May 4th 2024.
Emma and her husband had been struggling to conceive a child naturally for years. After seeking medical help, they were told that they had fertility issues and would need to undergo IVF treatment. However, their chances of success were only 3-5%, and they were also facing obstacles in the form of NHS eligibility requirements.
Emma, who was 43 at the time, was told that her BMI was too high for her to qualify for IVF through the NHS. Feeling disheartened and frustrated with the system, Emma and her husband made the decision to take matters into their own hands and fly to the Czech Republic for treatment.
In 2015, Emma had initially gone to her GP for help with conceiving, but it was later discovered that she was peri-menopausal, meaning her body was transitioning to menopause. Along with her husband's low motility and concentration, their fertility struggles were attributed to these factors.
Desperate to become parents, Emma and her husband worked hard to lose weight and lower their BMI in order to qualify for one round of IVF through the NHS. However, their efforts were in vain as the eligibility requirements changed before they could begin the treatment.
Feeling like their time had been wasted, Emma and her husband made the difficult decision to save up for private IVF treatment. However, after consulting with clinics in the UK, they realized the high cost and decided to look into treatment abroad.
The couple found that the BMI limits were more flexible in other countries, and they ultimately traveled to the Czech Republic for their treatment. The price difference was significant, and they were also offered a guarantee for multiple rounds of treatment.
After three rounds of IVF, Emma became pregnant with twins, but unfortunately lost one of the babies. She did, however, give birth to a healthy baby boy in 2018. Looking back on their journey, Emma feels grateful for their decision to seek treatment abroad, as they wouldn't have their son if they had relied on one expensive round of IVF in the UK.
Since giving birth, Emma has used her experience to help others going through similar struggles. She offers guidance and support through her own business, and even has a podcast to reach a wider audience. While their journey to parenthood was difficult and costly, Emma and her husband now have a beautiful son and have found a way to help others in similar situations.
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