
When Should a Couple Consult a Fertility Specialist?
Most fertility specialists suggest a consultation after trying to conceive for one year without success if the woman is under 35, or after six months if she is 35 or older.

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Most fertility specialists suggest a consultation after trying to conceive for one year without success if the woman is under 35, or after six months if she is 35 or older.

Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation) is a process where a woman's eggs are retrieved, frozen, and stored for potential future use.

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a laboratory technique used alongside IVF, in which a single sperm is injected directly into an egg to help fertilization occur.

A fertility evaluation is a structured process of history-taking and testing for both partners, used to understand what may be affecting a couple's ability to conceive.

AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is a blood test commonly used to estimate ovarian reserve — a general indicator of the number of eggs remaining, not their quality.

Male infertility evaluation typically starts with a detailed history taking, examination followed by semen analysis, which looks at sperm count, movement (motility), and shape (morphology).

For many people, embryo transfer is the moment an IVF cycle suddenly feels very real. The procedure itself is usually brief, but the questions around it can feel much bigger: Will it hurt? Do I need to rest afterwards? Does the doctor know immediately whether it worked? This guide is designed to make transfer day easier to understand without turning it into a list of promises.

IVF is often described as one treatment, but for patients it feels more like a series of small milestones. Understanding the sequence can make the process less intimidating and easier to plan around work, family and travel. There is no single calendar that fits everyone, but most cycles move through the same broad stages.

The days after embryo transfer can feel strangely quiet. Treatment appointments slow down, but the mind often speeds up. Every cramp, twinge, discharge change or absence of symptoms can start to feel significant. The most useful thing to know is that the two-week wait is not a reliable symptom-reading exercise.
A fertility evaluation helps the specialist understand reproductive health before discussing treatment options. The plan may include history review and tests selected for the individual or couple.
IVF treatment planning begins with a consultation and individual evaluation. The care team explains the recommended steps, monitoring and available options.
IUI is one fertility treatment that may be discussed after evaluation. A fertility specialist can explain preparation, timing and whether it is appropriate for the patient.
ICSI is performed in-house at Conceiva Fertility. The fertility specialist discusses whether it may be considered after reviewing the patient’s evaluation and treatment plan.
Egg freezing may be discussed as part of fertility-preservation planning. Consultation and evaluation help patients understand the process and make an informed decision.