Preparation before IVF
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which can help couples who cannot conceive naturally due to various reasons to realize their reproductive dreams. Before IVF, some preparations are necessary. This article will elaborate the preparation before IVF from four aspects: physical health, psychological preparation, hospital selection and economic preparation.
Preparation for good health
Before IVF, both husband and wife need to have a physical examination to ensure their health. First of all, the woman needs to carry out gynecological examination, including functional examination of uterus, ovary and fallopian tube, to determine whether there is any abnormality that needs treatment. The man needs to conduct semen analysis to check the quantity and quality of sperm. In addition, both parties also need to carry out genetic disease screening to avoid risks to offspring caused by carrying genetic diseases.
In addition to physical examination, both husband and wife should also pay attention to adjusting their living habits and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This includes quitting smoking and drinking, maintaining an appropriate weight, eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly. Healthy physical condition plays an important role in the success rate of IVF.
The Importance of Psychological Preparation
In the process of IVF, both husband and wife will experience some physical and psychological pressure. Therefore, psychological preparation before IVF is very important. First, both husband and wife need to fully communicate, clarify their expectations and concerns, support each other and maintain a positive attitude. Secondly, you can participate in psychological counseling or join relevant support groups, communicate with other couples who have experienced similar situations, share experience and feelings, and reduce stress. In addition, couples can also try some relaxation methods, such as yoga and meditation, to improve their mental health.
Select the right hospital
Choosing the right hospital is very important for the success of IVF. Couples can consult friends, family doctors or the Internet to check the hospital's evaluation and credibility. Choose a formal professional reproductive hospital to understand its equipment, technical level and the experience and qualification of the doctor team. In addition, factors such as geographical location, transportation convenience and medical expenses should also be considered when selecting hospitals.
After choosing the hospital, both the husband and wife need to consult with the doctor in detail to understand the whole process and possible risks of IVF, and jointly develop a treatment plan suitable for themselves. Establishing good communication and trust relationship with doctors can guarantee the success rate of IVF.
Economic preparation
Test tube baby is a high medical cost, and both husband and wife need to make financial preparations. First of all, we should understand the cost composition of IVF, including medical costs, drug costs and related inspection costs. You can communicate with the hospital to understand the details of the costs and possible additional costs. Secondly, both husband and wife can consider purchasing medical insurance for IVF to reduce economic pressure. In addition, relevant funding plans and institutions can also be found to obtain financial support.
To sum up, preparations before IVF include physical health preparation, psychological preparation, selection of appropriate hospitals and economic preparation. Both husband and wife need to keep healthy, adjust their living habits, and have a comprehensive physical examination. Psychologically, they should maintain a positive attitude and fully communicate and support with each other. Select a suitable hospital, consult with doctors in detail and make treatment plans. And make economic preparation, understand the cost and look for financial support. Adequate preparation can improve the success rate of IVF and allow couples to better welcome their babies.
