IVF abroad: TTC and infertility for those considering conceiving abroad

5 mistakes people make when choosing a country for your fertility treatment like IVF or egg donation abroad (and what to do instead)

Choosing where to have fertility treatment abroad isn't just about costs or suitability of IVF clinics for your needs — it’s about choosing the right country for them too and making the right decision for your health, safety, and family-building future.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 5 biggest mistakes I see people make when selecting a country for treatment — and how you can avoid them.

I'll talk about:

• Why not every country will suit your specific medical needs (and why that's crucial).
• How healthcare standards abroad can vary wildly — and why it matters.
• The huge risks of choosing unregulated or unregistered clinics.
• What you need to know about regulation (or lack of it) for assisted reproductive techniques abroad.
• How donor conception laws differ by country — and why you need to be clear before you start.

Choosing the wrong country could cost you time, money, and heartache.
 

Choosing the right one could change everything.

✨ Ready to make informed, empowered decisions about your fertility treatment abroad? Tune in now!

And don't forget to check out the links below to the free training mentioned in the podcast and other free resources you might find helpful.  

And if you want to book a complimentary call to discuss how I can help you to find the right fertility clinic and country for your needs and safely then you can do this via the link below and I will tell you with no obligation about the services I offer that can help you with this.

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

What is the hardest part of IVF?

In this week's episode Emma talks about what she thinks is the hardest thing and things about having IVF so you do not feel alone and so that you can be prepared, supported and know where you can make things easier and where you need to relinquish control.

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

A failed IVF cycle can leave you feeling lost, hopeless, and stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Transformational Mindset Coach Alice Rose to talk about how to actually cope in those moments.

We explore:

• What’s happening mentally and emotionally after failed treatment
  
  
  
• Why toxic positivity doesn’t help - and what does
  
  
  
• Simple mindset shifts and tools that make a real difference
  
  
  
• How to hold on to hope without bypassing the hard stuff
  
  If you’re feeling like you’re spiralling, you’re not alone and this episode will help you feel more grounded, seen, and supported.

To connect with Alice see links below:

Instagram - www.instagram.com/fertilityliferaft.com

Free resources - www.fertilityliferaft.com/everything

To find out more to join Alice's Life Raft Membership - www.fertilityliferaft.com/membership

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

How much does IVF with egg donor cost in UK vs Europe

In this episode Emma gives you the costs of UK vs Europe for egg donation and some of the things you need to watch out for as well, so you can accurately compare like for like. 

7 things you need to understand first before having egg donation treatment abroad -  Emma mentions this free short guide in this episode, which will be really useful to you if you are considering having egg donation abroad in Europe abroad and you can grab your copy via the links in the shownotes below.

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

What does IVF cost in the UK vs in Europe

In this episode Emma will give you the costs of going abroad to Europe for IVF, look at if it's cheaper when including flights and accommodation and tell you how you can more accurately compare clinics costings and what to look out for and why.

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

5 mistakes people make when choosing an IVF clinic (and what to do instead)

In this episode Emma takes you through the most common 5 mistakes she sees people making when it comes to choosing a fertility clinic and makes suggestions on how you can avoid making them too.

For more free resources check out the shownotes below.

If you would like Emma's help to find a fertility clinic that is safe and that meets your needs abroad in mainland Europe then please email [email protected] to find out more.

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

In this episode Emma gives you all the options to get your fertility medication so you can choose the right one for you no matter where you live in the world and avoid any last minute panics when having treatment abroad like IVF.

For an intro to a specialist fertility pharmacist for a no obligation quote for your fertility medication, at competitive rates, wherever you are in the world, (even if you do not decide to go abroad for your treatment) then please click the link below (or copy and paste into your browser to find out more). It's quick and easy to do, all you need is you prescription/s from your clinic.

https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-introduction

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

Struggling to conceive and facing barriers because of your BMI?

You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Emma Haslam sits down with Nicola Salmon, an award winning fat-positive fertility advocate and coach, to unpack the harsh realities of weight stigma in fertility and health care, both privately and through the NHS.

Nicola shares her personal journey, from being told at 16 she’d never conceive, to naturally becoming a mother despite the medical myths surrounding fat bodies. 

Together, Emma and Nicola expose the harmful impact of BMI-based restrictions in reproductive healthcare and explore:

• Why BMI is not a valid measure of health and how it’s misused in fertility treatment
• The emotional toll of weight stigma and how it affects those trying to conceive
• How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments and demand evidence-based care
• When to consider fertility treatment abroad and looking for a weight-inclusive clinic
• Practical tips for challenging fat phobia and navigating fertility treatment with confidence

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, judged, or denied care because of your body size, this episode will empower you with knowledge and tools to advocate for the care you deserve.

🔎 Mentioned in This Episode:

• Connect with Nicola Salmon: 
• Website: nicolasalmon.co.uk
• Instagram: instagram.com/fatpositivefertility
• Join Nicola’s Ko-Fi Community: Support & Resources for Fat Folks TTC: ko-fi.com/fatpositivefertility
• Emma’s Free Training to help you to overcome the obstacles you are facing around having fertility treatment like IVF with a higher BMI. Find out your options here: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass 

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Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

FREE Masterclass!

From Obstacles to Options: How to overcome the fertility challenges you are experiencing at home so that you can get started on a path to parenthood that is right for you and on your terms and fast track growing your family.

You can access the recording of the event via the link below.

https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass 

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop

The end of 2024 is approaching and in this episode Emma discusses when is the right time for you to take your next step, what you might need to do to become unstuck and get out of limbo, maybe you still need to make a decision on whether going abroad is right for you, or perhaps you are figuring out when is the right time to make your next move, now or should you just wait until after Christmas?

Emma also shares news of her Black Friday November offers that are exclusively for her email community.  

To find out more you can join her email list via the link below (copy and paste into your browser if needed).

https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/email-list

Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment? Watch this free masterclass: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass

FREE 15 minute video call - ready to take the next step and want to discuss the services Emma offers at home or abroad?:  calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min

Your IVF abroad planner/journal  - Keep everything organised and in one place and document your journey and feelings along the way. Find out more/buy one here:yourivfabroad.co.uk/shop