Navigating fertility treatments can be overwhelming, but there are many resources available to help. Below is a list of valuable resources, support groups, funding options, and other helpful services for those undergoing IVF or struggling with fertility.

1. NHS Fertility Treatment & Funding

• NHS Fertility Services – Covers eligibility, treatment process, success rates, risks, and alternative fertility options.
  Visit NHS Fertility Services
• NHS-Funded IVF in England – Official government guidance on eligibility and access to NHS-funded IVF.
  Visit GOV.UK NHS IVF Funding

2. Financial Assistance & Grants

• Access Fertility – Provides financial packages, refund programs, and payment plans for IVF treatments.
  Learn More
• Gaia Family – A unique insurance-style program that offers financial protection for IVF cycles.
  Explore Gaia IVF Financing
• The Fertility Foundation – Offers grants for IVF treatment to eligible individuals and couples.
  Apply for a Fertility Grant

3. Fertility Clinics & Treatment Options

• The Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority (HFEA) – Find licensed fertility clinics, compare success rates, and access treatment information.
  Find a Fertility Clinic
• Create Fertility – Specialises in mild and natural IVF, offering lower-cost, patient-friendly treatments.
  Visit Create Fertility
• Care Fertility – One of the UK’s leading fertility clinic networks offering a wide range of treatments.
  Visit Care Fertility

4. Support Groups & Mental Health Resources

• Fertility Network UK – A national charity offering emotional support, online communities, and local meet-ups.
  Join Fertility Network UK
• The Miscarriage Association – Support and information for those who have experienced pregnancy loss.
  Visit The Miscarriage Association
• The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust – Support, education, and guidance for those affected by ectopic pregnancies.
  Visit The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust
• Tommy’s – A charity dedicated to pregnancy research and miscarriage support.
  Visit Tommy’s
• Mind UK – Mental health support for those struggling with the emotional toll of infertility and treatment.
  Visit Mind UK
• Sands (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity) – Support for those affected by stillbirth or neonatal loss.
  Visit Sands

4. Podcasts

• Big Fat Negative – A raw and honest podcast following two friends through their IVF journeys, covering fertility struggles with humour and heart.
  Listen here
• The Fertility Podcast – Hosted by fertility coach Natalie Silverman, this podcast features expert advice, personal stories, and guidance for those navigating infertility.
  Listen here
• The Worst Girl Gang Ever – A podcast tackling miscarriage, infertility, and pregnancy loss with a mix of support, humour, and expert insights.
  Listen here
• The Finally Pregnant Podcast – Supporting those who are pregnant after infertility or loss, with discussions on the unique challenges of this journey.
  Listen here

5. Books for Fertility & IVF:

• It Starts with the Egg by Rebecca Fett – A science-backed guide to improving egg quality and boosting fertility.
• The IVF Diet by Zita West – Nutrition and lifestyle tips for optimising IVF success.
• Not Broken by Lora Shahine – A compassionate guide to miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss.
• Conquering Infertility by Alice Domar – A mind-body approach to managing the emotional stress of infertility.
• The Impatient Woman’s Guide to Getting Pregnant by Jean M. Twenge – A practical and humorous take on trying to conceive.
• Get a Life: His & Hers Survival Guide to IVF by Richard & Rosie Martin – A couple’s honest and humorous IVF journey.
• The Fertility Handbook by Mary Wingfield – A doctor’s guide to understanding fertility treatments and options.
• Is Your Body Baby-Friendly? by Alan E Beer – A must-read book exploring the role of the immune system in fertility and recurrent miscarriage, offering insight into potential treatment options.