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The first step in the in vitro fertilization process is to schedule a consultation with a fertility clinic. This visit will help you decide if you want to proceed and what is involved in the process. You’ll want to allow at least 90 minutes for your appointment or ask the clinic how long your appointment will be. For some couples or individuals, it can be an emotional experience, so you might consider taking the rest of the day off work to process the visit.

Your consultation will probably take place in an office, not an exam room. Your doctor will want to know your medical history, as well as the medical history of the partner you’re trying to conceive with, if there is one. If you have a long family or personal medical history, consider writing it down and bringing the document with you.

Next, your doctor will discuss your goals and share your treatment options. You will decide with your doctor how aggressively to pursue in vitro. It will depend on your budget and your ability and willingness to participate in what is ultimately a time-consuming process. It will help to have your calendar on hand to discuss future appointments and schedule treatments.

in vitroYour doctor may also order lab tests to be done that day, or in the near future, and you may also meet with a genetic counselor. You will also learn what you need to do to prepare physically and emotionally for in vitro fertilization. Start a smoking cessation program, begin a healthy diet and exercise regimen, and start taking the vitamins and medications your doctor recommends.

Working with a fertility clinic is the first step in what can be a long and emotional process toward parenthood. If you’d like support, ask your doctor to recommend a therapist who has worked with couples and individuals who are navigating the challenges of infertility.

 

Pacific In Vitro Fertilization Institute in Honolulu, HI, has been helping couples grow their families since 1985. This fertility clinic combines a compassionate approach with the latest technology in in vitro fertilization and fertility preservation. Whether you’re experiencing infertility or you are an LGBT couple looking to conceive, these physicians can help you realize your dream of raising a family. Call (808) 946-2226 to schedule or send a secure email online if you have questions.

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