Ovulation induction: a gentle first step when IVF feels like too much right now
Not ready for IVF but want support moving forward? Ovulation induction at Eve Health is often a less invasive treatment option that may be considered earlier in care. Ovulation induction is one of the earlier fertility treatments that might be right for you, depending on your situation. It’s a gentle step that could help you grow your family, without jumping straight to IVF.
IVF is a big step, and you do not have to rush there
Starting fertility treatment can feel like a lot all at once. IVF is often the first thing people hear about, and it can sound like the only option.
For many patients, that is not the full story. IVF can be helpful, but it is also more intensive, both physically and emotionally. Feeling unsure about jumping straight into that process is completely normal.
At Eve Health, our team takes the time to talk through what is happening in your cycle first. When irregular ovulation is the main issue, ovulation induction may be considered as one possible treatment option before IVF, depending on individual clinical factors.
We see a lot of people thinking IVF is the automatic next step, but ovulation induction may be appropriate for some patients when ovulation is irregular, depending on individual clinical factors.
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What is ovulation induction?
If you’re not ovulating regularly each month, ovulation induction may be a fertility treatment that can help. It uses medication to encourage the ovaries to release an egg. For some patients, this may increase the likelihood of ovulation occurring within a monitored cycle, which can support timed intercourse.
It’s often recommended if you have PCOS, irregular or absent periods or in some cases, unexplained infertility.
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How does ovulation induction work at Eve Health?
The process usually starts with your fertility specialist taking a detailed history, doing blood tests, and an ultrasound. This helps us understand how your body is working and whether ovulation induction might be helpful for you.
Often this begins with tablets such as letrozole or clomiphene citrate, taken early in the cycle. Some patients may need hormone injections later on, particularly when the ovaries need more support.
The goal is not to overstimulate the ovaries. You’ll usually have monitoring with ultrasounds and blood tests during your cycle to check how your ovaries are responding. The aim is to develop one, or sometimes two, healthy eggs; not more, as multiple pregnancies carry extra risks.
Ovulation induction is not something you manage alone. Our team monitors your response carefully throughout the cycle. That might include a few ultrasound scans and blood tests, simply to check how the ovaries are responding and when ovulation is approaching.
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Why consider ovulation induction before IVF?
If your tests show blocked tubes, severe endometriosis, or low sperm count, other treatments such as IVF may be more appropriate.
IVF can be an effective fertility treatment, but it is also more complex. It involves egg collection, embryo development, and more intensive medication schedules.
FAQ Who is ovulation induction for?
Ovulation induction is often recommended for people with:
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Irregular or absent periods
- Unexplained infertility, in some cases
FAQ Are there any side effects of ovulation induction?
There is also a slightly increased chance of twins. A rare complication is ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, where the ovaries respond too strongly. Careful monitoring helps reduce this risk.
Our team asks that you report any symptoms early so we can support you properly.
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Preparing for your next step
Eve Health partners with Monash IVF and major Brisbane hospitals, so you do not need to manage several clinics or chase down information. Our team helps organise each step, making your fertility journey as smooth as possible.
Many patients use CHARLI, our cycle and symptom tracker, available to support fertility tracking. It is designed to support conversations with your GP or specialist and helps you keep track of your fertility care from the very beginning.
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