The number of babies born via IVF could double by 2035, fertility experts say.
Figures released by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) last month showed 1 in 32 children in the UK are now born via IVF1.
But experts at TFP Fertility say this is just the start of a long-term trend that will see the treatment become a core element of mainstream family planning.
The forecast comes ahead of World IVF Day on July 25th.
What will IVF look like in 2035?
Dr Justin Chu, Medical Director at TFP Fertility Oxford, said: “Over the next decade, we’re likely to see a significant jump in the number of babies born through IVF – perhaps even to 1 in 15 births by 2035.
“That’s being driven by shifting demographics, greater awareness, and major improvements in success rates.
“We’re also seeing more people accessing treatment earlier, often using frozen eggs or sperm – giving them more control over when they have children.
“Fertility is no longer a taboo. More people are talking about it, planning ahead, and using science to help them become parents.”
What’s fuelling the IVF boom?
TFP Fertility says the predicted rise is being driven by several key factors:
More egg freezing: With egg freezing becoming more mainstream and accessible, more people are preserving fertility early for use later.
Changing family structures: IVF is increasingly used by single women and same-sex couples building families on their own terms.
Later parenthood: People are waiting longer to have children – and age is one of the biggest factors affecting fertility.
Improved success rates: New techniques and technologies mean IVF is safer and more effective than ever before.
However, while public understanding and acceptance of fertility treatment is growing, access and affordability remain key issues.
TFP Fertility is calling for more consistent NHS funding, greater support for fertility preservation, and improved education around reproductive health.
Dr Chu said: “The future of IVF is full of promise – but we must make sure the benefits are available to all who need them, not just the few who can afford them.”
