IVF abroad: TTC and infertility for those considering conceiving abroad

Emma Haslam
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Trying to conceive (TTC) and navigating fertility testing and treatment like IVF can be a long complicated conception rollercoaster - especially when navigating infertility challenges like high BMI, Low AMH, PCOS, Endometriosis, secondary infertility,  Unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarrage, baby loss, or being part of the LGBTQI+ community. Struggling with infertility and access to fertility treatment in your home country? Feeling frustrated by the lack of options, long waiting lists, NHS/state funded constraints, BMI restrictions, not getting answers, multiple failed IVF cycles, the high cost of private fertility treatment and at best average customer service?  My friend, you're not alone.   But what if there is another way?  Welcome to IVF abroad, the podcast designed to support, inform, and empower you on your journey to parenthood - wherever that path may lead.  I'm Emma Haslam, Founder of Your IVF abroad - the UK’s only independent reproductive agency. I am a  fellow fertility warrior and now Mama of one thanks to fertility treatment abroad. With my experience of helping hundreds of people worldwide since 2019 I will help you to understand and explore fertility options abroad in mainland Europe, like IVF, IUI, egg freezing, egg donation, sperm donation and double donation - making fertility treatment abroad safe, ethical, more affordable, accessible and a stress-reduced experience. Each week, I'll share expert insights, guest interviews, personal stories, and practical tips on topics like: Pros and cons of conceiving abroad IVF and other fertility treatments - what you need to knowNavigating donor conception with confidence How to save money on fertility treatments (and beyond!) Real-life experiences from others who've successfully conceived abroadExpert tips and guidance from professionals in the industryHonest conversations about the realities of infertilityTips, guidance, and real talk about all things related to infertility and trying to conceiveConsidering having fertility treatment like IVF,  donation, or advanced testing abroad in mainland Europe?  Or are you curious about how things work abroad and want to learn more? Either way, if you're looking for options on your fertility journey that are faster, more affordable, accessible and on your terms and timescales, then you are in the right place.  Here you will get honest advice from someone who TRULY gets it and learn how to get over the obstacles you are currently facing such as overwhelming high costs, the pressure of the ticking clock and being stuck in limbo. You want options, answers and you know that you deserve better. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode and I'll show everything I know about making your dream of parenthood a reality -  without the barriers and on your terms, timescales and without regrets! Love Emma x Emma Haslam is a fertility warrior, speaker, writer, campaigner, and resident fertility treatment abroad expert who has been featured in books, fertility apps, the press, radio, and podcasts. Her mission? To make fertility treatment more affordable, accessible, transparent, and supported for everyone. For more free resources, expert guidance and ways to work with Emma be sure to check out the show notes!

  1. 22H AGO

    The Hidden Costs of Fertility Treatment in the UK (That No One Warns You About)

    When it comes to fertility care in the UK and other countries like the USA most people only think about the financial cost. But the real 'hidden costs' go far beyond money. In this episode, I break down the biggest obstacles people face, from long NHS and private delays to limited choice in clinics and egg donation options. I also discuss the emotional and time costs that aren’t talked about and how understanding these hidden factors can help you make informed decisions and feel more confident in your journey. In this episode, you’ll learn: How time and delays in both NHS and private care impact your fertility journeyThe limitations of fertility treatment options in the UK, including egg donation shortagesWhy lack of choice can affect your chances of success and your peace of mindYour next step:  If you’re considering fertility treatment abroad, want to work out if it's right for you, or want a clearer path through the confusion, I’ve created a free training that walks you step-by-step through the process. Save yourself time, stress, and frustration! Free Training: https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/YourivfabroadWant 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    18 min

  2. OCT 28

    Is fertility treatment abroad right for you?

    In this encore episode Emma explores if fertility testing and/or abroad could be right for you and who may need to give this more consideration and why. May contain swearing. Download Emma's free checklist for more help to decide if fertility testing and/or treatment abroad could be right for you. www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/whoisivfabroadfor 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    12 min

  3. OCT 21

    Could this be delaying you getting pregnant?

    You've been doing everything right, but you feel stuck on your fertility journey and nothing is happening, or not quickly enough. Sometimes, what’s keeping you from moving forward isn’t medical at all. It’s fear. Or it’s about clarity - not knowing what step to take next, or feeling paralysed by too many options. In this solo episode, Emma talks about: ✨ The two main reasons people get stuck on their fertility journey ✨ Why staying still often feels safer than taking the next step (and how that can quietly cost you time and hope) ✨ How to recognise what kind of “stuck” you’re in — and how to get unstuck ✨ Practical ways to start moving forward again, with more confidence and less overwhelm If you’ve been feeling like you’re losing time, direction, or faith in what to do next, this episode will help you reconnect to hope — and remind you that it’s not too late, you just need a plan. Because you can’t think your way out of stuckness you have to plan your way out of it. Listen now to feel clearer, calmer, and ready to take the next step in your fertility journey. If you need help to plan your next steps please contact Emma on hello@yourivfabroad.co.uk to find out more about the services she offers. If you would like to watch the free training Emma mentioned then you can grab that link 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    17 min

