivfjourney.com/top-czech-ivf-clinic/) - Our clinic partner, Reprofit International, is the leading fertility clinic in the Czech Republic. It’s renowned for the quality and affordability of its care.
- [FAQS](https://yourivfjourney.com/your-fertility-treatment-abroad/) - Fertility treatment abroad is considerably cheaper than UK clinics. Here are the most common questions and answers when planning your IVF treatment with us.
- [Express hysteroscopy service](https://yourivfjourney.com/express-hysteroscopy-service/) - Book our low-cost hysteroscopy service for your uterine fibroid removal (myomectomy), endometrial polyp removal (polypectomy) or endometrial ablation surgery.
- [Embryo adoption](https://yourivfjourney.com/donor-embryo-ivf/) - Donor-embryo IVF, sometimes called embryo adoption, is a great alternative to traditional adoption. Your IVF Journey will help you succeed with your treatment.
- [Egg donation](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-donor-eggs/) - IVF with donor eggs is one of the most successful fertility treatments. Our superb Czech clinic has some of the best pregnancy rates for donor eggs in the EU.
- [IVF with own eggs](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-in-czech-republic/) - IVF in the Czech Republic is advanced, affordable and convenient. Our fantastic Czech clinic offers low-cost IVF treatment and superb success rates.
- [Becky's Blog](https://yourivfjourney.com/beckys-blog/)
- [Brno – Europe's Top IVF Destination](https://yourivfjourney.com/visiting-brno-ivf/) - Brno is a delightful Czech town, steeped in history and culture. With direct flights from the UK, it’s the perfect place to have a relaxing IVF break.
- [Real IVF Success Stories: Patient Journeys From IVF Abroad](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/) - Read inspiring real-life IVF success stories from couples who overcame infertility through IVF abroad, donor egg treatment and frozen embryo transfer.
- [Michelle and Paul](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/michelle-and-paul/)
- [Sarah and Jonathan](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/sarah-and-jonathan/)
- [Jo and Mark](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/jo-and-mark/)
- [Gemma and Luke](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/gemma-and-luke/)
- [Emma and Geoff](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-patient-stories/emma-and-geoff/)
- [Contact](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-support-contact/) - Your IVF Journey supports couples and coordinates their fertility treatment at a fabulous clinic in Europe. Contact us today by phone, email or Skype.
- [Our Service](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-abroad/) - IVF abroad is the low-cost option for many infertile couples. Your IVF Journey is the exclusive UK agency for one of the best fertility clinics overseas.
- [Prices](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-prices/) - The cost of IVF at our Czech clinic is at least 50% cheaper than the UK. We'll also save you money on medication, tests and scans, flights and accommodation.
- [Success Rates](https://yourivfjourney.com/ivf-icsi-success-rates/) - Reprofit's latest success rates are impressive. And the results for the patients we help are even better, reflecting our agency's personalised care and support.
- [Donor Fertility Coaching](https://yourivfjourney.com/donor-fertility-coaching/) - Our donor fertility coaching sessions are tailored to donor conception patients across the world. Book our one-to-one Donor Conception Masterclass today!
- [Our Team](https://yourivfjourney.com/our-ivf-service/) - Your IVF Journey is a UK-based IVF agency. Run by Becky and Ben Saer, we organise affordable fertility treatment abroad. Our superb care will help you succeed.
- [Our Journey](https://yourivfjourney.com/our-ivf-success-story/) - Ben and Becky Saer went abroad for their IVF treatment. After a marathon battle to conceive, this is their remarkable IVF success story using donor eggs.
- [Testimonials](https://yourivfjourney.com/testimonials/) - Here's a selection of genuine testimonials and reviews from our IVF patients. All had success following IVF with their own eggs, donated eggs or donor embryos.
- [Privacy Policy](https://yourivfjourney.com/privacy-policy/) - Your IVF Journey arranges low-cost IVF treatment abroad with a leading IVF clinic in the Czech Republic. These terms set out its website terms of use.
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- [Baby calculators for pregnancy](https://yourivfjourney.com/baby-calculators-for-pregnancy/) - Our popular baby calculators make it easy to plan your pregnancy. Choose from three fertility calculators, read the results and you're ready to go!
- [Photo Gallery](https://yourivfjourney.com/photo-gallery/) - Your IVF treatment is carried out at a leading clinic, Reprofit, in the Czech Republic. Here are some photos of its pristine, state-of-the-art facilities.
- [Site Map](https://yourivfjourney.com/sitemap/) - To help you navigate our website and find the IVF information you need, here's our site map. The directory is a great place to scan our IVF blog posts, too.
- [Treatments](https://yourivfjourney.com/treatments/) - Here are the main treatments we coordinate for Reprofit. Whether you need IVF, donor eggs or donor embryos, we'll plan your entire treatment and trip.

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