The Fertility Podcast

BONUS EPISODE: IVF Abroad - Navigating Treatment after 40 with your own eggs


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In this second episode of our special mini-series with fertilityclinicsabroad.com, Natalie is joined once again by Joanna Jewell, Head of Patient Experience at IVF Media, to explore the realities of IVF abroad if you're over 40 and using your own eggs. 

This episode is packed with honest, compassionate, and practical advice for older patients whether you're solo, in a couple, or part of the LGBTQ+ community. Joanna shares what to expect, how to manage your options, and how to emotionally prepare for the challenges and decisions ahead. 

What we discuss: 

  • Are there age restrictions for IVF with your own eggs abroad? 
  • The difference between clinic policies and country laws 
  • The reality of success rates over 40 and why some clinics will say no 
  • What PGT-A testing is and why it’s often recommended after age 38 
  • Navigating treatment decisions in LGBTQ+ couples, including ROPA treatment 
  • Countries that are more inclusive (and those that aren't) for solo women and LGBTQ+ patients 
  • The psychological weight of choosing between own eggs and donor eggs 
  • How IVF Media handles difficult conversations with honesty, support, and care 
  • What happens when partners aren’t on the same page and the role of counseling 
  • Why over 40s often go abroad: more treatment options, fewer restrictions, and better support 
  • Understanding the risks and clinic policies around multiple embryo transfer 
  • Additional tests some clinics require (like cardiac screening and blood work) 
  • Planning logistics around school holidays, remote work, and personal comfort 
  • Choosing a clinic near the beach? Joanna says yes, whatever lowers stress! 

Links & Resources: 

Let’s Stay Connected 

  • Learn more: fertilityclinicsabroad.com 
  • Follow on Instagram @fertility_clinics_abroad
  • Contact Joanna’s team for guidance and clinic suggestions 
  • Follow Natalie on Instagram: @fertilitypoddy 
  • Email Natalie: [email protected] 
  • Don’t miss Part 3 in this series, where we explore guarantees in egg donation programs abroad! 

 

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