Sophie Turner from Birmingham Chose Turkey for IVF Treatment, Chasing Her Dream of Becoming a Mother

My name is Sophie, and my biggest dream has always been to become a mum. My husband, Tom, and I live in Birmingham with a lovely life, but for five years we struggled with unexplained infertility. Each negative pregnancy test was heartbreaking, and the thought of IVF in the UK felt overwhelming—long NHS waits and private costs so high we’d have to re-mortgage our home.

Tom began researching alternatives and discovered couples who had successful IVF in Turkey. The treatment there had higher success rates and was less than half the UK cost. Again and again, one name appeared—PlacidWay.

With skepticism but also hope, I reached out. The next day a patient coordinator called, and instead of just talking about procedures, she asked about our journey and feelings. For the first time, I felt heard—and a little closer to the dream we’d been chasing for years.

Flying to Istanbul was surreal. While others were heading off on holiday, we were starting the most important journey of our lives. The city was a beautiful distraction with its history, food, and vibrant culture. Thanks to PlacidWay, our transfers and accommodation were seamless. The fertility clinic in Turkey was world-class—more advanced than any private hospital in the UK. Our doctor was warm yet direct, explaining everything with confidence that eased our nerves. We felt cared for, not just another number. The standard of IVF treatment in Turkey was truly exceptional.

The treatment itself was a whirlwind of appointments, injections, and procedures, but the medical team’s support made it bearable. After the embryo transfer—the moment they place your tiny hope inside you—came the hardest part: the two-week wait. We stayed in Istanbul, explored the city, walked along the Bosphorus, and tried to stay calm, reminding ourselves to just breathe.

I promised not to test early, but temptation won. The morning before flying home, I took the test in our hotel bathroom while Tom waited outside, holding his breath. For the first time in over five years, I saw two lines. I sank to the floor, sobbing—not from sadness, but from pure, unfiltered joy.

Our beautiful daughter, Lily, was born nine months later. She is our miracle, the quiet of our house now filled with laughter. Looking back, choosing one of the affordable IVF options abroad was truly the best decision we ever made.

PlacidWay, our medical tourism facilitator, didn’t just help us find a clinic; they guided us toward our daughter. They made what could have been an overwhelming and complex journey feel simple, seamless, and supported.

If you are walking this difficult path, please know there is hope beyond your borders. The standard of IVF treatment abroad is exceptional, and our family is living proof of that.