Today in the world more than 4 million babies born via tubes. And this is a fairly large number of children. If the couple was diagnosed with infertility, then there is no need to despair. Nowadays, medicine has reached a point where a child can be conceived and carried out artificially. And about how to behave after the transfer of the embryo, about the procedure itself, its features, stages and subsequent behavior of a woman is written in this article.
The essence of IVF treatment
The essence of the IVF method is as follows: a woman gets the required number of eggs. Then they are fertilized in specially created conditions using the sperm of a husband or donor. A ready-made fertilized egg is introduced into the woman’s uterus.
Treatment with this method lasts about a month and consists of four stages.
During treatment it is necessary to strictly adhere to all the recommendations of the doctor. This applies not only to women, but also to men.
Stage IVF Method
Stage 1 - stimulation of superovulation. This step is carried out to ensure that the chances of pregnancy were great. At this stage, the woman takes special medications that contribute to the maturation of several follicles in her, from which several eggs are then taken out.
Stage 2 - obtaining an egg. The egg is removed in the case when it is fully ripe.
Stage 3 - fertilization of the egg. It is carried in a special container, which added to her husband handed over sperm.
Stage 4 - embryo transfer. Usually, two embryos are transferred to increase the chances so that one of them is taken for sure.
Check for pregnancy after embryo transfer
A check for pregnancy is carried out by a blood test, as well as by ultrasound.
To determine pregnancy, the usual test after embryo transfer, in which urine is used, will not work. It may show incorrect information. It will turn out to be positive, but in fact it will be negative, or vice versa. Therefore, a reliable version of the definition of pregnancy - blood donation.
Analysis of the need to pass on the 12th day after the IVF procedure. If the procedure is successful, the blood will be the hormone beta-hCG. It is he who is an indicator that the long-awaited pregnancy has come. If there is no hormone, then, accordingly, pregnancy has not occurred.
There are times when hCG levels are insufficient and it is assumed that there is no pregnancy, but in fact it proceeds quite successfully. In such a situation, it is necessary to conduct an ultrasound of the uterus, on which it will already be clear whether the embryo was attached or not.
Details about hCG analysis
HCG is a hormone that is produced by the cells of the shell of the embryo. The indicators of this hormone show exactly whether there is a pregnancy or not. HCG after embryo transfer is performed on day 12 after the IVF procedure. Spend it by taking blood from a vein.
So, if there is a pregnancy, the hormone indices increased twice every day. If there is no pregnancy, then the hormone level is normal or below normal.
In addition to detecting pregnancy, an analysis of hCG after embryo transfer can also determine other features or abnormalities in the body of a woman or fetus, such as:
- the presence in the uterus of two or even three embryos;
- the presence of Down syndrome in the child, other malformations;
- diabetes or gestosis in a pregnant woman;
- ectopic pregnancy;
- danger of miscarriage or a frozen pregnancy.
As you can see, such an analysis is extremely important and necessary in order, firstly, to correctly establish the presence of pregnancy, and secondly, to catch up on time and take certain measures to save a woman or a child.
Behavior and lifestyle of a woman undergoing IVF
How to behave after the embryo transfer, should tell your treating doctor. After IVF, a woman should take care of herself so that the fetus strengthens and pregnancy occurs. After this procedure, the expectant mother should carefully monitor her lifestyle and nutrition for about a month. More about everything.
Regarding the lifestyle, we can say that no physical exertion during this period can be carried out. Even if a woman was professionally involved in sports before IVF, after the procedure any physical activity is contraindicated. You also can not lift weights more than 2 kg, so that the embryo can be displaced, which subsequently lead to complications. As for sexual activity, here the answer is categorical - no sex for 2 weeks after the procedure.
A woman's nutrition should be rational and healthy. No greasy, spicy, sweet food. About smoking and alcohol in general should be forgotten, better forever.
It is very important at this time the emotional state of a woman. Any stress and nerves can play with it bad joke. Therefore, categorically it is impossible to be nervous.
If, after the procedure you started menstruating, then only use gaskets. Never use swabs for this purpose.
Embryo transfer: how to behave
1. Eat foods rich in proteins, vitamins and all the necessary trace elements (fish, meat, vegetables, fruits).
2. As a sedative, you can take the mood of valerian or motherwort. No chemical compounds are worth consuming.
3. Walking in the fresh air are required. You need to go on foot to a favorite park, public garden. Why on foot? Because it is during this period that the embryo is well located, which in the future will lead to a long-awaited pregnancy.
4. Do your favorite thing. For example, knitting or embroidery. This pastime calms and sets in a good mood.
Now you know how to behave after embryo transfer, and be sure to use all the recommendations.
An increase in basal temperature after embryo implantation and other signs of pregnancy
Some women after the IVF procedure begin to worry about the fact that they have a fever. Their experiences are understandable, because during this period it is impossible to get colds, because the embryo may not get along. Still nervous about it not worth it, especially after the introduction of the embryos into the cavity of the uterus. Conversely, temperature after embryo transfer is normal.
Representatives of the fair sex after the IVF procedure should measure and record body temperature readings daily for two weeks, using a conventional thermometer. If the temperature fluctuates between 37-37.5 degrees, then, then, the embryo is fixed, and after two weeks you need to pass a test that will report that the long-awaited pregnancy has arrived.
In addition to high temperature, signs of pregnancy can be seen on some of the changes in a woman's body. For example, the mammary glands can swell, and the nipple halo will turn brown. The girl will begin to respond to smells. Pain in the lower abdomen may also be felt. Perhaps even an intestinal upset.
All these signs will indicate that the woman will soon become a mother.
IVF treatment fee
Such a procedure varies greatly in price, based on the country in which it is carried out.
In vitro fertilization, the price may be:
- In Russia, a fertilization method will cost US $ 3,000-10,000 depending on the complexity and characteristics of the female body.
- In Ukraine, such a procedure will cost less - $ 1,500-5,000, if the clinic is ordinary, and more expensive - up to $ 20,000, if elite.
- In the USA, IVF procedure will cost 12000-15000 dollars.
The effectiveness of the IVF method
Pregnancy after embryo transfer does not always occur. According to statistics, 40% of women who are trying to have a baby with IVF achieve a positive result. And this is the first attempt. It happens that you can’t immediately get pregnant, but you need to try further. The result will certainly be in subsequent attempts. And even if a woman was lucky and she gave birth to a child with the help of IVF, then the second pregnancy can occur in her naturally. Often in 60-80% of cases this is exactly what happens.
Factors that affect the successful implementation and subsequent positive result of IVF treatments
- The age of a woman. The younger she is, the greater the chance of a positive result on the first try.
- Excellent quality sperm spouse.
- Optimistic couple.
- The skill level of doctors. This applies to the procedure for transferring the embryo and the correct puncture.
- Timeliness of the ovum.
Now you know how to behave after embryo transfer. And if you decide on the IVF method, then this is absolutely the right decision. The main thing is to adhere to all the doctor's recommendations and take care of your nerves and your health. And if the first time does not come, then the second or third will necessarily result. The main thing - to believe and be optimistic.