Restrictions:

• Heavy exercise like: aerobics, jogging, weight lifting are prohibited during ovarian stimulation until the pregnancy test results are known.
• Smoking / alcohol consumption should also be avoided during stimulation.
• If a lady is under some medical treatment, please consult the doctor whether prescribed medicine are safe during stimulation protocol. As some medications may interfere with the fertility medication.

Emotional issue:

As IVF cycle may be an emotional and stressful time for some couple, it may be helpful for a lady to talk to a supportive person like friend or a close family member. She can also take a help from counselor from the fertility clinic.