How to Improve Your Chances of IVF Success: Expert Tips
Undergoing IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is a major emotional and physical journey for couples dealing with infertility. While modern fertility treatments offer hope, the success of IVF depends on several key factors. The good news? You can improve many of these factors with the right lifestyle, medical care, and mindset.
Introduction: Boosting IVF Success—Is It Possible?
In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a ray of hope for many couples struggling with infertility. But once the decision is made, the big question arises—can you do anything to increase your chances of IVF success? The answer is yes. While medical expertise and technology play a major role, there are several factors—both physical and emotional—that can significantly impact your IVF outcome.
1. Start with a Thorough Fertility Evaluation
Before IVF begins, both partners should undergo a detailed fertility assessment. This helps your fertility specialist understand the root cause of infertility—whether it’s due to ovulation issues, sperm quality, uterine conditions, or genetic factors. Accurate diagnosis leads to better-targeted treatments.
🔍 Expert Tip: Ask for tests like AMH levels, AFC count, semen analysis, and thyroid profile before your IVF cycle.
2. Choose the Right IVF Centre
The IVF centre you choose makes a huge difference. Centres like Ayuh Fertility in Ahmedabad offer advanced labs, skilled embryologists, and personalised protocols—which all boost the chances of success. Look for:
Use of modern technology (like ICSI, IMSI, PGD/PGS)
Transparent communication
Qualified fertility specialists
👩⚕️ Expert Tip: Always check the clinic’s success rate per embryo transfer, not just per cycle started.
3. Follow a Fertility-Friendly Diet
Your body needs to be in its best health to support conception and pregnancy. A nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet can enhance egg and sperm quality. Include:
Leafy greens, fruits, whole grains
Omega-3 rich foods (like walnuts and flaxseeds)
❌ Avoid: processed foods, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine in excess.
🥗 Expert Tip: Consider adding fertility supplements like CoQ10, folic acid, and Vitamin D after consulting your doctor.
Stress can negatively affect hormone levels, ovulation, and sperm production. IVF is a demanding process emotionally, so managing stress is crucial.
🧘♀️ Expert Tip: Practice yoga, meditation, or take counseling support. At Ayuh Fertility, we offer emotional counseling for IVF couples.
5. Maintain a Healthy Weight
Being underweight or overweight can interfere with hormone balance and ovulation. A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered ideal for IVF success.
🏃♀️ Expert Tip: A modest 5–10% weight loss (if overweight) can improve fertility outcomes significantly.
6. Avoid Smoking, Alcohol, and Toxins
Smoking affects egg and sperm quality, while alcohol can disturb hormone levels and reduce embryo implantation chances. Toxins like BPA (found in plastics) can harm reproductive health.
🚭 Expert Tip: Start detoxifying at least 3 months before starting your IVF cycle.
7. Follow Your Doctor’s Protocol Diligently
Each IVF protocol is tailored to your condition. Taking medications on time, attending all ultrasounds, and following post-transfer care guidelines are crucial.
💊 Expert Tip: Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Understanding your treatment plan increases confidence and compliance.
8. Consider Advanced Techniques When Needed
Sometimes, adding methods like:
ICSI (for male factor infertility),
Laser Assisted Hatching (for older women),
PGT-A (to screen embryos genetically),
…can improve chances of success.
🧬 Expert Tip: Ask your doctor if these techniques are right for your case.
9. Prioritize Rest After Embryo Transfer (But Don’t Overdo)
After the embryo transfer, light rest is advised—but complete bed rest is unnecessary unless your doctor recommends it.
🛌 Expert Tip: Keep calm, hydrate well, and avoid strenuous activities. Trust the process.
