At Fertil City Fertility Clinic, we understand that the journey to parenthood is unique for every couple. If you have been trying to conceive without success, you are not alone.
Many couples in Lagos face fertility challenges, but thanks to medical advancements, IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) offers hope. IVF is a widely used assisted reproductive technology (ART) that has helped countless couples achieve their dream of becoming parents.
But what exactly does the IVF process involve? If you’re considering IVF in Lagos, this guide will walk you through every step so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
How to Begin your IVF Journey
Your IVF journey begins with an initial consultation at Fertil City Fertility Clinic, where our specialists will assess your medical history, previous conception attempts, and overall fertility health.
This involves a series of tests, including blood work, ultrasound scans, and semen analysis for the male partner. With these results, we design a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Once the plan is set, we move to ovarian stimulation, a crucial phase where the woman takes fertility medications to encourage the ovaries to produce multiple eggs instead of just one. This increases the chances of retrieving healthy eggs for fertilization.
During this period, our team closely monitors follicle development through ultrasound scans and blood tests, ensuring that everything progresses smoothly.
When the follicles reach the ideal size, a trigger shot is administered to finalize egg maturation, and approximately 34 to 36 hours later, the eggs are retrieved. This is a minor, painless procedure done under mild sedation, where the eggs are collected using ultrasound guidance.
On the same day, the male partner provides a sperm sample, which is processed in our advanced laboratory.
Depending on the case, fertilization is carried out either through conventional IVF, where eggs and sperm are combined, or Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), where a single sperm is directly injected into an egg for higher precision.
Once fertilization occurs, the embryos are carefully monitored in our lab for a few days, ensuring proper development before selecting the healthiest one for transfer.
The embryo transfer is a simple, painless procedure where the selected embryo is placed into the woman’s uterus. Any high-quality remaining embryos can be frozen for future use.
After the transfer, the most challenging phase begins—the two-week wait. This is the period where you monitor for early pregnancy symptoms while awaiting a pregnancy test to confirm implantation.
A blood test (beta hCG) is performed to detect pregnancy hormones, giving an accurate result.
At Fertil City Fertility Clinic, we know that every couple’s IVF success rate depends on factors such as age, underlying fertility issues, and overall health. Women under 35 generally have higher success rates per cycle, while others may require multiple cycles.
To improve the chances of a successful pregnancy, we provide expert guidance on nutrition, stress management, and overall well-being throughout the journey.
If you’re wondering about the cost of IVF in Lagos, it varies based on individual cases, medications, and additional treatments needed.
At Fertil City Fertility Clinic, we strive to make fertility care accessible by offering flexible payment plans and transparent pricing to ease the financial burden. Choosing the right fertility clinic is an important step, and our commitment to excellence, cutting-edge technology, and compassionate care sets us apart. With a high success rate, experienced fertility specialists, and state-of-the-art facilities, we are dedicated to giving you the best chance at parenthood.
Deciding to undergo IVF treatment in Lagos is a big step, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
Our team at Fertil City Fertility Clinic is here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step in your fertility journey or have any questions about IVF, schedule a consultation with us today. Let’s walk this journey together—because your dream of becoming a parent is our priority.