We are discussing IVF Adds Ons this week with James Nicopoullos, clinical director at The Lister Fertility Clinic.

We discusses the complexities and controversies surrounding IVF add-ons and how difficult it can to make decisions about whether to use or not alongside IVF treatments.

We discuss:

• why IVF add-ons are optional extras that may not be necessary.

• How the HFEA's traffic light system categorizes treatments based on evidence.

• How not all add-ons are supported by strong evidence.

• Why individual circumstances dictate the need for specific add-ons.

• Why Sperm DNA testing is crucial for unexplained infertility cases.

• Why patients should be informed about the pros and cons of add-ons.
• Why communication between patients and clinics is essential.

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For more information on Add Ons please see the HFEA website.

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I am joined by Dr Lynne Chapman from LCRH. We are discussing the process of IVF and the advantages and disadvantages of the extra testing and investigations available alongside treatment. Lynne shares her insight into her approach to IVF and how to optimise a cycle for the best possible outcome.

We discuss:

• how fertility challenges can be deeply personal and complex.

• how IVF success rates can vary significantly based on individual circumstances.

• why genetic testing plays a crucial role in optimising IVF outcomes.

• why understanding both male and female factors is essential in fertility treatments.

• how proactive measures in fertility can sometimes lead to unnecessary stress.

• how egg quality declines with age, impacting fertility success rates.

• how healthy lifestyle choices can positively influence fertility outcomes.

• why tailored approaches to treatment are more effective than one-size-fits-all solutions.

*** Fertility Nutritionist, Kirsty Harrison and I will be running a free "Optimise Your Egg Quality" workshop on Monday 17th March at 7. To join us live or get the replay ⁠⁠register here.⁠⁠ ***

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I am with Jenny Wordsworth, CEO and founder of Ovum this week.

Ovum is a female led company dedicated to improving the fertility journey for women. Jenny shares her personal experiences with trying to conceive, the challenges faced in the fertility market, and how Ovum's products are scientifically led.

The conversation covers the importance of research in women's health, the role of supplements in improving egg quality, and innovative approaches to pregnancy testing that prioritise emotional support and sustainability.

We discuss:

• why Jenny founded Ovum after feeling vulnerable while trying to conceive.

• how the fertility market often takes advantage of vulnerable individuals.

• how improving egg quality is a key focus of Ovum's supplements.

• how IVF clinics are increasingly recommending Ovum's products.

• Ovum's pregnancy tests and support around this.

*** Fertility Nutritionist Kirsty and I will be running a free "Optimise Your Egg Quality" workshop on Monday 17th March at 7. To join us live or get the replay ⁠register here.⁠ ***

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