All about fertility

As many as one in seven couples experiences difficulties conceiving. But how long should you wait before seeking help? And what tests and treatments are available to help you have a baby?

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In this section

Boost your fertility
How to enhance your chances of getting pregnant

When to seek help
How long should you wait before seeing a doctor?

Tests and investigations
The blood tests and scans used to diagnose fertility problems

Who can have treatment?
NHS and private clinics have rules about who they'll treat

Preparing for treatments
What to expect on your first appointment at the fertility clinic

Support to see you through
The people who can help you through the ups and downs

Fertility treatments
A guide to the most common treatments, including IVF

Donation and surrogacy
Your options if you can't use your own eggs or sperm

Moving on
Coming to terms with unsuccessful fertility treatments

Glossary
An explanation of some of the medical terms used on this site

Also in Fertility

Is access fair?

Useful contacts

Interviews with the experts

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