Latest articles August 16, 2018 Bourn Hall Staff Summer Party Bourn Hall staff held a 1970's themed party to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of... August 6, 2018 He survived cancer now his IVF baby meets first ‘Test-Tube Baby’ Louise Brown Fertility preservation ahead of cancer treatment results in successful IVF and a meeting with... August 1, 2018 Unlimited IVF treatment programme launched - £500 discount for Wickford patients New IVF programme offers unlimited cycles for 2 years July 25, 2018 Video "We've come a long way" - Bourn Hall Clinic (IVF is 40) A short video celebrating 40 years of IVF at Bourn Hall Fertility Clinic, looking... July 25, 2018 Louise Brown celebrates her 40th birthday at Bourn Hall Louise Brown, world’s first IVF baby, celebrates her 40th birthday with Bourn Hall Babies. July 22, 2018 The story of IVF: 6 million babies later celebrated at Science Museum The work of IVF pioneers celebrated in Science Museum exhibition July 21, 2018 Jean Purdy IVF pioneer celebrated with memorial service Celebrating the life and work of Jean Purdy July 20, 2018 Louise Brown celebrates the life of Jean Purdy with her living legacy Louise Brown marked the 40th Anniversary of IVF by remembering Jean Purdy at Bourn... July 20, 2018 IVF is 40 in 2018 - the treatment continues to improve Jean Purdy worked with Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards from 1968, and after their... July 5, 2018 IVF is 40: 2014: EEVA video monitoring of embryos introduced The Early Embryo Viability Assessment (EEVA) helps embryologists select those embryos with the highest... July 4, 2018 IVF is 40: 2013: The first frozen egg baby is born Bourn Hall pioneered sperm freezing which, along with embryo freezing, is a well-established technique.... July 3, 2018 IVF is 40: 2002: Egg sharing In 2002, Bourn Hall was the first IVF clinic to introduce an egg-sharing programme. July 2, 2018 IVF is 40: 1995: Breakthrough ICSI treatment In 1995, Bourn Hall’s first ‘ICSI’ baby heralded a breakthrough in the treatment of... July 1, 2018 IVF is 40: 1985: The First Frozen Embryo Baby In the early days, pioneering work at Bourn Hall helped to introduce new IVF... July 1, 2018 IVF is 40: First five-day human embryo created An exhibition has just opened at the Science Museum to celebrate 40 years of... June 30, 2018 Wickford special offer - £500 discount on Access Fertility packages To celebrate the opening of our Wickford clinic we have a special offer. June 28, 2018 Increased support for transgender fertility preservation Freezing sperm or eggs provides options later for starting a family June 25, 2018 Royal Norfolk Show free fertility testing offer Looking to start a family? We are offering a free mini-check stand 79 June 19, 2018 Welcome to our new fertility clinic in Essex Wickford is now open June 17, 2018 Special Father’s Day for man told he would never be a dad A very special Father's Day for one Norfolk man June 7, 2018 International partnership working well for egg donation treatment Regional lead nurse Laura Carter shares the key to Bourn Hall's success June 6, 2018 Dr Kay Elder - 'A life in Glass' Dr Kay Elder is to talk at the Cheltenham Science Festival May 30, 2018 Nurses Rosie and Margaret 'retire' after 30 years After 30 years service Fertility nurses Rosie and Margaret will be greatly missed May 24, 2018 Meet our new Wickford family Wickford is now open May 16, 2018 Bringing to light the hidden pain of secondary infertility Secondary infertility is little understood because it is still cloaked in guilt May 8, 2018 Welcome to Wickford - half price fertility check-up To celebrate the opening of our new full service fertility clinic at Wickford, we... May 5, 2018 One Norfolk Bourn Hall baby born every three days Our Wymondham Clinic has 500 special reasons to celebrate May 3, 2018 Free consultation with a Bourn Hall fertility nurse specialist Free fertility advice from an expert. April 26, 2018 Bourn Hall Wickford to pioneer new approach to fertility and wellbeing New purpose-built full-service clinic to open its doors to patients. April 25, 2018 Twins take centre stage with their dads at Bourn Hall Gary and his husband Matt returned to Bourn Hall with their twins to meet... April 18, 2018 "Don't tell me to relax" We're not saying ‘relax and it will happen’ but relaxation can help you cope. April 11, 2018 Bourn Hall patient Tanya beats cancer and prepares to run in the London Marathon Tanya is raising money for the Teenage Cancer Trust after an emotional and physical... April 4, 2018 Bourn Hall Wickford - free consultation offer Free mini consultation with fertility nurse specialist to celebrate Wickford opening soon March 23, 2018 Jo Sharman running the London Marathon Our fertility nurse specialist Jo Sharman is running the London Marathon March 20, 2018 Support for your fertility journey Fertility treatment is a significant emotional journey and can impact your relationships. March 16, 2018 FET baby is a miracle on so many levels He was the only 1 to survive the thaw! read Toni's guest blog March 15, 2018 Don’t wait seven months for NHS fertility tests Younger people have more options don't wait for NHS fertility tests March 13, 2018 Consultation with a Bourn Hall Fertility Nurse Specialist If you are concerned about your fertility get some expert advice. March 8, 2018 Why does everyone else find it easy to get pregnant? You don’t know everyone’s story - your colleague might have been trying for years. March 2, 2018 Mum with ‘invisible’ condition offers hope to others on Mother’s Day Paula suffered an early miscarriage and then discovered a link between endometriosis and infertility March 1, 2018 Endometriosis UK says surgical treatment of endometriosis improves fertility and helps pain According to Endometriosis UK fertility can be improved with operative laparoscopy March 1, 2018 Rising Festival: When is the right time to have a baby? Most women will ask themselves this question, good fertility advice can help. February 27, 2018 How do you choose an embryo for IVF? Embryo grading is a skilled job and benefits from experience February 26, 2018 Improving IVF success for women with BMI of 25-30 New evidence suggests these women have an equivalent chance of success with a specific... February 16, 2018 Icelandic couple's emotional journey 30 years after IVF with frozen embryos Nina had two daughters after she and husband Kristian were among the first to... February 13, 2018 Major causes of female infertility For many causes of female infertility there may be no symptoms other than a... February 5, 2018 Overcoming recurrent miscarriage with PGS, new chromosome screening service launched Pre-implantation Genetic Screening or PGS can detect chromosome mistakes in an embryo, a common cause... January 8, 2018 NHS IVF treatment may still be available for some Cambridge patients Referred by your Cambridgeshire GP for fertility testing before 6th September 2017? January 4, 2018 IVF in Essex - HFEA website puts Bourn Hall ahead Looking for IVF in Essex? The HFEA website puts Bourn Hall top for its... January 2, 2018 Could a New Year’s resolution to eat healthily boost your sperm count? Eating healthily is recommended, but can diet really effect your sperm count? December 24, 2017 Day 12: A Christmas Stocking miracle in Colchester Rocco Stocking was a dream come true when he was born on Christmas Day... December 23, 2017 Day 11: Be in the present Always thinking about what has been or anticipating what is to come can be... December 22, 2017 Day 10: Take care of yourself Self-compassion is a good way to protect against depression. December 20, 