Preparation before IVF
Test tube baby is a kind of assisted reproductive technology. Many couples have realized their dream of childbearing through this method. However, before IVF, a series of preparations are needed to ensure the smooth progress of the whole process. This article will discuss how to prepare for IVF from four aspects.
1. Find a suitable hospital
First, it is very important to choose a suitable hospital. The following points can be considered when selecting hospitals:
Professional background and experience : Ensure that the hospital has professional background and rich experience, which can improve the success rate of the whole IVF process.
Equipment and technology : It is very important to know whether the hospital is equipped with advanced IVF equipment and advanced reproductive technology for the success rate.
Public praise and reputation : It is necessary to find the reputation and credibility of the hospital. You can obtain relevant information by checking the hospital's official website, consulting other patients or referring to the medical review website.
Once the right hospital is selected, appointment consultation is the next very important preparation.
2. Professional consultation
After selecting the hospital, making an appointment and conducting professional consultation is an important preparation before IVF. Professional consultation usually includes the following aspects:
Doctor interview : Conduct face-to-face interviews with IVF doctors to understand the whole process and possible risks of IVF in the hospital, and answer all questions.
physical examination : The doctor may require a series of physical examinations to assess the physical condition of you and your spouse, including blood tests, endocrine tests, etc.
Psychological assessment Interview with a psychologist to assess whether the couple's psychological state before IVF is suitable for this process.
Professional consultation will help couples better understand the process and risks of IVF and prepare for the next steps.
3. Adjust living habits
Before IVF, couples need to adjust some living habits to improve the success rate of IVF:
Healthy diet : Reasonably arrange diet, take in rich nutrients, and avoid excessive or insufficient intake.
Quit smoking and drinking Research shows that smoking and drinking will reduce the success rate of IVF, and couples should try to quit smoking and drinking.
Moderate exercise Moderate exercise helps to improve physical fitness and regulate mental state, but it is necessary to avoid strenuous exercise or excessive fatigue.
Adjusting these living habits can create a better reproductive environment for IVF.
4. Economic and psychological preparation
Test tube baby is a high cost medical technology, which requires couples to be financially prepared. Couples can consider the following aspects:
medical expense : Understand the charging standard and payment method of the hospital, and make corresponding budget.
Insurance coverage : Confirm whether the medical insurance covers the cost of IVF. If not, consider purchasing relevant insurance.
In addition, there may be some challenges in the process of IVF. Couples need to be prepared, establish a good family support system, encourage and understand each other.
By finding a suitable hospital, conducting professional consultation, adjusting living habits and making economic and psychological preparations, couples can make full preparations in the process of IVF and lay a solid foundation for a healthy baby.
