IVF is one of the most life-altering journeys you'll ever take, emotionally, physically, and financially. But you don't have to go through it alone, unprepared, or in the dark.
The IVF Survival Guide is your no-fluff, full-spectrum handbook for surviving and thriving through every phase of in-vitro fertilization, from your first consultation to the long wait after embryo transfer. Written with warmth, clinical insight, and fierce compassion, Ava Lynden delivers a candid, empowering guide designed to help you feel informed, in control, and supported every step of the way.
Inside you'll learn:
How to choose the right clinic, doctor, and protocol for you
What to expect at every stage, explained in plain language
Key lab values (AMH, FSH, AFC) and what they really mean
Egg retrieval, embryo grading, and genetic testing demystified
How to advocate for yourself in a system that often forgets you're human
The emotional toll of IVF, and how to protect your relationship, sanity, and self-worth
Fertility nutrition, supplements, and timing guidance to support better outcomes
Navigating insurance, financing, and the true cost of IVF
How to plan for multiple cycles, frozen transfers, and what happens when it doesn't work
Whether you're just beginning to explore IVF, already mid-cycle, or recovering from a failed attempt, this book will be your steady companion through the uncertainty.
Because IVF isn't just a medical procedure, it's a full-body, full-heart experience.
And you deserve a guide who understands that.