When you are told IVF is a viable option for you, to achieve your dream…
IVF Explained
The 10 stages of IVF – An introduction
For most people, the IVF journey follows an initial meeting with your local doctor who…
STAGE 1 | Make an appointment with your doctor on the first day of your period
Once you get your period, give your clinic a call. They will ask you to…
STAGE 2 | Down regulation for 1-4 weeks
If your doctor has decided that the long protocol is your course of action, then…
STAGE 3 | Stimulation Treatment Starts
A few days after your period starts you’ll be given FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) in…
STAGE 4 | Treatment monitoring
On day five of stimulation treatment, you’ll be given blood and ultrasound tests. These continue…
STAGE 5 | Trigger Shot
This is a very exciting moment within the IVF cycle – the trigger shot! This…
STAGE 6 Egg collection
Around 34–40 hours after your Trigger Shot, and just before ovulation, your eggs are collected.…
STAGE 7 | Embryo fertilization and development.
Your precious eggs will now be placed in special fluid and stored in an incubator.…
STAGE 8 | Embryo transfer
The whole IVF cycle now depends on this delicate transfer. This usually takes place on…