In Crowd

Workplace, depression, politics. In part 2 of our conversation with the BBC we covered a few big “taboos” - but aren’t these the things we need to be talking about? With 1 in 6 couples facing fertility issues (WHO), is infertility a niche issue or a mainstream concern? The stats might shock you👇 56% of women fear disclosing fertility struggles will harm their career progression. Fertility Network UK 12% of women undergoing IVF quit their careers due to a lack of support from their employer Zurich UK 90% of people living with infertility report experiencing depression or anxiety Middlesex University £30,000 average lifetime cost of treatment in the UK without additional fertility insurance twoplus Fertility 70% of couples go into debt to fund fertility treatments like IVF UK Research and Innovation 8.3 Workdays missed per treatment cycle by employees undergoing fertility treatment Fertility Network UK So what happens next? - In Crowd https://lnkd.in/ey-vC-cX #IWD #IVF #infertility #fertility #guernsey #incrowd #IWD25

Joy – The Birth of IVF | Now Streaming on Netflix A film about hope, determination, and the incredible people behind the science of IVF. Joy tells the story of three pioneering British scientists from the 1960s and 1970s who overcame significant obstacles to advance the procedure. With a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this film is a must-watch for anyone who has experienced infertility or is simply interested in understanding the emotional and medical complexities of the journey. For those with a personal connection, Joy offers a deeply moving and respectful portrayal of the highs and lows of bringing the dream of parenthood to life. It’s also a perfect watch for friends and family who want to better understand and support their loved ones undergoing IVF. (Keep a box of tissues nearby!) 

Hi, we’re infertile. It’s not something to be embarrassed about; one in six of you are too, yet going through it alone can make you feel like one in a million. We were diagnosed with infertility ten years ago, and we didn’t know what to do next. We were searching for answers, often feeling like we had to figure it all out on our own. Today, we’re launching an online resource where everything is in one place: from understanding the jargon and workplace best practices to personal stories and recommended podcasts. The journey is heartbreaking, but you don’t have to face it in isolation. Community, resources, and direction for people in Guernsey living with infertility. Welcome to the In Crowd. Luke & Lucy incrowd.org.uk

“Infertility tested every part of us, but it also taught us how strong we are.” Erin and Andrew’s bittersweet journey through infertility was filled with emotional, financial, and practical challenges. Through it all, they discovered a resilience they never knew they had. Read their full story here: https://lnkd.in/e2q8dhW7 - If you would be interested in sharing your infertility journey, named or anonymous, please get in touch at hello@incrowd.org.uk #InfertilitySupport #InfertilityAwareness #InfertilityJourney #TTC In Crowd