2017 Day 9: Men-only fertility forums found useful according to new research Getting access to factual information is a key benefit December 19, 2017 Anne will be missed by her Bourn Hall family Anne was given a warm send off by her friends December 19, 2017 Day 8: Coping with friends getting pregnant when you’re not Your work colleague might have been trying for years to conceive. December 18, 2017 Day 7: "Don't tell me to relax" Practice these techniques to help you cope under pressure. December 16, 2017 Day 6: Writing through crisis Many people find writing helps to channel anxiety positively. December 16, 2017 Day 5: Make your own traditions Big family get-togethers can trigger painful and conflicting emotions. December 15, 2017 Day 4: Take a deep breath to carry on Learning to breathe deeply can help you to keep calm December 15, 2017 Fertility Blog to help you with your journey Our Fertility Blog will keep you up to date with news, views, opinions and... December 14, 2017 Day 3: Support for the journey Fertility treatment is a significant emotional journey and can impact your relationships. December 13, 2017 Day 2: “We are working on it” My husband would answer, “We’re working on it,” which politely limited potential follow-up. December 12, 2017 Day 1: Taking and setting your emotional blood pressure There are ways to balance your emotional blood pressure November 28, 2017 Wickford at Christmas extra special for couple after 6 year wait Wickford At Christmas extra special for couple who have waited six years to celebrate November 27, 2017 I felt guilty all the time – a male perspective on IVF treatment "I felt guilty all the time," says Karl. November 17, 2017 Wickford at Christmas With the success of our small satellite clinic and work progressing well on our... November 3, 2017 Struggling to conceive - hit the gym and carry on! Kate's advice is to “focus on looking after your mind and body.” October 30, 2017 How to boost male fertility naturally Some easy diet and lifestyle changes could increase your chance of conceiving. October 24, 2017 Reflexology for fertility We live in a fast paced age and sometimes nature's natural rhythm moves at... October 17, 2017 New HFEA website makes comparing Cambridge IVF clinics easier The HFEA website makes it easier to put success rates into context. October 17, 2017 Adopting a new approach to the future It came as a surprise to Emma-Jayne that in five years of trying she... September 27, 2017 Male factor (in) fertility - guest blog from Michael Close My only regret is not having good information earlier. September 20, 2017 Bourn Hall responds to NHS cuts to IVF in Essex There are concerns that other types of fertility treatment and testing are also being... September 14, 2017 Recipes to help overcome PCOS and improve fertility In her guest blog nutritionist Amy Huggins provides some great recipes to help overcome... September 5, 2017 NHS IVF funding in the East of England NHS IVF funding is a complicated story - our map should help clarify it... September 5, 2017 Why can't I get pregnant? 6 common reasons Six common reasons for infertility August 24, 2017 Southend IVF funding has made the world of difference Without funding from Southend NHS Sarah and Phil would not have their baby Emma. August 16, 2017 Could making some simple lifestyle changes be the key to unlocking your fertility? Boost your fertility with these tips. August 8, 2017 Male infertility advice, take care who you share with Speaking about cuts to NHS IVF funding helped Richard Clothier to talk about infertility. July 17, 2017 IVF is so expensive! With a refund package or payment installments, Access Fertility is helping to make it... July 6, 2017 "NHS-funded fertility treatment has been truly life-changing" Guest blog from Ellie Crane, a recent patient at Bourn Hall and campaigner to... June 27, 2017 Endometriosis guidelines to be updated Between 2 and 10% of women have endometriosis. June 19, 2017 Becoming a trans man and preserving fertility Keeping his options open for children was a challenge Leo tackled in BBC3 documentary. June 9, 2017 Family dream comes true for Emily and Debbie thanks to donor sperm "It was important to us that we used a regulated fertility clinic"... May 26, 2017 Robert Edwards, co-father of IVF, interviewed by Liz O'Donnell, an early Bourn Hall patient Liz O'Donnell, a Bourn Hall patient, talked to Robert Edwards in 2007 about his... May 24, 2017 Adoption after unsuccessful IVF Counselling can help you move on after unsuccessful IVF May 24, 2017 Surrogacy helped Amanda have her own child after cancer Surrogacy might be an option if it is not possible for your to carry... May 24, 2017 Choosing to become a single mum with IVF If you waiting for 'Mr Right' isn't an option then a sperm donor might... May 24, 2017 Having a baby through IVF surrogacy Surrogacy may be appropriate if you have a medical condition that makes it impossible... May 24, 2017 When to tell your child about their biological origins When or if to tell your child they were created through donated eggs, sperm,... May 24, 2017 Explore different pathways to parenthood Fertility treatments with donor eggs and sperm, adoption and fostering - talk to experts... May 23, 2017 Why me? Infertility and the stubborn Yorkshireman I am honoured to come back to where my family started and to share... May 22, 2017 Fertility nurse takes on 100 mile Cotswold Way Challenge for Arthritis UK Our intrepid fertility nurse specialist Rowena Haslett Fossey did London2Cambridge last year. May 16, 2017 Can re-freezing embryos lead to successful outcomes? Are re-frozen and thawed embryos viable? May 4, 2017 Egg sharing for free IVF can be a win-win Egg sharing or sperm donation can make IVF treatment more accessible. April 18, 2017 #WeAreFamily @Bourn Hall and all are welcome Family is at the heart of everything we do at Bourn Hall #wearefamily April 10, 2017 RCN guide to fertility preservation for medical and non-medical reasons launched RCN guide to fertility preservation gives advice to nurses about the freezing of eggs... March 30, 2017 Couple become mums with help from Bourn Hall’s sperm bank Lack of sperm isn't the only reason same-sex female couples may have fertility issues. March 30, 2017 IVF success rates improved with 5 day blastocyst transfer IVF success rates have improved over recent years and the increased use of blastocyst... March 29, 2017 Why can't I get pregnant? Get good advice at Fertility Roadshow If you are asking ‘Why can’t I get pregnant?' the good news is that... March 27, 2017 For the first time I felt that pang of disappointment that I wasn't falling... Amy Brook gives her perspective on the fertility journey. March 24, 2017 The only way is Wickford for these mums on Mother's Day Celebrating Mother's Day following successful treatment at Bourn Hall Wickford. We caught up with some... March 22, 2017 IVF over 40: transparency and different advice needed Over 35 the chance of having a baby with your own eggs declines rapidly March 7, 2017 First frozen embryo baby home from the cold Our first ‘ice baby’ successfully crossed Antarctica to raise money for charity February 13, 2017 Sarah Pallett discusses plans for Wickford Clinic “The new Wickford clinic is going to be very special,” says Sarah Pallett February 10, 2017 Work begins on Bourn Hall’s purpose-built full service clinic in Wickford Diggers are moving in to start work on a new clinic in Wickford. January 26, 2017 Test-tube baby goes back to where it began 'Bourn Hall baby' Ian Drake filmed an interview for his film course. January 5, 2017 Lower dose and higher IVF success from use of AMH