What to Expect During Your First IVF Consultation?

Beginning Your IVF Journey with Confidence

Choosing to pursue IVF in Nepal is a significant and emotional decision. For many couples, it marks the beginning of a hopeful chapter in their path to parenthood. At Slavica IVF & Research Center, we understand the importance of the first consultation it’s the moment we begin to turn uncertainty into a personalized plan, built on science, compassion, and trust. Whether you’re seeking treatment for the first time or coming to us after previous attempts, your first visit is where answers begin to take shape. This guide will walk you through what you can expect at that initial consultation and how our team makes your experience clear, reassuring, and empowering.

Why the First Consultation Is So Important?

Your first consultation is more than just a meeting; it’s the foundation of your entire fertility treatment plan. It sets the tone for how we will support you medically, emotionally, and logistically throughout the IVF journey. At Slavica IVF, we take time to understand your health history, lifestyle, emotional well-being, and relationship dynamics. This session helps our fertility experts evaluate what may be affecting your ability to conceive and which treatments are most suitable. A personalized approach is key to improving IVF success rates, and that starts with listening closely to your story.

Preparing for Your First Visit to Slavica IVF

Before you come in, there are a few things that can help make your consultation more effective. Bringing previous medical records, including hormone test results, past ultrasounds, or fertility assessments, allows our team to gain deeper insights into your case. If you’ve undergone treatment at another clinic, documentation of past IVF cycles, IUI attempts, or medication protocols will be helpful. We also encourage couples to attend the consultation together, as male fertility is equally important in planning the best course of action. Writing down your questions ahead of time ensures that nothing important is forgotten during the session, and shows our team what matters most to you.

A Warm Welcome to Slavica IVF & Research Center

When you arrive at Slavica IVF & Research Center in Nepal, you’ll be greeted by our caring administrative staff and guided through a smooth check-in process. We pride ourselves on creating a calm and supportive environment, knowing that fertility treatment can often feel overwhelming. Our center was designed to feel more like a wellness clinic than a hospital because your comfort matters. Once you’re settled, you’ll meet with one of our highly experienced fertility specialists in a private consultation room, where the focus shifts entirely to you and your unique fertility journey.

In-Depth Review of Your Fertility History

The heart of the consultation begins with a thorough review of your reproductive health. For women, this means discussing menstrual cycles, ovulation regularity, past pregnancies or miscarriages, gynecological conditions like endometriosis or PCOS, and any history of pelvic infections or surgeries. For men, we discuss any past semen analyses, history of injury or infections, and lifestyle factors like smoking, alcohol use, and stress. At Slavica IVF, we approach fertility care holistically, which means understanding not just biology, but the emotional and lifestyle context behind your challenges. This step is critical to building the most effective and realistic treatment plan possible.

Understanding Fertility Testing Recommendations

After reviewing your medical background, our fertility specialist may recommend specific diagnostic tests to get a clearer picture of your reproductive health. For women, tests may include hormone level assessments (FSH, AMH, LH, TSH), transvaginal ultrasounds to examine ovarian reserve and uterine structure, and imaging tests such as hysterosalpingography (HSG) to evaluate the fallopian tubes. For men, a detailed semen analysis is usually recommended to assess sperm count, motility, and morphology. Because we have a fully equipped diagnostic lab on-site, most tests can be conducted quickly without referrals or long waiting times a key advantage of choosing Slavica IVF in Nepal.

Explaining the IVF Process in Detail

A central part of the consultation involves walking you through the IVF process, step by step. We explain how ovarian stimulation works, which involves taking medications to encourage multiple eggs to develop. You’ll learn what happens during the egg retrieval procedure, how fertilization occurs in our advanced laboratory, and what to expect during embryo culture and selection. The final stage, embryo transfer, is discussed in detail so that you can understand the timing, preparation, and post-procedure care. For some couples, additional techniques like ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection), PGT (Preimplantation Genetic Testing), or donor sperm/egg options may be recommended based on medical needs. We make sure you fully understand each step so that you’re never left guessing.

Financial Planning and Transparent Pricing

Understanding the cost of IVF is crucial, and at Slavica IVF & Research Center, transparency is a top priority. During your first consultation, we provide a complete breakdown of the expected treatment costs, including IVF cycle fees, medication expenses, and any optional procedures like embryo freezing or advanced genetic screening. Our financial counselors can explain available payment plans or packages to make the journey as accessible as possible. Compared to many international destinations, IVF in Nepal offers exceptional value and at Slavica, you receive premium care at a reasonable cost, without any compromise on quality or results.

Discussing IVF Success Rates and Realistic Outcomes

One of the most common questions during the initial consultation is, “What are my chances of success?” We provide realistic, data-backed answers based on your age, medical history, and test results. While success rates vary, Slavica IVF consistently exceeds national averages in Nepal. We never make promises we can’t keep instead, we guide you with honesty and clarity so you can set expectations that are both hopeful and grounded. If you’re not a candidate for IVF, or if another treatment might be more appropriate (such as IUI or ovulation induction), we explain that too. Your well-being always comes first.

Emotional Support and Counseling from Day One

Fertility treatment is deeply emotional. That’s why emotional support is built into every part of our process at Slavica IVF Center. From the first consultation, we offer psychological counseling to help you process your feelings, reduce anxiety, and stay mentally strong throughout your treatment. Many patients feel more empowered when they know they are not alone and our counselors are here to help you cope with the ups and downs that can come with trying to conceive. We’re committed to treating not just infertility, but the stress, grief, and emotional strain that often accompany it.

What Happens After Your First Consultation?

Once your consultation ends, the real planning begins. You’ll receive a personalized treatment plan with clear steps for your next appointments, medication schedule, and estimated timeline for the IVF process. If further testing is required, we help schedule everything conveniently, often on the same day. You’ll also complete the necessary consent forms and receive detailed written information about each stage of the journey. Our communication doesn’t end when you leave the clinic our patient care team stays in close contact via phone and WhatsApp to provide reminders, answer questions, and adjust the plan if needed. At Slavica IVF, you’re never left in the dark.

Frequently Asked Questions During the First Visit

During your consultation, we’ll address common questions like:

• How long does one IVF cycle take?
• Is the IVF process painful?
• Can I return to work after embryo transfer?
• What are the side effects of IVF medications?
• How many embryos will be transferred?

These questions are important and deserve honest, evidence-based answers. We take the time to ensure you’re confident and informed, every step of the way.

Why Slavica IVF & Research Center Is Nepal’s Top Choice?

Patients from across Nepal and beyond choose Slavica IVF for one reason: excellence without compromise. Our clinic combines the latest in fertility science with compassionate, personalized care. Our doctors are leaders in the field, and our in-house lab meets international standards. Most importantly, we treat every couple like family, offering individualized treatment, emotional support, and hope. Whether you’re facing unexplained infertility, age-related challenges, PCOS, male factor infertility, or previous IVF failures, we have the tools, expertise, and heart to guide you toward success.

Conclusion: A Clear Path Forward

Your first IVF consultation is not just about tests and questions it’s the moment when confusion turns into clarity, and fear gives way to hope. At Slavica IVF & Research Center, we understand how much is riding on this journey. That’s why we make your first visit comprehensive, compassionate, and completely focused on you. If you’re ready to take the next step toward building your family, we’re ready to walk it with you.