What does IVF need to prepare?
In vitro fertilization (IVF) babies are developed by culturing the fertilized eggs to the embryonic stage in the laboratory through artificial assisted reproduction technology, and then implanting the embryos into the uterus of the expectant mother. The success rate of IVF is high, but it also requires a series of preparations. Next, we will elaborate from four aspects.
1. Hospital selection and doctor recommendation
Choosing the right hospital and doctor is an important step for IVF. First of all, it is more reliable to choose a formal specialized reproductive medicine hospital, which has a certain reputation and influence in the local area. For example, in Beijing, the Guidelines for China's IVF Hospital prepared by the People's Health Publishing House recommended professional institutions such as the Reproductive Center of the Children's Hospital affiliated to the Capital Institute of Pediatrics, and the Reproductive Medicine Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital.
Secondly, doctors' experience and professional level also determine the success rate of IVF. It is suggested that doctors recommended by experts should be consulted when selecting hospitals to understand their experience and research results in IVF. Face to face communication with doctors to understand the treatment plan, cycle and possible risks is an important reference for making decisions.
Finally, on the basis of hospital selection and doctor recommendation, we also need to know about hospital embryo culture technology, embryo transfer methods, pregnancy management and other related information to ensure the smooth progress of the whole IVF process.
2. Psychological preparation
The IVF treatment will experience a series of examinations, drug treatment, surgery and other processes, which may have a certain negative impact on women's physical and mental health. Therefore, both husband and wife need to be mentally prepared.
First, treat the success rate and risk of treatment rationally. IVF is not 100% successful, so both husband and wife need to be prepared and face uncertainty with a positive attitude.
Secondly, cultivate a good psychological state. Both husband and wife can reduce pressure and ease their emotions through psychological consultation, participation in support groups, and adjustment of living habits. There are also some formal psychological counseling institutions on Baidu Health Platform that have launched relevant psychological counseling services, which can help.
Finally, both husband and wife should maintain good communication and understanding, support and encourage each other. The treatment process of IVF is a long time, which requires both husband and wife to spend together. The establishment of a harmonious family atmosphere has a positive impact on the treatment and embryo implantation.
3. Physical examination and improvement of living habits
Before IVF treatment, women need to have a comprehensive physical examination. This includes gynecological examination, reproductive system examination, endocrine examination, etc. The physical condition of women can be understood through physical examination, and the factors that may affect the success of IVF can be excluded. If problems are found, treatment can be carried out in advance or the treatment plan can be adjusted to improve the success rate.
In addition, keeping good living habits is also an important part of improving the success rate of IVF. During IVF treatment, women should try to avoid staying up late, smoking, drinking and other bad habits, eat a balanced diet and exercise appropriately. Men should also pay attention to adjusting their diet to keep healthy.
4. Financial preparation
IVF treatment needs some financial support. Before starting treatment, couples need to fully understand the hospital's charging standards, estimate the required costs, and make financial preparations. In addition to the treatment costs, it is also necessary to consider the possible cost of missed work, as well as the costs incurred during pregnancy and baby rearing after successful subsequent embryo transfer.
For couples with limited economic conditions, we can learn about the relevant social welfare policies, such as the National Health Commission giving certain subsidies to some costs of IVF treatment.
Summary
For IVF treatment, hospital selection and doctor recommendation, psychological preparation, comprehensive physical examination, lifestyle adjustment and financial preparation are required. Through the above four aspects of preparation, we can improve the success rate of IVF, and also provide better security and support for both spouses.