test Tailoring treatment according to AMH levels could maintain success rates and reduce medication. January 5, 2017 Fertility preservation ahead of gender reassignment Fertility preservation ahead of gender reassignment requires the support of a multi-disciplinary teams where... January 5, 2017 Male fertility impacted by SSRIs prescribed for depression There is evidence that SSRIs create temporary damage to sperm DNA. December 23, 2016 First Christmas with twins after five years and three miscarriages After three miscarriages, twins bring a joyful first family Christmas. December 21, 2016 Happy Christmas with a little help from my friends “Our IVF boys celebrating their 2nd Christmas together today with an extra addition! Could... December 20, 2016 Sylvia and Roger fond farewell We have said a fond farewell to two popular members of staff who have retired... December 15, 2016 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG presented with misinformation to justify the cruellest cut Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG has opened a consultation on cutting IVF funding for the... December 9, 2016 Baby, look at you now! Bourn Hall baby Becca's wedding was a particularly emotional for her mother Anne. November 16, 2016 Region’s first Fertility Fayre a great success Fertility Nurse Specialists Rachel Hunter and Leona Crookston “We feel as though we have more... November 10, 2016 I lost 4 stone to reduce BMI for fertility treatment Sabrina was told she would need to lose weight to have fertility treatment. November 4, 2016 #HiddenFaces: Donna lost 2 stone to boost her fertility It was only after trying for a baby for 10 years and losing four... November 2, 2016 Infertility was worse than any physical pain I’ve had It was very isolating. I felt very ashamed of my emotions, which made it... October 31, 2016 Children for Lucy after 10 years brings hope to those with PCOS Lucy was shocked at age 18 to be diagnosed with PCOS, which can cause... October 25, 2016 Common questions men ask about male infertility Mr Oliver Wiseman answers questions about male infertility. October 24, 2016 What happened to my eggs? We were born with over a million eggs, so what on earth happens to... October 11, 2016 ‘Super sperm’ from successful couple inspires IVF ‘gifting’ programme Gifting fertility treatment in exchange for the donation of high-quality sperm October 11, 2016 10 things I would tell my younger self about infertility KK Goldberg shares her experiences and tips for surviving infertility. October 3, 2016 Cystic fibrosis a cause of infertility Tom didn’t know that he was a carrier of cystic fibrosis... September 30, 2016 Too young to be infertile? Five questions to ask your GP We suggest that you explore the following questions together with your GP. September 23, 2016 Photographer of world’s first IVF egg retires Vincent Brown took the first photograph of a human egg fertilised outside the human... September 23, 2016 Sperm bank offers safer option for same-sex couples More female same-sex couples are seeking fertility treatment... September 2, 2016 Long-term struggle overcome with donated sperm Donated sperm can make it possible to be a dad September 1, 2016 Informed patient choice guides treatment options At Bourn Hall 8 out 10 patients will become parents after up to three... August 30, 2016 IMSI improves the odds by selecting the best sperm IMSI helps IVF embryologists select the best sperm as a high proportion of sperm... July 22, 2016 PCOS meant 10 year wait for baby Hospital tests revealed that Toni had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common cause of... July 19, 2016 Jo Jo Row complete the 100km London2Cambridge ultra challenge The team completed the London2Cambridge ultra challenge challenge and Rowena has (after a long... June 24, 2016 Hat trick for Callum thanks to ICSI The recent Fathers’ Day brings home what Callum might have missed. June 15, 2016 How to make a test-tube baby A video about ‘How to make a test tube baby’ has won an international... June 13, 2016 SpermComet provides insight into male infertility Poor sperm quality is a major cause of infertility, yet men are frequently left... May 11, 2016 Pioneering IVF patient returns to Bourn Hall Ann was one of the first patients to be treated at Bourn Hall back... April 12, 2016 Jo Jo Row Your Boat prepare for London2Cambridge In their second blog Rowena highlights the aches and pains the team are currently... March 15, 2016 IVF injection tips and advice from our patients We asked our patients on Facebook for their IVF injection tips and advice March 14, 2016 IVF injection tips Patients are offered a ‘drug teach’ where we talk through the medications and give... March 11, 2016 Sperm and egg donors can ‘gift’ free IVF treatment Eligible family and friends can now ‘gift’ free IVF treatment January 21, 2016 HFEA visits Bourn Hall, “home of IVF” Sally Cheshire and Peter Thompson of the HFEA visited Bourn Hall, the world’s first... January 19, 2016 ‘Jo Jo Row Your Boat’ aim for London2Cambridge Rowena and Jo are Fertility Nurse Specialists at our Cambridge Clinic. They are taking... January 8, 2016 Getting pregnant with polycystic ovarian syndrome Kathleen was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries when she was younger November 16, 2015 Heartbreak of unexplained infertility Unexplained infertility can be hard to deal with. Sharon, whose partner already had a... November 13, 2015 Your adoption questions answered We asked Hugh Thornbery, Chief Executive of Adoption UK, about the process. November 11, 2015 Reflections on adoption after IVF 3/3 Fiona experienced 11 years of infertility and failed IVF before she and her husband... November 10, 2015 Beyond IVF - Fiona's fertility journey 2/3 Fiona continues her story about her infertility story. November 9, 2015 Pain of infertility: Fiona speaks out 1/3 Fiona begins her fertility journey by describing the pain of infertility. November 7, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 1 – Milestones Over the course of National Fertility Awareness Week, Claire Owen shares – through the... November 6, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 2 – From bad to worse Further tests showed that Si had oligospermia, a very low sperm count. November 5, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 3 – A new beginning While Claire and Si were on holiday, they had a call to say their... November 4, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 4 – Mistletoe and Whine Following the Owens’ first IVF failure, the couple was cautious about being too optimistic... November 3, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 5 – Finally, pregnant at last The Owens started their third and final NHS-funded IVF treatment in the summer of... November 2, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 6 – An update Arian Kit Owen was born in May 2014 at Colchester General Hospital. September 23, 2015 Meet our family: “I enjoy everything about my job” – Helen Hutton, Human Resources... “I’m the new starters first point of contact for arranging their first day..." September 23, 2015 Meet our family: “Proud to be part of this special team” – Lizzie Dumbelton,... “Helping patients achieve their dreams makes my job so rewarding...” September 22, 2015 Meet our family: “A job share was the answer for me” – Claire Sparrow,... “Patient Services is a fascinating field to be in...” September 21, 2015 Meet our family: “Flexibility is needed for a range of needs” – Julia Curties,... “I really enjoy working in the hub of the clinic” says Julia Curties, a... August 28, 2015 Fertility test can reveal