In vitro fertilization, or IVF, is a process to aid fertilization by combining the egg and sperm outside the womb, or in vitro. If fertilization occurs, the fertilized egg is placed into the woman’s uterus. The steps involved in IVF include stimulating the development of eggs and collecting them outside the body, introducing sperm for fertilization and growth and transferring the fertilized egg into the uterus.
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Preparation for In Vitro Fertilization:
“There can be a lot of anxiety arising from infertility, the expense of treatment, the weeks of injections and the extremely high levels of hormones involved, so include stress reduction (for example, talking to a professional, yoga, meditation) in your plans.”
“Choose a doctor who explains everything, in advance, and to your satisfaction.”
“Ask your doctor any questions and keep asking a question — in different ways — until you understand the answer.”
“Don’t stress over the retrieval procedure itself; it is not difficult.”
After In Vitro Fertilization:
“Report any pain or discomfort to the doctor or nurses. Do not hesitate to communicate.”
