What To Expect During Your First Ivf Cycle

By Author: Dr Shivani Sachdev Gour
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Embarking on your first IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) journey can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’ve been trying to conceive for a while or recently received a diagnosis of infertility, IVF offers new hope. At SCI IVF Hospital, recognized as the best IVF centre in Delhi, we understand how important it is for patients to feel informed, supported, and confident during their fertility journey.

Step-by-Step Overview of Your First IVF Cycle

1. Initial Consultation & Fertility Evaluation
Your IVF journey begins with a detailed consultation. At SCI IVF Hospital, your medical history, past treatments (if any), and current health status are reviewed. Blood tests, ultrasound scans, and semen analysis are conducted to assess reproductive health. Dr Shivani Sachdev Gour ensures that every patient gets a tailored plan based on their unique fertility profile.

2. Ovarian Stimulation
Once your cycle begins, you'll be given hormonal injections to stimulate your ovaries to produce multiple eggs. This process typically lasts 8–14 days. During this time, you’ll have regular ultrasound scans ...
... and hormone tests to monitor follicle growth.

3. Egg Retrieval (Oocyte Pick-Up)
When the follicles are ready, a trigger injection is administered to mature the eggs. Approximately 36 hours later, egg retrieval is performed under mild sedation. This is a minimally invasive procedure and usually takes about 20–30 minutes.

4. Sperm Collection
On the same day as the egg retrieval, a semen sample is collected from your partner (or donor). The best quality sperm is selected for fertilization.

5. Fertilization & Embryo Culture
The retrieved eggs are fertilized with sperm in a lab. The fertilized embryos are monitored for 3–5 days, and their growth is carefully observed by the embryology team.

6. Embryo Transfer
A healthy embryo is selected and transferred into the uterus using a thin catheter. This is a painless, non-surgical procedure. Any extra embryos of good quality can be frozen for future use.

7. The Two-Week Wait
After embryo transfer, you’ll be prescribed medications to support implantation and early pregnancy. A blood test is scheduled about 10–14 days later to confirm if the treatment was successful.

Emotional and Physical Support During IVF
The IVF journey is as much emotional as it is physical. At SCI IVF Hospital, we prioritize compassionate care, counseling, and constant communication. Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour and her experienced team are always available to address your concerns, offering the emotional strength and reassurance you need during this delicate time.

Why Choose SCI IVF Hospital?
• Advanced IVF technology & high success rates
• Led by renowned fertility expert Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour
• Personalized treatment plans
• Comfortable and patient-friendly environment

Recognized as the best IVF centre in Delhi, SCI IVF Hospital has helped thousands of couples fulfill their dream of parenthood.

Conclusion
Your first IVF cycle can feel like a leap into the unknown, but with expert guidance, advanced technology, and emotional support, you can navigate it with confidence. Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour and the team at SCI IVF Hospital are here to walk beside you every step of the way. https://www.drshivanisachdevgour.com

Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour, Founder & Director of SCI Healthcare, SCI IVF is a state of the art fertility centre located in Kailash Colony, New Delhi.