On average, in Australia the out-of-pocket costs of a single IVF cycle can range from $3400 to $4400, depending on the individual treatment requirements.

Given that many women require several cycles before becoming pregnant, this amount can put a significant dent in anyone’s budget: if you need more than a few cycles, you can kiss that house deposit goodbye.

Now, many in the industry and the wider community want to see changes to the regulation surrounding assisted reproduction, as they’re uncomfortable with the notion that having children is restricted to those who are wealthy… Read more of Margaret Ambrose’s article on The Age website.