Can We Have Sex?

During egg freezing and IVF treatment, sexual activity should be avoided from five days before egg retrieval to one week afterward to prevent ovarian torsion caused by movement when the ovaries are swollen. Two days before embryo transfer, intercourse is also not recommended; after transfer, wait until the embryo is stably implanted and a heartbeat is detected. During menstruation and certain pregnancy conditions (such as bleeding, abdominal pain, placenta previa, or signs of preterm labor), sex should be avoided. In early pregnancy (first trimester) and late pregnancy (last trimester), extra caution is needed to prevent water breaking and infection. For men, abstaining from sex for 2–5 days before sperm collection helps ensure better sperm quality.

Did You Know? Ovaries Can Go Bankrupt

Did you know? When an embryo forms, it already has 7 million eggs—but don’t be too quick to celebrate or assume your ovaries are wealthy! Even before birth, eggs go through massive natural selection. By the time you’re born, only about 2 million eggs remain to enter the world with you—5 million already lost. And […]

Symptoms and Management of Premature Ovarian Failure

Ovarian function typically declines around age 45, but more women are experiencing “premature ovarian insufficiency” between ages 30–35, leading to early menopause and reduced fertility. Symptoms include irregular cycles, shortened cycles that later lengthen until menstruation stops, reduced menstrual flow, and hot flashes. AMH blood testing can measure egg reserve. Common causes include family history, ovarian surgery, chromosomal abnormalities, and ovarian disease. Women with early decline who wish to conceive should seek medical help promptly; those without immediate plans may consider egg freezing to preserve fertility.