Why you should always have a Plan B before starting an IVF cycle?
Before starting an IVF cycle, it's crucial to have a Plan B to manage expectations and emotional impact, ensuring you stay informed, realistic, and prepared for all possible outcomes.
Author: Dr Aniruddha Malpani
Dr Aniruddha Malpani, MD, is an IVF specialist and the medical director of Malpani Infertility Clinic in Mumbai. He founded HELP, the world's largest free patient-education library, and Malpani Ventures, an angel fund backing early-stage Indian startups. He has authored several books on patient empowerment and writes here on IVF, entrepreneurship and education.
Always Verify What Your Doctor Says: Blind Trust Can Harm Your IVF Success
Two years, no success, and every doctor says something different. Dr Malpani on why you must verify what you're told, not just trust blindly.
Why you should demand photos of your embryos?
Demanding photos of your embryos ensures transparency and helps you avoid poor IVF clinics, giving you confidence in the quality of care and protecting you from misleading claims.
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Why you should insist that your doctor transfer your embryos only on Day 5: because blastocyst transfer has a higher success rate!
Insist on Day 5 blastocyst embryo transfer for higher IVF success rates, as early transfers on Day 2 or 3 often lead to lower implantation and higher risks. Choose clinics that grow embryos to Day 5 and share embryo photos for transparency.
Why you should not allow your doctor to transfer more than one embryo at a time?
Transferring multiple embryos at once increases pregnancy risks and reduces chances for frozen embryo storage, leading to higher costs and complications. Prioritizing single embryo transfer improves live birth outcomes and safety for both mother and baby.
Why you should not let your doctor do PGT/PGD/PGS when doing your IVF treatment
PGT/PGS only screens for chromosomal abnormalities, not all genetic defects, so relying on it during IVF may not improve success rates and can lead to false hopes and unnecessary costs.
Why you should not let your doctor transfer Day 3 embryos?
Avoid transferring Day 3 embryos as it lowers success rates and increases risks. Choose clinics confident in growing embryos to Day 5, ensuring better outcomes and transparency in your IVF treatment.
Why your doctor doesn’t listen to you – and what you can do about it
Doctors often rely on checklists and may not fully listen to your concerns. Learn six practical tips to ensure your story is heard and improve communication for better diagnosis and care.
Why are IVF pregnancies mostly Twins?
IVF twin pregnancies are often due to transferring multiple embryos to boost success rates, but current best practices recommend single embryo transfer to reduce complications and improve outcomes.