1. Preparation and Stimulation (8–14 Days)

        ○ IVF often starts with medication to regulate the menstrual cycle. Next,

medications or injections stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, which

usually takes 8–14 days. During this phase, regular ultrasound and blood tests

are done to track the growth of the eggs and the injection dosage is adjusted

accordingly.                    
 When the egg reaches optimum size, a trigger injection is given to make eggs

mature.

2.Egg Retrieval (1 Day)

     Approximately 36 hours after the trigger shot, a procedure called egg retrieval

takes place. This is a short, 20–30-minute procedure where eggs are collected

from the ovaries under mild anesthesia. Most people can go home shortly

afterward but should have someone to accompany them, as driving is not

recommended post-procedure.

3. Fertilization and Embryo Culture (5–6 Days)

        ○ After egg retrieval, the eggs are combined with sperm in a lab to promote

fertilization. Fertilized eggs become embryos and are cultured for around 5–6

days until they reach the blastocyst stage, when they’re ready for transfer.

4. Embryo Transfer (1 Day)                    
○ After 5 days, a developed embryo is selected for transfer back into the uterus.

This simple procedure only takes a few minutes and doesn’t require anesthesia.

Any additional viable embryos may be frozen for future cycles.

5. Two-Week Wait and Pregnancy Test (14 Days)
○ After embryo transfer, there’s a 14-day wait before a blood test can confirm

pregnancy. This waiting period can be challenging and clinics often offer support

to help manage the stress.

In total, the IVF treatment process generally spans 4–6 weeks, from the start of medications to

the pregnancy test. However, every individual’s journey may vary slightly.