Can I go swimming or use a hot tub?
During fertility treatments: IHR does not recommend swimming or hot tubs if you are using vaginal medications as they will be washed away, minimizing their effectiveness and decreasing chances of your success.
Post embryo transfers: IHR does not recommend hot tubs period. No swimming if you are using vaginal medications.
While Pregnant: No hot tubs. No swimming if you are using vaginal medications.
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Free IVF Lottery 2018
The Institute for Human Reproduction (IHR) is donating a free In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatment to a couple in need but unable to afford infertility treatment. The couple will be selected anonymously through a voluntary lottery. The initiative reflects the Institute for Human Reproduction’s desire to help make infertility treatments more accessible to all those desiring the joy of parenting, especially during these tough economic times.
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Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Initial Consultation
Prepare to bring with you a copy of your medical records from your OB/GYN, primary care physician, or any other fertility programs that add to your medical history. This copy will be for the office to keep on file as a part of your medical record, so make sure that you have your own personal copy as well.