When should I visit a fertility clinic?
If you have been trying to conceive for more than a year (or six months if you are over 35 years old), it is recommend that you undergo an evaluation. A fertility specialist can help determine why you are having difficulty and offer possible treatment options to help you conceive.
When should I start looking into IVF?
Many women think IVF is their first option if they want it, but the reality is many fertility doctors will tell you to try natural pregnancy first. “If you’re 30 to 35, you should try for at least six months and if it’s not working, then you do a workup to see what to target,” says Dr.
When should we do IVF treatment?
For example, IVF may be an option if you or your partner has:
- Fallopian tube damage or blockage.
- Ovulation disorders.
- Endometriosis.
- Uterine fibroids.
- Previous tubal sterilization or removal.
- Impaired sperm production or function.
- Unexplained infertility.
- A genetic disorder.
What do I need to know before going to a fertility clinic?
8 Things to Try Before Seeing a Fertility Specialist
- Keep a Calendar. Knowing your cycle can give you a big advantage.
- Use a Fertility Monitor.
- Check Your Lubrication.
- Check Your Menu.
- Check Your Composition.
- Quit Smoking.
- Don’t Blame Yourself.
- Time.
Can you do IVF every month?
A fresh IVF cycle should not be done two months in a row without a menstrual cycle in between them. That means waiting about 4 to 6 weeks after the embryo transfer and negative pregnancy test to start another full cycle for most women. Doing this several times in a row is referred to as having back to back IVF cycles.
What happens at first IVF appointment?
The specialist will ask about your fertility history, and may carry out a physical examination. Women may have tests to check the levels of hormones in their blood and how well their ovaries are working. They may also have an ultrasound scan or X-ray to see if there are any blockages or structural problems.