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Before starting treatment, there are a few things you can do to prepare for an IVF cycle. Many of the recommendations below are not only beneficial for a successful IVF cycle, but they are also beneficial to your overall health.<br>
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Before starting IVF treatment, there are few things you can do to prepare for an IVF cycle. • Many of the recommendations below are not only beneficial for a successful IVF cycle, but they are also beneficial to your overall health.
Increase sperm health: • Avoiding harmful environmental factors such as smoking, heat exposure, strenuous exercise, toxins, certain medications, or excessive alcohol consumption. • Exercise and a healthy diet can help you reduce stress and maintain a healthy body weight.
Include supplements in your diet: Include supplements in your diet: A woman can take certain supplements to prepare for IVF. Vitamin D: It is important to check your vitamin D levels to make sure you are not deficient in vitamin D. Getting enough vitamin D can improve your body's response to IVF treatment. Prenatal vitamins: Prenatal vitamins are often recommended when trying to conceive.
Maintain a healthy weight: • An unhealthy BMI can affect pregnancy rates, increase the risk of miscarriage and lead to poor IVF outcomes. • Before you start trying to get pregnant, talk to your doctor about what a healthy BMI is for you. • This increases your chances of IVF success and reduces your risk of complications after you become pregnant.
Control your stress levels: • Stress and mental health affect your overall health and can interfere with pregnancy and IVF success. • Mental and emotional stress can lead to additional physical stress, which negatively affects your body. • It's also important to maintain healthy sleep habits, which are often disrupted by extra stress throughout the day.
Caffeine and alcohol consumption: • It is important to keep track of your daily caffeine intake. Too much caffeine can impair your ability to conceive during your IVF cycle. • Caffeine consumption should be reduced or eliminated while you prepare for your IVF cycle.
Check your medications: • Tell your fertility doctor about any medications you are taking as you prepare to start your IVF cycle. • Some medications can interfere with fertility medications or cause hormonal imbalances. • Make a list of all medications you take, including common medications such as thyroid medications, and skin products. • Medications for depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions should be discussed with your IVF doctor.
Initial consultation with IVF experts: • We recommend that you ask as many questions as necessary during your initial consultation to feel comfortable and confident about moving forward. • The IVF process is extensive and detailed and it is important to be prepared for what may take the next few weeks/months. • It is always best to consult with a fertility specialist to ensure you have the best and most up-to-date medical information and methods available.
