Sage-Tips

Is bed rest compulsory after IVF?

So, do you need bed rest after an embryo transfer? The simple answer is no. A study in 1997 demonstrated that even a 24-hour bed rest didn’t produce any better outcomes than a 20-minute rest period.

Is bed rest good for IVF?

This study shows that a 24 h period of bed rest following embryo transfer is not associated with a better outcome of the IVF-embryo transfer when compared with a 20 min rest period. Prolonged bed rest does not appear to influence the implantation rate after IVF-embryo transfer.

How long should you rest after IVF?

The first 24 hours after an embryo is transferred are most likely the most critical. It is within this time frame that an embryo has to “attach” to the uterine wall before it can fully implant, which may take several days. Therefore, for the first one to two days, stay home and chill out.

Can I sit on floor after embryo transfer?

When you do go home, you absolutely have a prescription to be a “couch potato.” You can sit up and watch TV, or work on your laptop or your iPad. Your position does not matter. The first 24 hours after an embryo is transferred are most likely the most critical.

Is bed rest advice for IVF patients practical?

Talking about bed rest during IVF, the need for the same is addressed to the time when embryo transfer is done. Is bed rest advice actually practical for IVF patients? IVF is not a new treatment.

Is bed rest the best way to prepare for embryo transfer?

Bed rest can actually have a negative impact on the patient as it can create unnecessary stress about the outcome, as the woman lies down idle in bed. On the other hand, staying active and happy can help women cope with the two week wait period (the time period between embryo transfer and confirmation of pregnancy) with a more positive approach.

What happens when you get pregnant after IVF?

When an infertile patient gets pregnant after IVF , they are on top of the world. All that hard work and effort has finally paid off – and you can now look forward to cradling your baby in your arms soon ! However, there are still 8 months to go before your baby is born – and the pregnancy can be packed with anxiety and suspense.

Do pregnant women need bed rest to prevent miscarriage?

Isn’t it “common sense” that pregnant women need bed rest to prevent a miscarriage – after all, this is what doctors ( and midwives) have been advising for generations, so it must be true ! Won’t walking around cause the baby to fall out?