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Luteal Phase Support in IVF: Why It Matters After Embryo Transfer
This article explains the critical role of luteal phase support (LPS) in IVF, where ovarian stimulation routinely causes progesterone deficiency that disrupts endometrial receptivity. It highlights that natural progesterone—delivered via non-oral routes—remains the evidence-based cornerstone of luteal support, whereas add-on medications like hCG and oestradiol show no clear…Dr. Pranay Shah, MBBS, MS (OBS. & GYN)16 Oct 2026 · Guest contributorHow Many IVF Cycles Should You Consider? Understanding Cumulative Success
There is no fixed number of IVF cycles that works for everyone. Age, ovarian reserve, diagnosis and previous treatment outcomes all influence the chances of success. Understanding cumulative success rates can help you plan your next steps with your fertility specialist.Dr. Pranay Shah, MBBS, MS (OBS. & GYN)16 Oct 2026 · Guest contributorEmbryo Freezing and Thawing: How Vitrification Works and What Patients Should Know
From understanding vitrification and embryo survival after thawing to exploring the safety, storage limits, and outcomes of frozen embryo transfers, this guide explains the science and evidence behind embryo freezing to help you make informed decisions about your fertility treatment.Dr. Pranay Shah, MBBS, MS (OBS. & GYN)13 Oct 2026 · Guest contributorDay 3 vs Day 5 Embryo Transfer: What Patients Should Know
This article compares Day 3 (cleavage-stage) and Day 5 (blastocyst-stage) embryo transfers, highlighting that neither approach is universally superior. While Day 5 transfers generally improve live-birth rates for good-prognosis patients and facilitate single embryo transfer, they carry the risk of cycle cancellation if embryos fail to survive extended culture.Dr. Pranay Shah, MBBS, MS (OBS. & GYN)13 Oct 2026 · Guest contributorHow an IVF Cycle Works: From Ovarian Stimulation to the Pregnancy Test
This article outlines the step-by-step process of an IVF cycle, spanning initial assessment, ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, laboratory fertilization, embryo culture, and transfer through to the two-week pregnancy test. It highlights how clinical protocols are individualized based on patient factors like age and ovarian reserve, while referencing current clinical…Dr. Pranay Shah, MBBS, MS (OBS. & GYN)13 Oct 2026 · Guest contributorThe First Trimester Survival Kit: What Actually Helps (India)
Nausea, tiredness, bloating and a head full of questions. Here is what the first trimester tends to feel like, and the short list of things that make it easier.Miro Fertility Editorial Team5 Oct 2026The C-Section Hospital Bag: What to Pack and What to Skip (India)
A C-section changes what you will actually use in hospital. Here is the practical packing list, what to ask your hospital first, and how to set up for the first week.Miro Fertility Editorial Team5 Oct 2026Newborn First-Month Essentials in India: What You Will Actually Use
A newborn does not need dozens of products. Here is what the first month actually involves, what you will reach for every day, and when to call the doctor.Miro Fertility Editorial Team5 Oct 2026How to Start Cycle Tracking at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (India)
From a notebook to LH tests and temperature charting, here is how to set up cycle tracking so it helps you without taking over your month.Miro Fertility Editorial Team5 Oct 2026Buying guides
What to have ready at home — practical checklists, no medicines or supplements.
The C-Section Hospital Bag: What to Pack and What to Skip (India)A C-section changes what you will actually use in hospital. Here is the practical packing list, what to ask your hospital first, and how to set up for the first week.Read more Newborn First-Month Essentials in India: What You Will Actually UseA newborn does not need dozens of products. Here is what the first month actually involves, what you will reach for every day, and when to call the doctor.Read more Preparing for an Egg Freezing Cycle: A Home Preparation Guide (India)Most of an egg freezing cycle happens at home. Here is how to prepare your calendar, your injections and your home so the cycle feels less daunting.Read more Pregnancy Tests Compared: Strips vs Midstream vs DigitalAll home pregnancy tests detect the same hormone. Here is how strips, midstream and digital tests differ, and which one to buy for your situation.Read more IVF injection supplies checklist: what to have at homeThe non-medicine things that make 10–12 days of IVF injections easier: storing medicines cold, disposing of needles safely, and keeping track of doses.Read more Two-week wait: a small comfort kitLow-key things that make the wait after an embryo transfer or IUI a little easier, plus how to avoid a misleading home pregnancy test.Read more
All essentials →The Miro Fertility blog is a research resource for patients considering IVF and related treatments in India. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified reproductive medicine specialist for decisions about your care.