reasons for infertility Most people don’t know they have a fertility issue until they try to conceive... July 23, 2015 Louise Brown: “My life as the world’s first test-tube baby” – autobiography launched at... Louise reveals the impact that being born a celebrity has had on her life... June 5, 2015 Why some human eggs carry the wrong number of chromosomes This might be the cause of some types of infertility including recurrent miscarriage. June 1, 2015 When is it time to move away from IVF treatment? Pamela Mahoney Tsigdinos talks in her guest blog about her decision and how she... May 15, 2015 Overcoming infertility caused by PCOS To have a baby, Hanna first had to overcome her infertility caused by PCOS. May 1, 2015 IVF after ectopic pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy can cause the fallopian tube to rupture March 18, 2015 I was told at 16 I had PCOS and would never have children Nicola was just 16 she was told that she had PCOS and that she... March 16, 2015 Top security announcement: codename ISO 27001 Bourn Hall Clinic has gained ISO 27001 security accreditation. February 20, 2015 IVF hat trick for cancer survivor Treatment with chemotherapy can affect your fertility, so John was offered the option of... February 3, 2015 Three-parent IVF misleading term The term ‘three-parent’ baby is very misleading according to Bourn Hall Clinic Medical Director... December 12, 2014 Improving fertility for PCOS patients Early diagnosis and treatment could improve fertility and long-term health prospects. November 28, 2014 Egg sharing was a win-win for us and another couple Lucinda and Matthew decided to donate eggs to another couple while they were having... November 19, 2014 Free IVF treatment for egg sharing or sperm donation Free IVF treatment is available for those who choose to egg share or donate... October 31, 2014 Fertility facts, figures and findings How do you know what is 'normal'? October 30, 2014 An ‘IVF single mother’ by choice ‘I have the rest of my life to meet Mr Right, but only a... October 20, 2014 National Fertility Awareness Week 2014 National Fertility Awareness Week aims to highlight ways in which infertility can impact people's... October 16, 2014 Egg freezing for employees Egg freezing is a relatively recent innovation July 25, 2014 Louise Brown is 36, Bourn Hall remembers IVF pioneers Bourn Hall remembers its founders, IVF pioneers Steptoe and Edwards and their legacy June 18, 2014 Zero sperm shock Adam was shocked to find he had zero sperm June 17, 2014 Being without a child excluded us from ‘parent’s club’ “It’s really hard when your friends and family are all having children...” June 12, 2014 Low sperm count? Specialist male fertility treatment at Bourn Hall Low sperm count is not something men want to talk about ... May 28, 2014 IVF in Norfolk: Bourn Hall’s Wymondham team celebrates first arrival Sian and Ryan Chase beamed from ear to ear as they introduced baby daughter... May 9, 2014 IVF in Peterborough: New clinic is Bourn Hall’s little Prince! IVF in Peterborough is now closer to home for people living and working in... March 11, 2014 “Where do babies come from?”: A guest blog by Susan Imrie Some children are very curious to find out more about where they come from Susan... March 7, 2014 Beth Warren case: Posthumous sperm storage The case of Beth Warren and her late husband Warren Brewer has again raised the issue... March 3, 2014 Endometriosis: time to get women talking Endometriosis affects 1.5 million women in the UK and causes the tissue from the... January 30, 2014 IVF in Suffolk: Bourn Hall baby born every 10 hours Reading the experiences of other couples and attending an event helped Andrew and Nicola... January 27, 2014 IVF in Essex: Freddie is first baby boy for Bourn Hall in Wickford Bourn Hall's Wickford Clinic opened in 2013 to provide convenient IVF in Essex January 14, 2014 Alastair MacDonald: The world’s first IVF boy celebrates 35th birthday Alastair's birth in 1979 was the best possible start to the year for his... January 5, 2014 ACE and ICSI treatment for male infertility celebrate 21 years A breakthrough in male infertility treatment came 21 years ago when the first baby... November 7, 2013 What can you do if IVF is unsuccessful? "Patients need to allow themselves time to grieve over the fact that they will... October 28, 2013 Coping with infertility - Vicki Hibbert’s story “There’s only one thing more painful than having a baby…..and that’s not being able... September 5, 2013 What are the IVF waiting times in Cambridge? Bourn Hall offers short IVF waiting times for NHS funded treatment. July 25, 2013 The Bourn Hall Legacy – 35 years of IVF Happy Birthday Louise Brown, the world’s first IVF baby! July 10, 2013 Local families celebrate official opening of first Norfolk IVF clinic Bourn Hall Clinic’s new IVF centre near Norwich, has been welcomed by Infertility Network... June 7, 2013 Top tips for dealing with infertility: A guest blog by Kate Brian Editor of the Journal of Fertility Counselling and author of four books about infertility... April 12, 2013 Tributes to Professor Sir Robert Edwards "Father of IVF" will always be remembered as one of our greatest scientists. March 28, 2013 Want to know more about IVF drugs? IVF drugs play an important role in fertility treatment. March 26, 2013 Pregnancy ultrasound scans at Bourn Hall Clinic for reassurance Unborn babies can be seen in remarkable detail using 3D and 4D ultrasound scans. March 4, 2013 Endometriosis Awareness Week The link between endometriosis and infertility is not well understood. February 28, 2013 Bourn Hall Clinic Wymondham opens its doors Brand-new facility with state-of-the-art equipment will benefit patients across Norfolk February 4, 2013 Good results for ICSI with SpermSlow Good results from a small trial have justified a change in procedure in the... December 12, 2012 Bourn Hall Clinic celebrate ONE THOUSAND babies born as a result of NHS-funded IVF That’s equivalent to one baby a day since May 2009! October 3, 2012 Male Infertility: Micro-TESE offers new hope for men with a low sperm count A new procedure offers hope to men who have no sperm in their ejaculate. August 30, 2012 Fertility, pregnancy and the biological clock If you’re concerned about your biological clock, Dr Mathews has some comforting news. August 13, 2012 Intralipids may offer hope for those affected by repeated IVF failure Patients with recurrent miscarriage have benefited from intralipids. June 20, 2012 Sad Loss Of Lesley Brown – First IVF Mother It is with sadness that we hear that Lesley Brown, the first woman in... June 1, 2012 IVF after cancer: The importance of sperm banking Around one third of men who undergo chemotherapy will be left infertile. May 9, 2012 Australian Study Into Implications of IVF Treatment No significant difference found in the risk between IVF and natural conception. April 5, 2012 Fertility after 35: What happens to our eggs as we age? By the age of 35 about 95% of a woman's eggs have been lost... February 15, 2012 New range of pregnancy scans at Bourn Hall Clinic Colchester Our Colchester clinic is to extend its ultrasound scanning service ... January 19, 2012 Egg Donation After Premature Menopause For women that wish to get pregnant the news of premature menopause can be... Focus on IVF is 40 The world's first IVF clinic is celebrating 40 years... Our new Wickford clinic Our new full service clinic in Wickford... IUI, IVF and ICSI Every patient has a personalised treatment plan Routes to Parenthood Your fertility journey is unique Fertility insights Interesting scientific and medical developments Causes of infertility If you are asking 'why can't I get pregnant?'... International Women's Day An opportunity to review your options Men Talk Male infertility and how men are affected by fertility... Funding for treatment We provide both NHS and self-funded treatment. Coping with Christmas Festive times are milestones that can be difficult for...
