# The IVFN: Reproductive health \& wellbeing for everybody > The IVFN is here to provide accessible guidance and resources for every fertility challenge\. Join us and find the support you need\. Generated by Yoast SEO v28.6, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [Sustainability policy](https://www.theivfn.com/sustainability-policy/) - [Employer](https://www.theivfn.com/employer/) - [Bates Wells Booking](https://www.theivfn.com/bateswells-booking/) - [The IVFN Directory](https://www.theivfn.com/service-providers/) - [Clinic pledge](https://www.theivfn.com/employer/clinic-pledge-2/) ## Posts - [Embryo Grading in IVF: What the Grades Mean for Success Rates](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/embryo-grading-in-ivf-what-the-grades-mean-for-success-rates/) - [Recognising Perimenopause Symptoms: Is This Menopause?](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/recognising-perimenopause-symptoms-is-this-menopause/) - [Basal Body Temperature Tracking for Fertility: What Your BBT Chart Can Tell You and How Tempdrop Makes It Easier](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/basal-body-temperature-tracking-for-fertility-what-your-bbt-chart-can-tell-you-and-how-tempdrop-makes-it-easier/) - [Fertility Superfoods: Fact vs\. Fiction](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/fertility-superfoods-fact-vs-fiction/) - [How to Build an Inclusive Workplace With Family Benefits](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/how-to-build-an-inclusive-workplace-with-family-benefits/) ## Groups - [Consumer](https://www.theivfn.com/plans/consumer/) ## Products - [NFAW 2026 Premium Access](https://www.theivfn.com/register/nfaw26/) - [Premium \- Annually Launch Rate](https://www.theivfn.com/register/premium-annually/) - [Boots Corporate](https://www.theivfn.com/register/boots-corporate/) - [Asda Corporate](https://www.theivfn.com/register/asda-corporate/) - [Femme Health](https://www.theivfn.com/register/femme-health/) ## Events - [Safe Space](https://www.theivfn.com/events/safe-space-26/): This month, we’ll be hearing from a member sharing their personal experience of navigating celebrations, holidays, and special occasions while on a fertility journey\. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to manage difficult emotions, handle questions from family and friends, set healthy boundaries, and find moments of joy during times that can often feel particularly challenging\. We’ll also discuss self\-care strategies and the importance of giving yourself permission to approach festivities in a way that feels right for you\. - [Safe Space](https://www.theivfn.com/events/safe-space-25/): This month, we’ll be focusing on secondary infertility and the unique challenges of trying to grow your family when conception doesn’t happen as expected\. Together, we’ll explore the emotional complexities that can come with balancing gratitude for an existing child while navigating disappointment, uncertainty, and the pressures of fertility treatment or testing\. We’ll also discuss coping strategies, relationships, and the importance of finding support from others who understand this often\-overlooked experience\. - [Ask the Expert](https://www.theivfn.com/events/ask-the-expert-23/): Together, we’ll explore how the reproductive system works, what ‘normal’ can look like across different life stages, and how factors such as hormones, ovarian function, and gynaecological health all play a role\. We’ll also discuss common conditions and symptoms that are often overlooked, and when it may be helpful to seek further investigation or support\. - [Ask the Expert](https://www.theivfn.com/events/ask-the-expert-25/): Together, we’ll discuss common emotional responses to miscarriage, strategies for communicating openly and compassionately, and ways to navigate feelings of guilt, isolation, anger, or helplessness\. We’ll also explore how couples can strengthen their relationship during difficult times, access appropriate support, and prepare for future family\-building decisions if and when they feel ready\. - [Ask the Expert](https://www.theivfn.com/events/ask-the-expert-24/): Together, we’ll explore Hormone Replacement Therapy \(HRT\) in detail including the different types, benefits, risks, and who it may be suitable for as well as non\-HRT approaches such as lifestyle interventions, non\-hormonal medications, and complementary therapies\. We’ll also discuss how to decide which route may be right for you based on your medical history, symptoms, and personal preferences\. ## Broadcasts - [An Introduction to Surrogacy in the UK](https://www.theivfn.com/broadcasts/an-introduction-to-surrogacy-in-the-uk/): We're joined by Carol Gilling\-Smith, consultant and medical director of the Agora Clinic, who walks through what surrogacy is, how gestational and traditional surrogacy differ, and