- Complete Patient Guide
IVF: What to Expect, From First Consultation to Positive Test
A complete, compassionate guide to IVF treatment – written by Dr. Harshlata Laddha, who has helped thousands of families grow through personalised IVF care.
- PHYSICIAN PROFILE
A compassionate approach to reproductive health
Dr. Harshlata Laddha is a fertility specialist who still remembers the name of every patient who walked through her door hoping to become a parent. With an MBBS, DGO, and Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (FRM), she brings both deep expertise and genuine compassion to every consultation.
In 2011, she co-founded Samarth IVF with a simple belief: that every family deserves a chance at parenthood. Over two decades, she has guided more than 50,000 patients through some of the most vulnerable and hopeful moments of their lives.
From young couples just beginning their journey to women in their 40s and 50s who have been told it is too late, Dr. Harshlata has built a reputation for saying yes when others have said no.
- Is It Right For You?
Who Needs IVF?
IVF is not the first step for everyone — but for many couples and individuals, it represents the best path to parenthood. You may be advised to consider IVF if you have:
- Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
- Low sperm count or poor motility
- Unexplained infertility
- Endometriosis affecting fertility
- Age-related infertility, particularly over 35
- Previously failed IUI or other treatment
Step-by-Step IVF Process
Ovarian Stimulation
Over 10–14 days, you will take hormone injections to encourage your ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs. You will visit the clinic 3–5 times during this phase for ultrasound monitoring and blood tests.
Egg Retrieval
When your eggs are ready, a minor procedure is performed under short-acting anaesthesia. Using ultrasound guidance, eggs are collected through the vaginal wall in 15–20 minutes.
Fertilisation
The collected eggs are placed with prepared sperm in the embryology laboratory, or fertilised directly via ICSI when male factor infertility is present.
Embryo Culture
The embryos are kept in a controlled incubator for 3–5 days, monitored daily by our embryologist as they develop toward the blastocyst stage.
Embryo Transfer
The selected embryo is transferred into the uterus through a thin catheter — a painless procedure taking only a few minutes, no anaesthesia required.
Pregnancy Test
Two weeks after transfer, a blood test (beta-hCG) confirms whether pregnancy has been achieved.
- Her Philosophy
How Dr. Harshlata Approaches IVF
Dr. Harshlata believes that successful IVF treatment is about more than laboratory technique — it is about understanding the person in front of her. Her approach combines clinical excellence with emotional intelligence.
She designs personalised stimulation protocols based on your age, ovarian reserve, and medical history. She is particularly known for treating women in their late 30s, 40s, and even early 50s — patients often told elsewhere their chances are too low.
She does not recommend unnecessary procedures, does not create false hope, and ensures every patient understands both the possibilities and realistic expectations of their treatment.
Success Rates
IVF success depends on age, egg and sperm quality, embryo quality, and the underlying cause of infertility.
We don’t publish generic percentages – during your consultation, Dr. Harshlata discusses realistic outcomes for your individual profile.
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What Does IVF Cost?
Cost varies by case complexity, medications, and additional procedures like ICSI or embryo freezing.
At Samarth IVF, you’ll receive a clear, transparent cost breakdown during your consultation — no hidden charges, with EMI guidance available.
Common IVF FAQs
Is IVF painful?
Most patients find IVF far less uncomfortable than anticipated. Egg retrieval is performed under anaesthesia, and the embryo transfer is completely painless.
How many IVF cycles will I need?
Some patients achieve pregnancy after one cycle; others need two or three, depending on age and individual response. Dr. Harshlata will discuss your prognosis directly.
Is there an age limit for IVF?
In India, IVF can be performed up to age 50 under ICMR guidelines. Dr. Harshlata has particular expertise treating women in their 40s and early 50s.
Will my baby be healthy?
IVF babies are generally as healthy as naturally conceived babies, with rigorous screening protocols at Samarth IVF giving every pregnancy the best start.
Ready to Begin Your IVF Journey?
Every family starts with a conversation. Book a personal consultation with Dr. Harshlata Laddha to take the first step toward parenthood.