An MD’s guide to navigating slow and no response to IVF stimulation​

Slow response to IVF stimulation? Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Monica Best explains what a poor or slow ovarian response means, why it happens, and what can help — from protocol tweaks to emotional support. Listen now.
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Slow response to IVF stimulation – what it means & what you can do

If your body isn’t responding as expected to IVF stims, it can feel frustrating and disheartening. And a quick look on Reddit will tell you that this is a shared experience for many.

But let’s be super clear from the get-go — it doesn’t mean that your journey is over.

In this episode, TRB Founder Eloise Edington is joined by Dr. Monica Best, Reproductive Endocrinologist at RBA Georgia, to talk through what a poor or slow response really means, why it happens, and the options you have to move forward with your cycle.

Powered by The Prelude Network, the largest and fastest-growing network of fertility clinics in the US and Canada, this conversation brings expert insight and emotional reassurance in equal measure.

We chat through the specifics, including:

  • What happens during IVF stimulation at the cellular level

  • What a poor or slow response looks like in practice

  • Possible causes, from age to epigenetics and lifestyle

We also discuss protocols and adjustments to improve ovarian response, plus:

  • When to continue, convert, or cancel a cycle

  • The role of IUI or donor eggs for poor responders

  • How to get the emotional support you need

  • Whether pregnancy is still possible with a low response

Need more answers or personalized support? Connect with a specialist at your nearest Prelude Network clinic.

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Want to hear more from experts at The Prelude Network®? Hit this link next: Adenomyosis IVF – what to know before you begin

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