how the surrogacy process works in the UK\. Carol covers the legal framework including HFEA regulation and parental orders, who surrogacy is for, the typical two\-year timeline, counselling requirements, funding challenges, and what to look for when choosing a surrogacy clinic\. - [International Surrogacy](https://www.theivfn.com/broadcasts/international-surrogacy/): We're joined by a panel of experts, who share their insights into approaching international surrogacy, from which countries offer surrogacy to their frameworks, and the financial implications\. Our panel includes Natalie Gamble, Solicitor and Founder of NGA Law, and Founder, Brilliant Beginnings, Michael Johnson\-Ellis, Co\-Founder and Co\-CEO, My Surrogacy Journey, and Richard Westoby, Director of International Business Development, Ivy Fertility, and Head of international patient liaison team, San Diego Fertility Center\. - [Tools and Therapies: CBT, Mindfulness, Journaling](https://www.theivfn.com/broadcasts/tools-and-therapies-cbt-mindfulness-journaling/) - [Stress and performance at work while trying to conceive](https://www.theivfn.com/broadcasts/stress-and-performance-at-work-while-trying-to-conceive/) - [Safe Space: Managing burnout on a fertility journey](https://www.theivfn.com/broadcasts/safe-space-managing-burnout-on-a-fertility-journey/): Our members’ virtual community catch\-up sessions are a Safe Space for members to connect, share stories, ask questions, and gain support from others in The IVFN who truly understand what you’re going through\. ## Service providers - [Annabelle Fish, Women's Health Physiotherapist](https://www.theivfn.com/service-provider/annabelle-fish-womens-health-physio/): Free 15 minute mini consultation as an IVFN premium member - [The IVFN Fertility Nursing team](https://www.theivfn.com/service-provider/the-ivfn-fertility-nursing-team/): Free nursing consultation for IVFN premium members - [Saff Mitten, Counsellor and Psychotherapist and Founder at Saff Mitten Therapy](https://www.theivfn.com/service-provider/saff-mitten-counsellor-and-psychotherapist-and-founder-at-saff-mitten-therapy/): Free 15 minute consultation for IVFN premium members - [The Evewell, Fertility and Gynaecology clinic](https://www.theivfn.com/service-provider/the-evewell-fertility-and-gynaecology-clinic/): Free 15 minute mini consultation as an IVFN premium member - [Linda Gillham, Senior accredited Fertility Counsellor](https://www.theivfn.com/service-provider/linda-gillham-counselling/): Free 15 minute mini consultation for IVFN premium members ## Popup Themes - [Default Theme](https://www.theivfn.com/?post_type=popup_theme&p=4206) ## Categories - [Female](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/category/female-fertility/) - [Reproductive health](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/category/reproductive-health/) - [Mental health / Stress management](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/category/mental-health-stress-management/) - [Wellbeing](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/category/wellbeing/) - [IVF](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/category/ivf/) ## Tags - [Premium](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/tag/premium/) - [Safe Space](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/tag/safe-space/) ## Hub Filters - [Female](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/hub-filter/female/) - [LGBTQ\+](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/hub-filter/lgbtq/) - [Male](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/hub-filter/male/) - [Corporate](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/hub-filter/corporate/) ## Specialisms - [IVF](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/specialism/ivf/) - [Male fertility](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/specialism/male-fertility/) - [Egg donation](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/specialism/egg-donation/) - [PCOS](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/specialism/pcos/) - [Sperm donation](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/specialism/sperm-donation/) ## Support types - [Guidance and support](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/support-type/guidance-and-support/) - [Reproductive health](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/support-type/reproductive-health/) - [Fertility treatment](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/support-type/fertility-treatment/) - [Male fertility](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/support-type/male-fertility/) - [Andrology care](https://www.theivfn.com/blog/support-type/andrology-care/) ## Categories - [Corporate](https://www.theivfn.com/?mepr-product-category=corporate) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://www.theivfn.com/sitemap_index.xml)