The Embryo Transfer
This is the step where the created embryo is finally transferred back to the body in hopes of achieving pregnancy. We’ll explain a little below about what you should expect for this exciting process!
Before the Embryo Transfer
At the baseline (first) monitoring appointment of the cycle, you’ll decide which embryo to transfer. Life IVF generally transfers one embryo at a time for patient safety.
If interested in transferring two embryos or an embryos with certain test results, you’ll need to consult with the physician to discuss the choice and sign certain documents. You should also ensure you’ve completed all consent forms.
Day of the Transfer
The day of your visit, remember not to use any perfume, scented lotion, or other products as fragrances can be very harmful to embryos. You will receive specific instructions about what medication to skip for the day and what medication to bring to the office for your visit.
The Transfer Procedure
Try to arrive for the procedure 30 minutes before your scheduled time!
Once you’re called in, the procedure itself is quick and doesn’t require sedation. Afterwards, you’ll generally take ~10 minutes to relax before being ready to head home. You’ll receive specific instructions on your medication regimen for supporting and maintaining your body in the process.
Rest and Recovery
Just relax, stay positive, and find time to have some fun!
Anecdotally, we’ve definitely seen patients positive throughout the process finding more success than those who’ve been too stressed or self-critical. In the short term, avoid any strenuous activity that may increase your heart rate, as well as alcohol, smoking, spa/sauna, or sexual interecourse.
Make sure to continue using medication as recommended by the team.
What’s Next?
Five days after the Embryo Transfer will be your first progesterone check, and four days thereafter will be your first pregnancy check followed by another confirmation one just a couple days later. With luck that moves you into the final step of the process:
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What patients are saying
This is my 3rd baby from Life IVF Center (4 pregnancies, one resulted in a late miscarriage). I am so thankful for Dr. Yelian and his staff. Since I have done 5 egg retrievals and 5 separate embryo transfers, I have been able to get to know Dr. Yelian at a personal level. Not only is he very meticulous with his work, he also spends time to individualize each plan to cater exactly to your needs and specific levels per cycle. For example, I was on different levels of medication from the first time I saw him in 2010, to the most recent time in 2015 (as I became older). Each time I visit he has updated his technology, has attended new conferences, and is providing me with the most up-to-date plan. I appreciate not only his pricing, I love that he offers mini-stim-IVF for less impact on my body, and also that he gives quality care. Thank you!!!
R.T.
IVF Patient
Utah, USA
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What patients are saying
Our infertility journey began with one failed round of conventional IVF. As we were contemplating what to do next, a friend referred us to Life IVF clinic. After three rounds of egg retrieval and fertilization, we only wound up with 2 genetically healthy embryos, both of which miraculously resulted in two singleton births of a girl and boy. This is the best possible outcome that we could have asked for, none of which would have been possible without the care of the entire team at Life IVF. This was truly a team effort. In fact, after three failed attempts at preparing for the embryo transfer, it was a nurse who noted that I had a shorter cycle and suggested that we modify my monitoring. This ultimately led to our first successful pregnancy.
G.L.
IVF Patient
California, USA