August 16, 2018 Bourn Hall Staff Summer Party Bourn Hall staff held a 1970's themed party to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of... August 6, 2018 He survived cancer now his IVF baby meets first ‘Test-Tube Baby’ Louise Brown Fertility preservation ahead of cancer treatment results in successful IVF and a meeting with... August 1, 2018 Unlimited IVF treatment programme launched - £500 discount for Wickford patients New IVF programme offers unlimited cycles for 2 years July 25, 2018 Video "We've come a long way" - Bourn Hall Clinic (IVF is 40) A short video celebrating 40 years of IVF at Bourn Hall Fertility Clinic, looking... July 25, 2018 Louise Brown celebrates her 40th birthday at Bourn Hall Louise Brown, world’s first IVF baby, celebrates her 40th birthday with Bourn Hall Babies. July 22, 2018 The story of IVF: 6 million babies later celebrated at Science Museum The work of IVF pioneers celebrated in Science Museum exhibition July 21, 2018 Jean Purdy IVF pioneer celebrated with memorial service Celebrating the life and work of Jean Purdy July 20, 2018 Louise Brown celebrates the life of Jean Purdy with her living legacy Louise Brown marked the 40th Anniversary of IVF by remembering Jean Purdy at Bourn... July 20, 2018 IVF is 40 in 2018 - the treatment continues to improve Jean Purdy worked with Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards from 1968, and after their... July 5, 2018 IVF is 40: 2014: EEVA video monitoring of embryos introduced The Early Embryo Viability Assessment (EEVA) helps embryologists select those embryos with the highest... July 4, 2018 IVF is 40: 2013: The first frozen egg baby is born Bourn Hall pioneered sperm freezing which, along with embryo freezing, is a well-established technique.... July 3, 2018 IVF is 40: 2002: Egg sharing In 2002, Bourn Hall was the first IVF clinic to introduce an egg-sharing programme. July 2, 2018 IVF is 40: 1995: Breakthrough ICSI treatment In 1995, Bourn Hall’s first ‘ICSI’ baby heralded a breakthrough in the treatment of... July 1, 2018 IVF is 40: 1985: The First Frozen Embryo Baby In the early days, pioneering work at Bourn Hall helped to introduce new IVF... July 1, 2018 IVF is 40: First five-day human embryo created An exhibition has just opened at the Science Museum to celebrate 40 years of... June 30, 2018 Wickford special offer - £500 discount on Access Fertility packages To celebrate the opening of our Wickford clinic we have a special offer. June 28, 2018 Increased support for transgender fertility preservation Freezing sperm or eggs provides options later for starting a family June 25, 2018 Royal Norfolk Show free fertility testing offer Looking to start a family? We are offering a free mini-check stand 79 June 19, 2018 Welcome to our new fertility clinic in Essex Wickford is now open June 17, 2018 Special Father’s Day for man told he would never be a dad A very special Father's Day for one Norfolk man June 7, 2018 International partnership working well for egg donation treatment Regional lead nurse Laura Carter shares the key to Bourn Hall's success June 6, 2018 Dr Kay Elder - 'A life in Glass' Dr Kay Elder is to talk at the Cheltenham Science Festival May 30, 2018 Nurses Rosie and Margaret 'retire' after 30 years After 30 years service Fertility nurses Rosie and Margaret will be greatly missed May 24, 2018 Meet our new Wickford family Wickford is now open May 16, 2018 Bringing to light the hidden pain of secondary infertility Secondary infertility is little understood because it is still cloaked in guilt May 8, 2018 Welcome to Wickford - half price fertility check-up To celebrate the opening of our new full service fertility clinic at Wickford, we... May 5, 2018 One Norfolk Bourn Hall baby born every three days Our Wymondham Clinic has 500 special reasons to celebrate May 3, 2018 Free consultation with a Bourn Hall fertility nurse specialist Free fertility advice from an expert. April 26, 2018 Bourn Hall Wickford to pioneer new approach to fertility and wellbeing New purpose-built full-service clinic to open its doors to patients. April 25, 2018 Twins take centre stage with their dads at Bourn Hall Gary and his husband Matt returned to Bourn Hall with their twins to meet... April 18, 2018 "Don't tell me to relax" We're not saying ‘relax and it will happen’ but relaxation can help you cope. April 11, 2018 Bourn Hall patient Tanya beats cancer and prepares to run in the London Marathon Tanya is raising money for the Teenage Cancer Trust after an emotional and physical... April 4, 2018 Bourn Hall Wickford - free consultation offer Free mini consultation with fertility nurse specialist to celebrate Wickford opening soon March 23, 2018 Jo Sharman running the London Marathon Our fertility nurse specialist Jo Sharman is running the London Marathon March 20, 2018 Support for your fertility journey Fertility treatment is a significant emotional journey and can impact your relationships. March 16, 2018 FET baby is a miracle on so many levels He was the only 1 to survive the thaw! read Toni's guest blog March 15, 2018 Don’t wait seven months for NHS fertility tests Younger people have more options don't wait for NHS fertility tests March 13, 2018 Consultation with a Bourn Hall Fertility Nurse Specialist If you are concerned about your fertility get some expert advice. March 8, 2018 Why does everyone else find it easy to get pregnant? You don’t know everyone’s story - your colleague might have been trying for years. March 2, 2018 Mum with ‘invisible’ condition offers hope to others on Mother’s Day Paula suffered an early miscarriage and then discovered a link between endometriosis and infertility March 1, 2018 Endometriosis UK says surgical treatment of endometriosis improves fertility and helps pain According to Endometriosis UK fertility can be improved with operative laparoscopy March 1, 2018 Rising Festival: When is the right time to have a baby? Most women will ask themselves this question, good fertility advice can help. February 27, 2018 How do you choose an embryo for IVF? Embryo grading is a skilled job and benefits from experience February 26, 2018 Improving IVF success for women with BMI of 25-30 New evidence suggests these women have an equivalent chance of success with a specific... February 16, 2018 Icelandic couple's emotional journey 30 years after IVF with frozen embryos Nina had two daughters after she and husband Kristian were among the first to... February 13, 2018 Major causes of female infertility For many causes of female infertility there may be no symptoms other than a... February 5, 2018 Overcoming recurrent miscarriage with PGS, new chromosome screening service launched Pre-implantation Genetic Screening or PGS can detect chromosome mistakes in an embryo, a common cause... January 8, 2018 NHS IVF treatment may still be available for some Cambridge patients Referred by your Cambridgeshire GP for fertility testing before 6th September 2017? January 4, 2018 IVF in Essex - HFEA website puts Bourn Hall ahead Looking for IVF in Essex? The HFEA website puts Bourn Hall top for its... January 2, 2018 Could a New Year’s resolution to eat healthily boost your sperm count? Eating healthily is recommended, but can diet really effect your sperm count? December 24, 2017 Day 12: A Christmas Stocking miracle in Colchester