hazel,
how did u manage to conceive ur 1st child? whether u r suitable for ivf depends on the issues you are facing - is it male infertility or female infertility and the level of severity of it.
Usually clomid is for those with ovulatory problems, ie, they dun ovulate regularly so clomid is given to help them ovulate.
But some of us here face several other issues, like several failed IUIs, endometriosis, blocked fallopian tubes, low sperm counts, poor sperm forms etc.
Not all gynaes can perform IVF, only some licensed gynaes can as this process is very meticulous.
IVF shd be not be the first resort...so gd to ask ur gynae who knows ur history best before a gd option is suggested to you. Hope this helps!