Generally couples try for 12 months of regular, unprotected intercourse before seeing a fertility specialist. For women aged 35+, evaluation after 6 months is recommended; women over 40 should seek specialist advice sooner. Individual history can change this timeline — please consult for tailored guidance.

IVF places prepared eggs and sperm in a culture dish to allow fertilization naturally in the lab. ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) selects a single sperm and injects it into the egg — used mainly for severe male-factor infertility.

Success depends on age, ovarian reserve, diagnosis and clinic protocols. Younger patients typically have higher per-cycle success. At consultation we provide individualised, evidence-based success estimates and tailored treatment plans.

After a positive test, continue monitoring with blood tests and early ultrasounds. Your fertility specialist and obstetrician coordinate care until the pregnancy is stable, then routine antenatal care continues.

Yes. Avoid alcohol and tobacco; review medications with your clinic as some can interfere with fertility drugs. Intense physical activity is usually avoided during ovarian stimulation — follow your doctor’s lifestyle guidance.

There is no evidence that IVF causes long-term ovarian damage when performed with appropriate monitoring. Procedures like ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval are standard and safe under experienced teams.

Common effects include headache, bloating, mood changes and injection-site discomfort. Rarely, OHSS may occur. The clinic explains risks, monitoring and management before treatment.

Options include donor eggs, embryo adoption and surrogacy depending on medical and legal circumstances. Donor eggs have enabled many successful pregnancies; we discuss ethical, medical and regulatory aspects during consultation.

Yes — surrogacy (where legally permitted) can be an option when carrying a pregnancy is unsafe or impossible. Legal frameworks differ and require coordinated medical and legal guidance.