How Do You Prepare For IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?
Trying in-vitro fertilization (IVF) is an exciting venture. Knowing what to expect in advance can help you be prepared and relieve a lot of stress. The IVF process requires tremendous commitment because you will have numerous appointments for blood draws and you will also have to discipline yourself with a routine for the at-home injections. So, the most important thing you can do to prepare is to keep a clear schedule for a couple of months. Don’t plan anything that requires you to be away from home and try to keep your life as event-free as possible. Have a support system in place. This may be a husband, sister, friend, therapist, or someone else who will be there for you. You may not need this person but it’s helpful to share with someone what you are going through and perhaps have someone to help you with appointments or injections. Keep a date book with you at all times. IVF is a very time-sensitive process and you will constantly need to record dates and times for procedures, rou