  4. OCT 14

    Breaking the Silence with Shaun Greenaway from Knackered Knackers: A Dad’s Honest Story of Male Factor Infertility, Azoospermia and Sperm Donation

    Male factor infertility is far more common than most people realise yet it’s still surrounded by silence, stigma, shame and lack of representation. In this powerful and emotional episode, I’m joined by Shaun Greenaway, a dad of twins through donor sperm IVF, who’s now using his story to raise awareness and support others going through similar experiences. Shaun Greenaway is a male fertility advocate and co-founder of NeXYs Fertility. After being diagnosed with azoospermia, he experienced first-hand the silence and stigma surrounding male infertility. Now a proud father to donor-conceived twins, Shaun shares his journey through @Knackered_Knackers, using honesty and humour to break the taboo and support others navigating similar paths. He also co-hosts The Male Fertility Podcast, listened to worldwide, and leads NeXYs Fertility - a platform transforming how men access fertility support. By combining a strong peer-to-peer community with expert-led guidance alongside it, Shaun is helping to ensure no man faces infertility alone or uninformed again. Together, we dive deep into his journey to becoming a Father, what it’s really like to face male factor infertility -the shock of diagnosis, the emotional impact, how it affects identity and relationships, and what it means to build a family through donor conception. We also explore the lack of support for men navigating infertility, why the conversation needs to change, and how Shaun is now helping others through his advocacy work and male infertility support groups. This episode is raw, honest, and full of hope - a must-listen for anyone affected by infertility, whether directly or as a partner. We talk about: ✨ The moment Shaun and his partner discovered they were facing male factor infertility ✨ The emotional impact of diagnosis and the lack of support for men ✨ How they made the decision to use donor sperm for IVF and what that process was really like ✨ The importance of communication and navigating infertility as a couple ✨ Turning pain into purpose Shaun's journey into advocacy and running male infertility support groups ✨ How to talk about donor conception and support men’s mental health in fertility spaces Why you need to listen: If you’ve ever felt isolated or unseen in your fertility journey, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone. Male infertility isn’t a reflection of worth or masculinity and breaking the silence is how we begin to change the culture around it. Connect with Shaun: 📲 Instagram: @knackered_knackers and @nexysfertility 🌐 Website: www.nexysfertility.com 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    1h 21m

  5. OCT 7

    Fertility Nutrition With Nutritionist Melanie Brown: Why it's important and what you can do to support egg and sperm health when ttc or preparing for IVF

    Eating for Success: When it comes to IVF and fertility treatment, most of the focus is on the medical side - tests, clinics, and protocols. But what you eat and how you nourish your body can play a huge role too, both for men and women.n In this episode, I’m joined by Melanie Brown, a registered nutritionist who specialises in fertility and helping people prepare their bodies for pregnancy through natural conception or assisted reproduction like IVF. Together, we’re breaking down what really matters when it comes to nutrition and where you can make realistic, small changes to support egg/sperm health. We talk about: ✨ How and what foods can support egg and sperm quality, hormone balance, assisted reproduction, birth and beyond ✨ Supplements - what you really need and what brands you can rely on ✨ Simple, realistic changes through food that make a difference (even on a budget) ✨ Tools you can use to help implement changes (even if you're busy) ✨How to advocate for yourself and what questions to ask a clinic and yourself after multiple failed cycles of IVF ✨New exciting test available for male factor infertility Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally, preparing for your first IVF cycle or you’ve been through several already, this conversation will give you practical tools and reassurance to help you feel more confident about your next steps. Because fertility isn’t just about medication and a clinic - it’s about your whole self, and nourishing your body is one of the most empowering things you can do to support the process and to take back some control. Connect with Melanie Brown: Instagram: @melaniebrownnutritionist Website: melaniebrownnutrition.com To grab a copy of Melanie's shopping list, example meal plan and meal planning template please contact Melanie on Instagram via DM. Medichecks affiliate link https://medichecks.sjv.io/5bBBZL 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    58 min

  6. SEP 30

    Cost savings of going abroad for IVF

    Ever looked at the price of IVF in your home country and thought how on earth can I/we afford this? You're not alone.  That's why cost is one of the biggest reasons people first consider going abroad.  In this popular encore episode of the IVF abroad podcast I dig into the numbers home and away and why going abroad can stretch budgets further in order to change everything, just like it did for us. To find out more about how having fertility treatment abroad works visit the shownotes below to find links to my free resources and how to find out more about my services. 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    23 min

  7. SEP 23

    Inside the Conceive Abroad Course - waitlist doors open tomorrow with discount!

