To put it short, IVF is a process where eggs are fertilized outside the body, resulting in embryos that are then transferred to the uterus to ensure a healthy and successful pregnancy.
An extensive and effective assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedure, IVF is considered a gold standard for advanced ART methods worldwide. That said, whether naturally or assisted, the success of pregnancy significantly depends on the quality of the egg.
Quality of Eggs & Oocyte Retrieval in IVF
The success rate of IVF depends significantly on the quality of the egg retrieved for fertilization. Hormonal medications play their part by increasing the number of eggs retrieved, which increases the chances of a selecting high-quality egg.
To further increase the chances of IVF success, women can also do their part by boosting the quality of eggs naturally.
“At 9M Fertility, we work with women in creating a tailored treatment plan that helps improve their egg quality, and this has resulted in improved success rates in fewer numbers of IVF cycles,” says Dr. Manorama Kandepi one of our Fertility Consultants at 9M Fertility.
So, if you’re a woman looking to improve your chances of IVF success, we recommend taking the right steps to enhance your egg quality naturally!
So, how do you do that? Here are four tips that can help:
Improve Your Chances of IVF Success: 4 Tips to Boost Your Egg Quality Naturally
Healthy Weight:
A calorie-restricted diet with well-balanced nutrition has been found to improve egg quality down to the chromosomal level, according to Harvard researchers. You can start your journey toward improving your fertility by tracking your weight, calories, and the food you eat according to your individual conditions.
At 9M Fertility, we prescribe limiting the intake of calories and adopting a calorie-restriction diet just below daily requirements. As you do so, ensure that your diet is rich with essential vitamins, macronutrients, and micronutrients to avoid the risk of malnutrition. A fertility specialist in Hyderabad can help you strike the right balance in nutrition.
Exercise:
Exercise not only helps maintain a healthy weight but also balances hormones that improve egg quality. Moderately intense exercise like walking, running, or swimming can be excellent starting points. We advise women to avoid excessive exercise or going too hard, as stress from over-exercising can negatively impact the quality of eggs. So, moderation is key.
Avoid Risk Factors:
Tobacco, alcohol, excessive caffeine, and toxins (like pesticides) are some risk factors that may impact egg quality. Try to stay away from these substances, especially during the time period when you’re trying to conceive.
Manage Your Stress:
Stress is a stealthy enemy of fertility. Adjusting your diet and exercise routine can help release hormones that assist with relaxation. However, ongoing work-related stress may negate these positive effects. “We strongly advise against night shifts and recommend practices like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to reduce stress in everyday life,” says our fertility expert Dr. Manorama Kandepi at 9M Fertility.
In rare cases, there could be inherent problems affecting egg quality in women, which has become more common across all age groups. So, it’s always advisable to consult a fertility specialist who can screen you and help you take the right steps toward improving fertility.
Why Choose Us at 9M Fertility:
These four pillars—nutrition, exercise, stress management, and avoiding risk factors—are foundational to improving fertility in both men and women. However, many small details go into each of these practices, which can be challenging to address alone. This is where our fertility specialists at 9M Fertility can help.
If you’re planning for parenthood and looking to improve your chances of conception by boosting your egg quality, our fertility specialists at 9M Fertility can help you craft a customized lifestyle plan that can enhance your fertility naturally. We take into account your dietary preferences, schedules, and specific needs to create a structured plan that brings results within your desired timeframe. You can contact our IVF experts at 9M Fertility here.