'It was heartbreaking to attend a fertility appointment in a maternity unit'
Niamh Smyth and her husband Justyn have spent over a decade trying to start a family, undergoing four rounds of IVF, with three unsuccessful attempts and one pregnancy which ended in miscarriage.
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Notable Quotes
"It was heartbreaking."
— Niamh Smyth , Activist
"Your senses are totally heightened in terms of noticing babies coming and going from maternity hospitals."
— Órlaithí Flynn , Politician
Key People
Justyn Smyth is the husband of Niamh Smyth, supporting her in their journey to start a family.
Niamh Smyth is a woman advocating for changes to fertility services based on her personal experiences.
Órlaithí Flynn is a Sinn Féin MLA who has undergone fertility treatment and speaks on women's health issues.
All Coverage
Niamh Smyth and her husband Justyn have spent over a decade trying to start a family, undergoing four rounds of IVF, with three unsuccessful attempts and one pregnancy which ended in miscarriage.
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