    Inside The Conceive Abroad Course: Your Step-by-Step Plan for IVF Abroad Shownotes: Thinking about going abroad for fertility treatment but don’t know where to start? Maybe you are undecided about going abroad and want more knowledge to make the right decision? Or maybe you have decided but want to do things properly, make informed decisions and to give yourself the best chances of success and without regrets!  In this episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek inside The Conceive Abroad Course - my step-by-step roadmap for planning IVF abroad safely, confidently and calmly, without undue stress, wasted time, or costly mistakes. ✨ The waitlist opens tomorrow — last chance to join! https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/the-conceive-abroad-course-waitlist When you join you will get the full details, early instant access, bonuses and save £100 if you buy the course. 👉 Join here with no obligation and to get £100 off + bonuses:  https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/the-conceive-abroad-course-waitlist If you are not listening to this episode in real time and miss this offer, don't worry the course will still be available until the end of September 2025 and you can buy it via this link.  https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/the-conceive-abroad-course- If you are listening after this after the end of September 2025 and are interested the next time doors open then be sure to add your name to the waitlist. https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/the-conceive-abroad-course-waitlist 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

    21 min

  8. SEP 16

    Lessons I've learned (and wish I had known) before having fertility treatment abroad

    Lessons I’ve Learned (and Wish I Knew) Before Having Fertility Treatment Abroad Show Notes: If you’re considering IVF or fertility treatment abroad, you might be feeling excited about the possibilities - but also overwhelmed by all the unknowns. I get it, because I’ve been there myself. In this episode, I’m sharing the key lessons I’ve learned through my own journey with fertility treatment abroad (as well as from guiding hundreds of others). These are the things I wish I’d known before I started — the truths that could have saved me so much time, money, and stress. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: Why waiting until you’re “desperate” to look abroad could cost you dearly.How to see through glossy clinic websites and actually find the right fit.The logistics no one talks about - and why they matter as much as the treatment itself.The importance of proper support (and what happens if you don’t have it).Why clarity and a step-by-step plan change everything.✨ Whether you’re just beginning to explore going abroad, or you’ve already been through treatment and feel stuck, these lessons will help you move forward with more confidence and less overwhelm. And if you want the full roadmap, tools, and resources to do this properly? That’s exactly why I created The Conceive Abroad Course. It’s currently on waitlist, and when you join now you’ll save £100 when doors open and get the full information on the course with no obligation. 👉 www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/the-conceive-abroad-course-wait-list-confirmation 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: calendly.com/yourivfabroad/15min FREE Online fertility pharmacy introduction - Need an introduction to a specialist pharmacist for a no obligation quote for all your fertility medication at competitive rates and delivered globally? yourivfabroad.co.uk/online-fertility-pharmacy-service 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

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Trying to conceive (TTC) and navigating fertility testing and treatment like IVF can be a long complicated conception rollercoaster - especially when navigating infertility challenges like high BMI, Low AMH, PCOS, Endometriosis, secondary infertility,  Unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarrage, baby loss, or being part of the LGBTQI+ community. Struggling with infertility and access to fertility treatment in your home country? Feeling frustrated by the lack of options, long waiting lists, NHS/state funded constraints, BMI restrictions, not getting answers, multiple failed IVF cycles, the high cost of private fertility treatment and at best average customer service?  My friend, you're not alone.   But what if there is another way?  Welcome to IVF abroad, the podcast designed to support, inform, and empower you on your journey to parenthood - wherever that path may lead.  I'm Emma Haslam, Founder of Your IVF abroad - the UK’s only independent reproductive agency. I am a  fellow fertility warrior and now Mama of one thanks to fertility treatment abroad. With my experience of helping hundreds of people worldwide since 2019 I will help you to understand and explore fertility options abroad in mainland Europe, like IVF, IUI, egg freezing, egg donation, sperm donation and double donation - making fertility treatment abroad safe, ethical, more affordable, accessible and a stress-reduced experience. Each week, I'll share expert insights, guest interviews, personal stories, and practical tips on topics like: Pros and cons of conceiving abroad IVF and other fertility treatments - what you need to knowNavigating donor conception with confidence How to save money on fertility treatments (and beyond!) Real-life experiences from others who've successfully conceived abroadExpert tips and guidance from professionals in the industryHonest conversations about the realities of infertilityTips, guidance, and real talk about all things related to infertility and trying to conceiveConsidering having fertility treatment like IVF,  donation, or advanced testing abroad in mainland Europe?  Or are you curious about how things work abroad and want to learn more? Either way, if you're looking for options on your fertility journey that are faster, more affordable, accessible and on your terms and timescales, then you are in the right place.  Here you will get honest advice from someone who TRULY gets it and learn how to get over the obstacles you are currently facing such as overwhelming high costs, the pressure of the ticking clock and being stuck in limbo. You want options, answers and you know that you deserve better. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode and I'll show everything I know about making your dream of parenthood a reality -  without the barriers and on your terms, timescales and without regrets! Love Emma x Emma Haslam is a fertility warrior, speaker, writer, campaigner, and resident fertility treatment abroad expert who has been featured in books, fertility apps, the press, radio, and podcasts. Her mission? To make fertility treatment more affordable, accessible, transparent, and supported for everyone. For more free resources, expert guidance and ways to work with Emma be sure to check out the show notes!

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