How does IVF affect the body during pregnancy?
Test tube baby is a kind of fertility method that uses assisted reproductive technology to culture the fertilized eggs in vitro, and then transfer the embryos to the mother's uterus to develop into a fetus. For the mother of IVF, the pregnancy period experienced a series of physical changes and physiological reactions different from natural pregnancy. This article will elaborate on the physical impact of IVF on pregnancy from four aspects.
Changes in hormone levels
In the process of IVF, mothers need to inject ovulation promoting drugs to stimulate ovarian development, and use hormone drugs such as progesterone to maintain embryo implantation after taking eggs. These drugs will have a greater impact on the maternal hormone levels. During pregnancy, progesterone (progesterone) levels will continue to rise to maintain the stability of the endometrium and promote the successful implantation of the embryo into the fetus. This may also lead to symptoms related to hormone level changes, such as breast pain, emotional fluctuations, etc., in the early pregnancy of IVF mothers.
In addition, in the late pregnancy, the amount of synthetic progesterone will gradually decrease, making the maternal hormone level return to the state of natural pregnancy. The regulation of this hormone may affect the psychological and physiological status of IVF mothers during pregnancy.
Changes in physical symptoms
The physical symptoms of IVF mothers during pregnancy will also be different. First, due to the increase of hormone levels and changes in metabolism in the body, IVF mothers may experience pregnancy reactions, such as nausea, vomiting, and appetite changes. This is due to the effects of hormones such as progesterone on the gastrointestinal tract.
Secondly, IVF mothers may be more tired than mothers who are naturally pregnant. This is because in the process of assisted reproduction, the mother needs to receive multiple hormone injections and surgical procedures, as well as emotional stress, which will cause a certain burden on the mother.
In addition, IVF mothers also need to pay special attention to physical changes during pregnancy. Due to the influence of embryo transfer and other operations, they often need regular prenatal examination to ensure the normal development of the fetus. This will bring them more physical and mental pressure.
Emotional and psychological changes
IVF mothers may experience more emotional ups and downs during pregnancy. Due to the effect of hormones such as progesterone, they may have emotional reactions such as mood fluctuation, anxiety, worry and high tension. Especially in the waiting period after embryo implantation, they may feel particularly nervous and worry about whether the embryo can be implanted successfully.
In addition, IVF mothers may face different pressures from relatives, friends, society and themselves. This includes questioning the moral and ethical issues of assisted reproductive technology, and increasing expectations and responsibilities of IVF mothers. These factors will affect the psychological status of IVF mothers.
Changes in late pregnancy
When IVF mothers enter the third trimester of pregnancy, they may experience physical changes similar to those of naturally pregnant mothers. Pregnant women's weight gain, feeling of fetal movement and abdominal discomfort related to fetal development may occur.
In a word, the physical effects of IVF on pregnancy are mainly reflected in the changes of hormone levels, physical symptoms, emotions and psychology, as well as changes in late pregnancy. IVF mothers need to face more physical and psychological challenges than natural pregnancy, and need more attention and support. The assistance of hospitals and professional doctors is very important. They can provide proper guidance and care to ensure the health of mothers and babies.
summary
The physical effects of IVF on pregnancy mainly include changes in hormone levels, changes in physical symptoms, emotional and psychological changes, and changes in late pregnancy. IVF mothers need to face unique physical and psychological challenges during pregnancy, and need the attention and support of hospitals and professional doctors.
