Weight and private IVF

[DanniiJean]

Hi ladies, looking at finding a new private clinic for my next cycle. I lost an awful lot of weight to get my funded IVF cycle, but since having this cycle my weight has increased due to lots of personal issues that occurred. Will a private clinic refuse to accept me because of my weight?

[SJYoung]

A private clinics are a little less strict. Most are 35BMI or less x

[Mamaofstevie]

My clinic was 28 BMI

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Danniijean. Just wanted to wish you well with this, but don't be surprised if the private clinic wants your BMI below 30. I am certain that you are doing everything that you can to lose weight, but whatever you are doing, whether at a slimming club or on your own, make sure that you are keeping a record of your losses, however small, so that you can prove you are trying. A practice nurse at your GP practice would weigh you and keep a record too, if you don’t want to join a slimming club. Swimming, if possible, is good too. If you can afford to attend one of these fitness centres, then speak to one of the advisors. He/she will be able to help you with your diet requirements and also the correct exercising that you require. Hope all goes well for you. Diane

[hifer]

I would think most are 35 BMI. They are more lenient than NHS (in my experience). x