In vitro fertilization (IVF) is one of the significant and effective treatments of infertility when other methods of assisted reproductive technology (ART) have failed. IVF is a simple surgical procedure where the egg is fertilized with the sperm outside the body in vitro (in glass). The fertilized embryo would then be transferred into the uterus for implantation.
IVF is an answer to couples who are struggling with infertility. Sometimes the glucose content in the blood may or may not be an obstacle to their dream. Euglycemia is a normal condition of having glucose in the blood. By controlling blood sugar levels and inculcating a good lifestyle can make the mother healthier, which could help to have a healthy baby.
Preparing for pregnancy
The major step while you prepare for your dream is to consult the right doctor and accept the advice. The doctor might recommend the following:
- Change in medication - certain medications used to treat diabetes and blood pressure will have to switch before conceiving for safety measures.
- Treatment for complicated situations - it is better to address certain issues such as high blood pressure, nerve or kidney diseases and diabetes beforehand that could get aggravated during pregnancy.
- Control the blood sugar level - to prevent diabetes complications; it is recommended to control the blood sugar level as close to normal.
- Healthy diet - a dietician can recommend the required healthy diet that will balance with pregnancy and diabetes.
- Be active - physical activity can affect the blood sugar level hence, recommended to do some physical activity or exercise after consulting the doctor.
- Managing stress - the doctors advise that expectant mothers to control stress as it has an impact on blood sugar level.
- Consult a specialist - consult the doctors when in need.
It is crucial to keep the blood sugar level stable during pregnancy. Babies born to parents with diabetes are usually large or born with birth defects. In the long term, babies might also develop diabetes. Hence, it is a necessity to keep the blood sugar level or euglycemia under control while planning for a baby.
Accept the advice from the doctor for a good result. A healthy baby is worth waiting for, and at Genesis Fertility, the doctor suggests the best treatment practices during IVF.
Reviewed By : Dr Nirmala Sadasivam
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