Rocco Stocking was a dream come true when he was born on Christmas Day... December 23, 2017 Day 11: Be in the present Always thinking about what has been or anticipating what is to come can be... December 22, 2017 Day 10: Take care of yourself Self-compassion is a good way to protect against depression. December 20, 2017 Day 9: Men-only fertility forums found useful according to new research Getting access to factual information is a key benefit December 19, 2017 Anne will be missed by her Bourn Hall family Anne was given a warm send off by her friends December 19, 2017 Day 8: Coping with friends getting pregnant when you’re not Your work colleague might have been trying for years to conceive. December 18, 2017 Day 7: "Don't tell me to relax" Practice these techniques to help you cope under pressure. December 16, 2017 Day 6: Writing through crisis Many people find writing helps to channel anxiety positively. December 16, 2017 Day 5: Make your own traditions Big family get-togethers can trigger painful and conflicting emotions. December 15, 2017 Day 4: Take a deep breath to carry on Learning to breathe deeply can help you to keep calm December 15, 2017 Fertility Blog to help you with your journey Our Fertility Blog will keep you up to date with news, views, opinions and... December 14, 2017 Day 3: Support for the journey Fertility treatment is a significant emotional journey and can impact your relationships. December 13, 2017 Day 2: “We are working on it” My husband would answer, “We’re working on it,” which politely limited potential follow-up. December 12, 2017 Day 1: Taking and setting your emotional blood pressure There are ways to balance your emotional blood pressure November 28, 2017 Wickford at Christmas extra special for couple after 6 year wait Wickford At Christmas extra special for couple who have waited six years to celebrate November 27, 2017 I felt guilty all the time – a male perspective on IVF treatment "I felt guilty all the time," says Karl. November 17, 2017 Wickford at Christmas With the success of our small satellite clinic and work progressing well on our... November 3, 2017 Struggling to conceive - hit the gym and carry on! Kate's advice is to “focus on looking after your mind and body.” October 30, 2017 How to boost male fertility naturally Some easy diet and lifestyle changes could increase your chance of conceiving. October 24, 2017 Reflexology for fertility We live in a fast paced age and sometimes nature's natural rhythm moves at... October 17, 2017 New HFEA website makes comparing Cambridge IVF clinics easier The HFEA website makes it easier to put success rates into context. October 17, 2017 Adopting a new approach to the future It came as a surprise to Emma-Jayne that in five years of trying she... September 27, 2017 Male factor (in) fertility - guest blog from Michael Close My only regret is not having good information earlier. September 20, 2017 Bourn Hall responds to NHS cuts to IVF in Essex There are concerns that other types of fertility treatment and testing are also being... September 14, 2017 Recipes to help overcome PCOS and improve fertility In her guest blog nutritionist Amy Huggins provides some great recipes to help overcome... September 5, 2017 NHS IVF funding in the East of England NHS IVF funding is a complicated story - our map should help clarify it... September 5, 2017 Why can't I get pregnant? 6 common reasons Six common reasons for infertility August 24, 2017 Southend IVF funding has made the world of difference Without funding from Southend NHS Sarah and Phil would not have their baby Emma. August 16, 2017 Could making some simple lifestyle changes be the key to unlocking your fertility? Boost your fertility with these tips. August 8, 2017 Male infertility advice, take care who you share with Speaking about cuts to NHS IVF funding helped Richard Clothier to talk about infertility. July 17, 2017 IVF is so expensive! With a refund package or payment installments, Access Fertility is helping to make it... July 6, 2017 "NHS-funded fertility treatment has been truly life-changing" Guest blog from Ellie Crane, a recent patient at Bourn Hall and campaigner to... June 27, 2017 Endometriosis guidelines to be updated Between 2 and 10% of women have endometriosis. June 19, 2017 Becoming a trans man and preserving fertility Keeping his options open for children was a challenge Leo tackled in BBC3 documentary. June 9, 2017 Family dream comes true for Emily and Debbie thanks to donor sperm "It was important to us that we used a regulated fertility clinic"... May 26, 2017 Robert Edwards, co-father of IVF, interviewed by Liz O'Donnell, an early Bourn Hall patient Liz O'Donnell, a Bourn Hall patient, talked to Robert Edwards in 2007 about his... May 24, 2017 Adoption after unsuccessful IVF Counselling can help you move on after unsuccessful IVF May 24, 2017 Surrogacy helped Amanda have her own child after cancer Surrogacy might be an option if it is not possible for your to carry... May 24, 2017 Choosing to become a single mum with IVF If you waiting for 'Mr Right' isn't an option then a sperm donor might... May 24, 2017 Having a baby through IVF surrogacy Surrogacy may be appropriate if you have a medical condition that makes it impossible... May 24, 2017 When to tell your child about their biological origins When or if to tell your child they were created through donated eggs, sperm,... May 24, 2017 Explore different pathways to parenthood Fertility treatments with donor eggs and sperm, adoption and fostering - talk to experts... May 23, 2017 Why me? Infertility and the stubborn Yorkshireman I am honoured to come back to where my family started and to share... May 22, 2017 Fertility nurse takes on 100 mile Cotswold Way Challenge for Arthritis UK Our intrepid fertility nurse specialist Rowena Haslett Fossey did London2Cambridge last year. May 16, 2017 Can re-freezing embryos lead to successful outcomes? Are re-frozen and thawed embryos viable? May 4, 2017 Egg sharing for free IVF can be a win-win Egg sharing or sperm donation can make IVF treatment more accessible. April 18, 2017 #WeAreFamily @Bourn Hall and all are welcome Family is at the heart of everything we do at Bourn Hall #wearefamily April 10, 2017 RCN guide to fertility preservation for medical and non-medical reasons launched RCN guide to fertility preservation gives advice to nurses about the freezing of eggs... March 30, 2017 Couple become mums with help from Bourn Hall’s sperm bank Lack of sperm isn't the only reason same-sex female couples may have fertility issues. March 30, 2017 IVF success rates improved with 5 day blastocyst transfer IVF success rates have improved over recent years and the increased use of blastocyst... March 29, 2017 Why can't I get pregnant? Get good advice at Fertility Roadshow If you are asking ‘Why can’t I get pregnant?' the good news is that... March 27, 2017 For the first time I felt that pang of disappointment that I wasn't falling... Amy Brook gives her perspective on the fertility journey. March 24, 2017 The only way is Wickford for these mums on Mother's Day Celebrating Mother's Day following successful treatment at Bourn Hall Wickford. We caught up with some... March 22, 2017 IVF over 40: transparency and different advice needed Over 35 the chance of having a baby with your own eggs declines rapidly March 7, 2017 First frozen embryo baby home from the cold Our first ‘ice baby’ successfully crossed Antarctica to raise money for charity February 13, 2017 Sarah Pallett discusses plans for Wickford Clinic “The new Wickford clinic is going to be very special,” says Sarah Pallett February 10, 2017 Work begins on