#MyFertilityMatters: Over 15k back campaign demanding change in IVF rules denying stepmums NHS help
National magazines like Closer and Bella are now championing our campaign
Supports continuing to rise for a campaign demanding a change in IVF rules that prevent treatment on the NHS if you're already a stepmum.
It's after we shared Sarah from Lincoln's story, who was told she didn't quality, because her partner had a daughter from a previous relationship.
Now #MyFertilityMatters is picking up even more momentum as over 15,000 have signed the petition.
National magazines like Closer and Bella are also publishing similar reports.
"It was completely shocking"
Kaya Terry is a journalist who picked up Sarah's story after hearing our coverage of #MyFertiltiyMatters.
"I had no idea that there was this archaic eligibility criteria that varies depending on CCGs.
"We're in the 21st century, this isn't acceptable at all."
"It's so important that these women's stories are told and differences are made.
"When they come forward they're breaking down these barriers and these taboos because this needs to happen for urgent reform to be made."
Lincolnshire CCG says it can't comment on individual cases.
"The IVF policy agreed across the East Midland CCGs, and adopted by NHS Lincolnshire CCG, applies to any couple registered with a Lincolnshire GP and is available on our website.
"It sets out the eligibility criteria, which includes family structure, that applies irrespective of where patients have their treatment, and has been drawn up based on guidance issued by DHSC, Infertility Network UK and NICE Guidance CG156."