PMOS: The New Name for PCOS and What It Means for Fertility

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has recently been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The change, proposed by an international consensus in 2026, reflects a better understanding that the condition is not simply an ovarian disorder but can involve reproductive, hormonal and metabolic systems. 1. Why the name change from PCOS to PMOS? (i.e., in favour) 1a. […]

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Fertility Focus – August 2026

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– Your Questions, Answered Live! Join us: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 4pm BST/5pm CET/7pm GST Virtual via Zoom The forum is a unique patient-focused event designed to inform, empower, and support you. Ask your fertility-related questions Gain practical tips Receive trusted guidance from an expert panel Connect with NOW-fertility consultants and other fertility professionals in

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Frozen Embryo Transfer – what do you need to know

Frozen Embryo Transfer – what do you need to know?

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Frozen embryo transfer (FET) is widely considered as part of the IVF treatment and, for many patients starting the assisted conception journey, can provide greater flexibility in how and when the embryo transfer takes place without compromising at all the chances of successful life birth. Many studies in the literature have, in fact, looked at

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NOWF Connect July 2026

NOW-fertility Connect Forum – July 2026

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During our latest live Q&A, our panel of fertility experts answered questions submitted by our audience on a range of fertility-related topics. They shared their knowledge, strategies, and evidence-based advice, offering reassurance and actionable guidance for couples and individuals taking steps on their fertility journey. Topics discussed this month included: I had a good number

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Is Single Embryo transfer Safer and more successful

Is single embryo transfer the key to safer, more successful IVF?

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Advances in IVF techniques are offering more patients the chance of a successful pregnancy while making treatment safer, according to research presented at the recent Annual Meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE). Before the risks of multiple embryo transfers were fully understood, many fertility specialists believed that transferring more than

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Our Guide to Your Fertility Journey

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Beginning fertility treatment is a significant step, and it’s natural to have questions about what to expect. At NOW-fertility, we believe that understanding the process can help you feel more informed, confident and supported throughout your journey. From your first enquiry to your post-treatment consultation, our experienced team will be by your side, providing expert

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Endometrium as a cause of implantation failure in IVF

Endometrium as a cause of implantation failure in IVF

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Implantation is the process by which a transferred embryo attaches to and embeds in the uterine lining (endometrium). For a day 5 embryo, this usually occurs within the first 24 hours following transfer, while for a day 3 embryo it typically happens within 2–4 days. Without successful implantation, pregnancy cannot develop. If implantation fails on

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Motherhood after 50

Motherhood After 50: How Donor Egg IVF Is Expanding Family-Building Options

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Latest statistics from the UK’s fertility regulator HFEA* have confirmed that donor-assisted conception is now a significant part of fertility treatment and births; in particular, there has been a notable rise in IVF using donor eggs amongst women over 50, with a 67% increase in the past decade of patients between 51 and 55. Due

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