Bourn Hall’s purpose-built full service clinic in Wickford Diggers are moving in to start work on a new clinic in Wickford. January 26, 2017 Test-tube baby goes back to where it began 'Bourn Hall baby' Ian Drake filmed an interview for his film course. January 5, 2017 Lower dose and higher IVF success from use of AMH test Tailoring treatment according to AMH levels could maintain success rates and reduce medication. January 5, 2017 Fertility preservation ahead of gender reassignment Fertility preservation ahead of gender reassignment requires the support of a multi-disciplinary teams where... January 5, 2017 Male fertility impacted by SSRIs prescribed for depression There is evidence that SSRIs create temporary damage to sperm DNA. December 23, 2016 First Christmas with twins after five years and three miscarriages After three miscarriages, twins bring a joyful first family Christmas. December 21, 2016 Happy Christmas with a little help from my friends “Our IVF boys celebrating their 2nd Christmas together today with an extra addition! Could... December 20, 2016 Sylvia and Roger fond farewell We have said a fond farewell to two popular members of staff who have retired... December 15, 2016 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG presented with misinformation to justify the cruellest cut Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG has opened a consultation on cutting IVF funding for the... December 9, 2016 Baby, look at you now! Bourn Hall baby Becca's wedding was a particularly emotional for her mother Anne. November 16, 2016 Region’s first Fertility Fayre a great success Fertility Nurse Specialists Rachel Hunter and Leona Crookston “We feel as though we have more... November 10, 2016 I lost 4 stone to reduce BMI for fertility treatment Sabrina was told she would need to lose weight to have fertility treatment. November 4, 2016 #HiddenFaces: Donna lost 2 stone to boost her fertility It was only after trying for a baby for 10 years and losing four... November 2, 2016 Infertility was worse than any physical pain I’ve had It was very isolating. I felt very ashamed of my emotions, which made it... October 31, 2016 Children for Lucy after 10 years brings hope to those with PCOS Lucy was shocked at age 18 to be diagnosed with PCOS, which can cause... October 25, 2016 Common questions men ask about male infertility Mr Oliver Wiseman answers questions about male infertility. October 24, 2016 What happened to my eggs? We were born with over a million eggs, so what on earth happens to... October 11, 2016 ‘Super sperm’ from successful couple inspires IVF ‘gifting’ programme Gifting fertility treatment in exchange for the donation of high-quality sperm October 11, 2016 10 things I would tell my younger self about infertility KK Goldberg shares her experiences and tips for surviving infertility. October 3, 2016 Cystic fibrosis a cause of infertility Tom didn’t know that he was a carrier of cystic fibrosis... September 30, 2016 Too young to be infertile? Five questions to ask your GP We suggest that you explore the following questions together with your GP. September 23, 2016 Photographer of world’s first IVF egg retires Vincent Brown took the first photograph of a human egg fertilised outside the human... September 23, 2016 Sperm bank offers safer option for same-sex couples More female same-sex couples are seeking fertility treatment... September 2, 2016 Long-term struggle overcome with donated sperm Donated sperm can make it possible to be a dad September 1, 2016 Informed patient choice guides treatment options At Bourn Hall 8 out 10 patients will become parents after up to three... August 30, 2016 IMSI improves the odds by selecting the best sperm IMSI helps IVF embryologists select the best sperm as a high proportion of sperm... July 22, 2016 PCOS meant 10 year wait for baby Hospital tests revealed that Toni had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common cause of... July 19, 2016 Jo Jo Row complete the 100km London2Cambridge ultra challenge The team completed the London2Cambridge ultra challenge challenge and Rowena has (after a long... June 24, 2016 Hat trick for Callum thanks to ICSI The recent Fathers’ Day brings home what Callum might have missed. June 15, 2016 How to make a test-tube baby A video about ‘How to make a test tube baby’ has won an international... June 13, 2016 SpermComet provides insight into male infertility Poor sperm quality is a major cause of infertility, yet men are frequently left... May 11, 2016 Pioneering IVF patient returns to Bourn Hall Ann was one of the first patients to be treated at Bourn Hall back... April 12, 2016 Jo Jo Row Your Boat prepare for London2Cambridge In their second blog Rowena highlights the aches and pains the team are currently... March 15, 2016 IVF injection tips and advice from our patients We asked our patients on Facebook for their IVF injection tips and advice March 14, 2016 IVF injection tips Patients are offered a ‘drug teach’ where we talk through the medications and give... March 11, 2016 Sperm and egg donors can ‘gift’ free IVF treatment Eligible family and friends can now ‘gift’ free IVF treatment January 21, 2016 HFEA visits Bourn Hall, “home of IVF” Sally Cheshire and Peter Thompson of the HFEA visited Bourn Hall, the world’s first... January 19, 2016 ‘Jo Jo Row Your Boat’ aim for London2Cambridge Rowena and Jo are Fertility Nurse Specialists at our Cambridge Clinic. They are taking... January 8, 2016 Getting pregnant with polycystic ovarian syndrome Kathleen was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries when she was younger November 16, 2015 Heartbreak of unexplained infertility Unexplained infertility can be hard to deal with. Sharon, whose partner already had a... November 13, 2015 Your adoption questions answered We asked Hugh Thornbery, Chief Executive of Adoption UK, about the process. November 11, 2015 Reflections on adoption after IVF 3/3 Fiona experienced 11 years of infertility and failed IVF before she and her husband... November 10, 2015 Beyond IVF - Fiona's fertility journey 2/3 Fiona continues her story about her infertility story. November 9, 2015 Pain of infertility: Fiona speaks out 1/3 Fiona begins her fertility journey by describing the pain of infertility. November 7, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 1 – Milestones Over the course of National Fertility Awareness Week, Claire Owen shares – through the... November 6, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 2 – From bad to worse Further tests showed that Si had oligospermia, a very low sperm count. November 5, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 3 – A new beginning While Claire and Si were on holiday, they had a call to say their... November 4, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 4 – Mistletoe and Whine Following the Owens’ first IVF failure, the couple was cautious about being too optimistic... November 3, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 5 – Finally, pregnant at last The Owens started their third and final NHS-funded IVF treatment in the summer of... November 2, 2015 An IVF Journey: Day 6 – An update Arian Kit Owen was born in May 2014 at Colchester General Hospital. September 23, 2015 Meet our family: “I enjoy everything about my job” – Helen Hutton, Human Resources... “I’m the new starters first point of contact for arranging their first day..." September 23, 2015 Meet our family: “Proud to be part of this special team” – Lizzie Dumbelton,... “Helping patients achieve their dreams makes my job so rewarding...” September 22, 2015 Meet our family: “A job share was the answer for