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Drugs that may be used during fertility treatment All injections should be administered into the lower abdominal wall and given as instructed by staff. 1. GnRH-a drugs (Buserelin, Synarel, Prostap) These drugs are given as either a nasal spray or an injection. The aim of this medication is to switch off the fertility hormones produced […]

Following fertility treatment, you may have frozen embryos which you decide not to use yourself.  You could consider donating these embryos to a woman or couple who otherwise might not be able to have a much longed-for family.  This information leaflet is designed for people who are considering donating their frozen embryos to others.  If […]

Why do some couples need embryo donation? Some couples may require donated embryos if they are unlikely to conceive a baby by using their own eggs and sperm or are at a high risk of passing on an inherited disease. Legal Implications Legally and socially, once you receive the frozen embryos you will be the […]

Decisions Regarding Your Stored Embryos Making a decision about the future of your remaining frozen embryos can be difficult, especially if you have already decided, for whatever reason, that you do not wish to use them in any further treatment of your own. The significance of these embryos is unique to each individual. For some, […]

When the first donor conceived children were born a few decades ago parents were routinely encouraged not to tell them about their biological identity. The argument seemed to be that “What you don’t know won’t hurt you”. Why risk rejection by family and friends? Why risk potential rejection by your child? The experience of donor […]

Why do some couples need egg donation? There are a variety of reasons why some women may not be able to produce their own eggs or produce enough good quality eggs during IVF (in vitro fertilisation). The most common reasons are: – Who can become an egg donor? Women who are considering becoming egg donors […]

Why do some couples need egg donation? There are a variety of reasons why some women may not be able to produce their own eggs or produce enough good quality eggs during IVF (in vitro fertilisation). The most common reasons are: – Under these circumstances the best option is egg donation. Who can become an […]

Spiritual, cultural and faith needs Your relative or friend and you will be given the opportunity to discuss what is important to you all at this time regarding wishes, feelings, faith, beliefs and values. If needed, there is support available from a chaplain or religious advisor now and when your relative or friend dies. Comfort […]

St Bedes “Butterfly Café” to open July 2024 When someone you love dies, it can be one of the most painful things you have to endure. Allowing yourself time to grieve and mourn your loss is normal, healthy and essential. The Butterfly Café is an informal drop-in that opens twice a month and is held […]

What is ICSI? ICSI is a fertility treatment has been a treatment option since 1992 to treat couples where the cause of infertility is a severe sperm problem. Before the development of ICSI the only treatment option would be to use donor sperm. ICSI offers the hope that men with sperm problems can have children […]