Are there any restrictions on physical or personal activities during an IVF cycle?
Alcohol should be avoided during infertility treatment and pregnancy. Some medications may interfere with the fertility medications prescribed, some are not safe to use before an operation or medical procedure, and others might interfere with ovulation or pregnancy implantation. A prenatal or multivitamin will be prescribed. Please inform Dr. Pinto, if you are taking any prescribed or over the counter medication. Stop smoking before ovulation induction begins. It is best to discontinue tobacco at least 2 months prior to an IVF cycle. Tobacco has been demonstrated to be toxic to the oocyte (egg). Numerous studies have also demonstrated that smoking during pregnancy results in reduced birth weight and fetal compromise. Heavy exercise such as aerobics, jogging, weight lifting etc. is prohibited during ovarian stimulation and until the pregnancy test results are known.
