Roger Hart, a Professor of reproductive medicine, discusses the challenges faced by women who have difficulty conceiving or experience issues with ongoing pregnancies.

He highlights two specific groups:

• Women in their mid-40s who are trying to conceive and may have irregular menstrual cycles and a higher risk of miscarriage.

• Younger women with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) who may be heading towards early menopause.

For women in their mid-40s, multiple rounds of IVF treatment may be necessary and some may ultimately resort to egg donation. While emotionally challenging, egg donation can be a highly successful form of treatment.

For younger women with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), the diagnosis of infertility and early menopause can be devastating. However, seeking early assessment and treatment from an infertility expert can increase their chances of conceiving.