Comments on: Families Are the Future of Alberta: Public Funding For In Vitro Fertilization Is Efficient #abhc4ivf #abpoli

By: Paula

Paula — Sun, 31 May 2015 19:28:51 +0000

In reply to Crystal Hannula. Crystal: I am sorry for your losses. I have a good friend who has miscarried repeatedly and is struggling right now. Ontario is funding one round of IVF starting later this year. Follow Conceivable Dreams @ohip4ivf for the news when that is eventually ready for patients. The patient members have been advising government on this program so we are excited to see it ready to benefit patients.

By: Crystal Hannula

Crystal Hannula — Sun, 31 May 2015 15:35:46 +0000

This really hits home for me. My husband and I have been trying to have a baby for 9 years now. We have spent thousands on medical procedures with no success. We have been able to get pregnant 2 times but sadly lost both babies. Due to the fact my hubby has low sperm count our fertility doctor says IVF is our best chance at having a baby. It is not financially affordable for us at this time. I truly hope Ontario will get on board and help people like myself have our dream come true. I am so happy Alberta has been able to help so many people. Thanks for spreading the word because not many people know how much infertility can affect a couple.

By: Paula

Paula — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 16:38:47 +0000

In reply to Lisa Rios. Lisa: It can be more successful. There are many instances where IUI and IVF are used hand in hand to work together to help a couple conceive. The important thing for individuals going through infertility treatment is to find support, get a great doctor that you trust and then follow their directions well. Thanks for your thoughtful comment!

By: Akhil Sharma

Akhil Sharma — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 13:19:46 +0000

In reply to Paula. Yes I agree with you that the process of adoption is not simple. Yes, one could adopt after years of IVF. The main objective is to have an angel in your life :) Both IVF and Adoption are good family building options.

By: Lisa Rios

Lisa Rios — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 05:49:49 +0000

I have heard of IUI as one of Cousin wen through such treatment & got twins in 2013. But this is really great to know that IVF treatment is highly successful than the IUI. Thanks for the useful information.

By: Ann Bacciaglia

Ann Bacciaglia — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 21:06:26 +0000

I had a friend that had to use IVF to get pregnant. She was successful her second round. She has two beautiful little girls now.

By: Rosey

Rosey — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 20:51:47 +0000

I knew the cost was prohibitive. I did not realize HOW prohibitive until I read this, oy!

By: Ourfamilyworld (@OurFamilyWorld)

Ourfamilyworld (@OurFamilyWorld) — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 20:21:32 +0000

Family is everything. I am a supporter of IVF public funding. Government spend so much money on other programs and they should really cover this area

By: Tough Cookie Mommy

Tough Cookie Mommy — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:46:51 +0000

I think this is a great option for women who have had difficulty becoming pregnant. It offers them the chance at motherhood.

By: Amber NElson

Amber NElson — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:04:15 +0000

Oh wow, I did not know that! I really didn’t know that it was covered by insurance.