Introduction

Starting your journey toward parenthood through IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is both exciting and emotional. For many couples, it’s a carefully planned step after months or years of anticipation. At Dulacare, we believe successful IVF begins before treatment—with the right preconception care and lifestyle preparation.

1) Understand Your Fertility Together

A complete fertility assessment helps your care team tailor the plan and set expectations.

• Ovarian reserve & hormone testing

• Semen analysis (count, motility, morphology)

• Ultrasound and uterine cavity evaluation

• Review of medical history, medications, and lifestyle

  
  

2) Preconception Nutrition: Build the Foundation

Focus on whole foods and key nutrients that support egg and sperm quality:

• Folate, vitamin D, zinc, iron, omega-3s

• Plenty of colourful fruits/veg, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains

• Moderate caffeine, avoid alcohol and ultra-processed foods

• Aim for a healthy BMI; add protein to each meal

Consider a personalised preconception diet plan with Dulacare’s nutrition team → connect on whatsapp

3) Emotional Readiness & Couple Support

IVF can be intense. Emotional preparation improves resilience and adherence.

• Mindfulness or yoga 10–20 mins/day

• Couple check-ins; set communication norms

• Join a support group; consider IVF counselling → connect on whatsapp

4) Lifestyle Tweaks That Move the Needle

• Quit smoking/vaping, minimise alcohol

• 7–8 hours sleep; 150 mins/week moderate exercise

• Reduce exposure to toxins (plastics/solvents), prioritise home-cooked food

• Begin these ~3 months before IVF to align with gamete maturation cycles

5) Know the IVF Timeline

A typical Dulacare pathway:

1. Pre-IVF consult & testing

2. Ovarian stimulation with monitoring

3. Egg retrieval & fertilisation

4. Embryo culture & selection

5. Embryo transfer + luteal support

6. Follow-up testing and early pregnancy care

Quick Pre-IVF Checklist

• Both partners completed fertility workup

• Preconception labs + vaccinations reviewed

• Diet & supplements started

• Sleep, exercise, and stress plan in place

• Financial/leave planning done

• Counselling/support options chosen

Medical note: This content is educational and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always follow your fertility specialist’s recommendations.

FAQ

Q1. How soon before IVF should we start preparing?
Ideally 3 months prior to stimulation—this aligns with egg follicle recruitment and sperm development cycles.

Q2. Which supplements are commonly recommended before IVF?
Often folate, vitamin D, omega-3s, iron (if deficient), and CoQ10 may be considered. Your doctor will personalise doses.

Q3. Can stress really affect IVF outcomes?
High stress can impact sleep, hormones, adherence, and lifestyle. Structured stress-reduction and counselling help many couples.

Q4. Is caffeine okay before IVF?
Moderation (e.g., ≤1 cup/day) is usually acceptable; confirm personalised limits with your clinician.

Q5. What if initial tests show issues in one partner?
That’s precisely why pre-IVF assessment matters—your team can optimise treatment or suggest add-on care before starting.

IVF preparation, pre IVF checklist, preconception care, fertility for couples, IVF success tips, Dulacare IVF clinic, pregnancy planning India