me” – Claire Sparrow,... “Patient Services is a fascinating field to be in...” September 21, 2015 Meet our family: “Flexibility is needed for a range of needs” – Julia Curties,... “I really enjoy working in the hub of the clinic” says Julia Curties, a... August 28, 2015 Fertility test can reveal reasons for infertility Most people don’t know they have a fertility issue until they try to conceive... July 23, 2015 Louise Brown: “My life as the world’s first test-tube baby” – autobiography launched at... Louise reveals the impact that being born a celebrity has had on her life... June 5, 2015 Why some human eggs carry the wrong number of chromosomes This might be the cause of some types of infertility including recurrent miscarriage. June 1, 2015 When is it time to move away from IVF treatment? Pamela Mahoney Tsigdinos talks in her guest blog about her decision and how she... May 15, 2015 Overcoming infertility caused by PCOS To have a baby, Hanna first had to overcome her infertility caused by PCOS. May 1, 2015 IVF after ectopic pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy can cause the fallopian tube to rupture March 18, 2015 I was told at 16 I had PCOS and would never have children Nicola was just 16 she was told that she had PCOS and that she... March 16, 2015 Top security announcement: codename ISO 27001 Bourn Hall Clinic has gained ISO 27001 security accreditation. February 20, 2015 IVF hat trick for cancer survivor Treatment with chemotherapy can affect your fertility, so John was offered the option of... February 3, 2015 Three-parent IVF misleading term The term ‘three-parent’ baby is very misleading according to Bourn Hall Clinic Medical Director... December 12, 2014 Improving fertility for PCOS patients Early diagnosis and treatment could improve fertility and long-term health prospects. November 28, 2014 Egg sharing was a win-win for us and another couple Lucinda and Matthew decided to donate eggs to another couple while they were having... November 19, 2014 Free IVF treatment for egg sharing or sperm donation Free IVF treatment is available for those who choose to egg share or donate... October 31, 2014 Fertility facts, figures and findings How do you know what is 'normal'? October 30, 2014 An ‘IVF single mother’ by choice ‘I have the rest of my life to meet Mr Right, but only a... October 20, 2014 National Fertility Awareness Week 2014 National Fertility Awareness Week aims to highlight ways in which infertility can impact people's... October 16, 2014 Egg freezing for employees Egg freezing is a relatively recent innovation July 25, 2014 Louise Brown is 36, Bourn Hall remembers IVF pioneers Bourn Hall remembers its founders, IVF pioneers Steptoe and Edwards and their legacy June 18, 2014 Zero sperm shock Adam was shocked to find he had zero sperm June 17, 2014 Being without a child excluded us from ‘parent’s club’ “It’s really hard when your friends and family are all having children...” June 12, 2014 Low sperm count? Specialist male fertility treatment at Bourn Hall Low sperm count is not something men want to talk about ... May 28, 2014 IVF in Norfolk: Bourn Hall’s Wymondham team celebrates first arrival Sian and Ryan Chase beamed from ear to ear as they introduced baby daughter... May 9, 2014 IVF in Peterborough: New clinic is Bourn Hall’s little Prince! IVF in Peterborough is now closer to home for people living and working in... March 11, 2014 “Where do babies come from?”: A guest blog by Susan Imrie Some children are very curious to find out more about where they come from Susan... March 7, 2014 Beth Warren case: Posthumous sperm storage The case of Beth Warren and her late husband Warren Brewer has again raised the issue... March 3, 2014 Endometriosis: time to get women talking Endometriosis affects 1.5 million women in the UK and causes the tissue from the... January 30, 2014 IVF in Suffolk: Bourn Hall baby born every 10 hours Reading the experiences of other couples and attending an event helped Andrew and Nicola... January 27, 2014 IVF in Essex: Freddie is first baby boy for Bourn Hall in Wickford Bourn Hall's Wickford Clinic opened in 2013 to provide convenient IVF in Essex January 14, 2014 Alastair MacDonald: The world’s first IVF boy celebrates 35th birthday Alastair's birth in 1979 was the best possible start to the year for his... January 5, 2014 ACE and ICSI treatment for male infertility celebrate 21 years A breakthrough in male infertility treatment came 21 years ago when the first baby... November 7, 2013 What can you do if IVF is unsuccessful? "Patients need to allow themselves time to grieve over the fact that they will... October 28, 2013 Coping with infertility - Vicki Hibbert’s story “There’s only one thing more painful than having a baby…..and that’s not being able... September 5, 2013 What are the IVF waiting times in Cambridge? Bourn Hall offers short IVF waiting times for NHS funded treatment. July 25, 2013 The Bourn Hall Legacy – 35 years of IVF Happy Birthday Louise Brown, the world’s first IVF baby! July 10, 2013 Local families celebrate official opening of first Norfolk IVF clinic Bourn Hall Clinic’s new IVF centre near Norwich, has been welcomed by Infertility Network... June 7, 2013 Top tips for dealing with infertility: A guest blog by Kate Brian Editor of the Journal of Fertility Counselling and author of four books about infertility... April 12, 2013 Tributes to Professor Sir Robert Edwards "Father of IVF" will always be remembered as one of our greatest scientists. March 28, 2013 Want to know more about IVF drugs? IVF drugs play an important role in fertility treatment. March 26, 2013 Pregnancy ultrasound scans at Bourn Hall Clinic for reassurance Unborn babies can be seen in remarkable detail using 3D and 4D ultrasound scans. March 4, 2013 Endometriosis Awareness Week The link between endometriosis and infertility is not well understood. February 28, 2013 Bourn Hall Clinic Wymondham opens its doors Brand-new facility with state-of-the-art equipment will benefit patients across Norfolk February 4, 2013 Good results for ICSI with SpermSlow Good results from a small trial have justified a change in procedure in the... December 12, 2012 Bourn Hall Clinic celebrate ONE THOUSAND babies born as a result of NHS-funded IVF That’s equivalent to one baby a day since May 2009! October 3, 2012 Male Infertility: Micro-TESE offers new hope for men with a low sperm count A new procedure offers hope to men who have no sperm in their ejaculate. August 30, 2012 Fertility, pregnancy and the biological clock If you’re concerned about your biological clock, Dr Mathews has some comforting news. August 13, 2012 Intralipids may offer hope for those affected by repeated IVF failure Patients with recurrent miscarriage have benefited from intralipids. June 20, 2012 Sad Loss Of Lesley Brown – First IVF Mother It is with sadness that we hear that Lesley Brown, the first woman in... June 1, 2012 IVF after cancer: The importance of sperm banking Around one third of men who undergo chemotherapy will be left infertile. May 9, 2012 Australian Study Into Implications of IVF Treatment No significant difference found in the risk between IVF and natural conception. April 5, 2012 Fertility after 35: What happens to our eggs as we age? By the age of 35 about 95% of a woman's eggs have been lost... February 15, 2012 New range of pregnancy scans at Bourn Hall Clinic Colchester Our Colchester clinic is to extend its ultrasound scanning service ... January 19, 2012 Egg Donation After Premature Menopause For women that wish to get pregnant the news of premature menopause can be...
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