1st IVF/ICSI consultation Jan 2012

[Softkitty]

Hi there!

I am also with QFG at south bank. I have found them fantastic through this whole process.
We had previous had IUI so I think things were not so full on for us in terms of education etc.
I had seen my FS after a previous failed IUI, where we discussed changing treatment to IVF. We had a brief discussion about what was involved, but I was pretty well informed before I went in(read books etc). I was asked to make an appointment when I got my next AF which was about 3 weeks. In that time I had an appointment with the clinic nurse to go through the process of IVF such as how to inject, what was involved with egg pick up and transfer. We were also given consent forms to take away and read, and to bring back signed to the next appointment with our FS. The consent forms with QFG are vey clear and straightforward thankfully!!
Once I got AF, I saw our FS about day 3 or so I think. I was then stared on the pill for a month to plan out my cycle and my next period. This was only because my cycles are so irregular, so if you have regular cycles you may not necessarily need this. Once I had finished the 3 weeks of the pill and AF had arrived, we saw our FS again, had a scan and commenced the injections.
I was offered counseling when we initially talked about IVF, but it is not compulsory! We chose not to, but it's good to know its available if we need it.
I hope this helps you with an idea with what to expect!!
Good luck!!!