In this episode of The Fertility Podcast, I’m discussing how to navigate through the private IVF system. It’s a topic I’ve wanted to record for an age, mainly because many of you book in to see me for advice and support on this very topic. It seems to be a big pain point. In the UK we’re not familiar with accessing private healthcare, so how do you do it? And importantly how can you change your mindset from a patient to a consumer and why is this important? I also share some great tips on choosing the right clinic for you and what questions to ask at your first IVF appointment.

Later in the pod, I’m joined by freelance journalist Antonia Hoyle @greenerlanes who recently investigated the darker side of fertility ‘treatments’. We talk tarot card readings (yes really!), alternative therapies, and immunology.

We talk about how these alternative ‘treatments’ and IVF Add-ons do not have the evidence to support their use. And that vulnerable women are being taken advantage of, both emotionally and financially by unregulated and self-styled fertility ‘experts’ who are offering false hope.

We are delighted that two friends of the Podcast sponsored this episode. Firstly,  The Lowdown is the place to get the lowdown on your reproductive health. Learn about your fertility, share your experiences, and read those of others. And One Day Tests is your one-stop shop for ‘at home’ fertility blood tests and more. The lovely people at One Day Tests offer The Fertility Podcast listeners a 10% discount with TFP10.

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