IVF

[Scrappysmammy]

Does anyone have experience in IVF? Which is the best clinic?
Can we get funding if my partner already has 2 DCs?
How many rounds does it 'usually' take?

Any help appreciated?

[loopylou1984]

Hi scrappy, really sorry you find yourself having to ask this question. It's tough.

Funding seems to vary wildly from county to county however I have never heard of anyone getting treatment NHS funded when 1 partner already has DCs. You'll probably be looking at private.

I don't think there is an average time for it to work, for us it was 3 transfers and I'm currently 19 weeks. It's been a hard road though with many set backs and false starts. I don't say this to scare you, I just wish I'd been a bit more clued up on potential failure reasons.

The best clinic I guess would depend on where abouts you are. I used a CARE facility and they were excellent, but I have no experience of anywhere else to compare.

Hope this helps?

[Scrappysmammy]

Thanks Sammy and congratulations. We're just starting to look at possible clinics, a fiend even said to go abroad as they have better chances, surely doctors would have the same method?

Thanks again

[loopylou1984]

I'm not sure about the chances, but it's definitely cheaper to do IVF abroad. I've heard great things about Czech Republic. I would suggest taking a look at the infertility boards, you're bound to find one which fits your situation. Xx

[Scrappysmammy]

Great stuff, thanks for your help xx