At our live Q & A forum in January, we discussed some key topics for anyone navigating IVF.
This included how many embryos to expect at age 35, whether IVF protocols should be adjusted after previous cycles, and the option of embryo banking with PGT-A to select healthy embryos.
We also covered choosing donor sperm or eggs, including ancestry and genetic considerations, nutrition and supplements to support fertility, and ways to improve sperm health.
Other important areas included gender screening, emotional support, fertility coaching, and building a strong support network – especially for solo parents.
Questions
- I am 35 years old. What is the approximate range for the "average number of embryos available per egg retrieval cycle/usable embryos" for this age group? 00.04.10
- I am having IVF via the NHS. My first round resulted in a failed transfer and the most recent didn't give me any viable eggs. The clinic is suggesting the same protocol as used on the previous two, which I'm worried about. Should they be testing or altering the process given the first two rounds didn't work? Do you have any suggestions on what we should try next? 00.10.35
- In the case of using your own eggs, is it recommended to use an ‘embryo bank’ (to accumulate blastocysts through multiple egg retrievals and then perform PGT-A)? 00.06.15
- Is gender screening legal? How is this recorded in the medical records and consent forms? 00.50.20
- If using donor sperm: Can we specify "Asian/Chinese ancestry"? What information can be provided (photo, education, genetic testing, family history?)? How do we select eggs for egg donation treatment? 00.45.50
- I’ve been taking a prenatal vitamin while trying to conceive, is that usually enough, or should I be thinking about other supplements too? 00.13.15
- What are the most important nutrients or foods I should focus on right now ahead of my IVF cycle? 00.19.20
- Can sperm DNA fragmentation be improved? 00.23.10
- How long before nutrition changes impact fertility? When should we retest semen parameters? 00.27.35
- As a fertility coach do you work with both partners together or individually? How do you support couples who cope differently? 00.32.35
- What kind of support network do you recommend having in place before starting IVF as a solo parent? 00.43.35
Your Questions, Answered Live!
Join us for our next NOW-fertility Connect forum – a unique patient-focused event designed to inform, empower, and support you.
