
Your IVF abroad Podcast
with Emma Haslam
31st March 2026
Season 4 Episode 16
Show notes:
There are many incredible clinics, doctors, and professionals working in fertility.
But there are also some patterns and people in the industry that I don’t think are serving patients in the way they should.
In this episode, I’m sharing openly and honestly some of the things I don’t agree with in the fertility industry, based on what I see every day working with people navigating infertility and treatment.
Not to criticise for the sake of it, but to help you understand what’s really going on behind the scenes and how it could be impacting your experience and decisions without awareness.
Because when you’re going through something as emotional, complex, and important as fertility treatment, you deserve clarity, transparency, and the right guidance.
In this episode, I cover:
• Why success rates are often over-relied on and why they don’t tell the full story
• The issue with commission-based recommendations and why transparency matters
• How 'one-size-fits-all' approaches can lead to unexplained infertility and repeated cycles without answers
• Why so many people are left to figure things out alone with too much conflicting information and how that creates overwhelm and confusion
• The difference between having information… and having a clear, personalised plan
Fertility treatment is too important to be reduced to statistics, generic advice, or decisions made under pressure.
The right clinic isn’t the one with the highest numbers or the best marketing - it’s the one that’s right for your individual situation.
If you’ve ever felt confused, overwhelmed, or unsure about the decisions you’re being asked to make, this episode will help you see things from a different perspective and hopefully feel more informed and empowered moving forward.
Free Training:
If you want the full, no-nonsense truth about going abroad for fertility testing and treatment, including the highlights and, more importantly, the watch outs, I’ve put together a free training just for you to tell you everything you need to know to make informed decisions that are right for you and to help to grow your family with confidence.
Get your free copy here - https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass
Or book a 30 minute Pick My Brain call to get your questions answered honestly and without bias here - https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/pick-my-brain
Links & Resources:
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Work with me: https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/work-with-me
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Free resources: https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/free-resources
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/Yourivfabroad
Want to learn more about going abroad for fertility treatment?
Book a free no-obligation call with me and let’s talk about what’s going on for you and whether working together is the right next step. https://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?
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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
