Useful Information

Donor Conception Network
A national support group for people who have conceived through donation and those considering it.  They can give you advice and support and also the chance to meet parents with donor-conceived children.  Call 020 8245 4369 or visit www.dcnetwork.org

National Gamete Donation Trust
A national government-funded charity set up to raise awareness of and seek ways to alleviate the national shortage of sperm, egg andembryo donors.  It provides useful publications for donors and recipients including information on donation and the law.  Helpline call 0845 226 9193 or visit www.ngdt.co.uk

British Infertility Counselling Association (BICA)
The professional association for infertility counsellors and counselling in the UK.  Its website includes a list of counsellors providing services and a downloadable leaflet on choosing a counsellor.  Call Tel 0114 263 1448 or visit www.bica.net

Infertility Network UK (INUK)
The largest network in the UK offering information and advice by phone and face-to-face.  It has groups throughout the country and also produces a range of publications on infertility.  Tel: 0800 0087464 or visit www.infertilitynetworkuk.com

Websites

Fertility Friends
An active self-help community for people experiencing the pain of infertility.  Useful site featuring message board and live chat room. Visit www.fertilityfriends.co.uk

May-b-baby
UK infertility support website set up by Deanne Jenkyns, who herself is infertile.  Helpful site with message boards, personal stories and information. Visit www.may-b-baby.co.uk