Prepare for your first fertility appointment to make the most of your visit

If you feel overwhelmed by the thought of your first fertility appointment, you are not alone. Many people feel the same way. The good news is that you can relieve some stress and make the most of your visit when you prepare for your first fertility appointment.

The Fertility Center of Las Vegas (FCLV) is here to support you from your first step on the path to parenthood. To help you get started, our Las Vegas fertility doctors have compiled some fertility appointment tips.

How do you prepare for your first fertility appointment?

You will need to gather your medical and insurance information for your first fertility visit. We also recommend preparing some questions and asking someone to be with you for support.

Below, you will find some of the medical and insurance information that you will need for your first visit.

Your medical and surgical history, including details about your menstrual cycle and past pregnancies or miscarriages.
Your family medical history, including genetic conditions and fertility issues.
A list of allergies, as well as prescription medications and over-the-counter supplements.
Your partner’s medical, surgical and fertility history.
Information about your diet and physical activity, as well as any smoking or alcohol use.
Your previous medical records or test results from past fertility treatments.
Your insurance information, including your provider and plan information.

Collecting this information is one way to prepare for your first fertility appointment. However, it isn’t the only way to do it. For a successful first visit, our Las Vegas fertility doctors also recommend that you:

Complete any pre-visit paperwork from FCLV.
Write down a list of questions to ask your doctor.
Have a notebook or device that you can use for taking notes.
Ask someone to be with you for support and note-taking.

These tips for fertility treatment and IVF consultation prep can help set you up for success.

What can you expect from your first fertility visit?

Now that you know how to prepare, you probably want to know what to expect from your first fertility visit. Think of this consultation as a fact-finding mission. This appointment also lets you and your fertility doctor get to know each other.

As a result, you can expect the following to occur during your first visit.

Your doctor will ask you a lot of questions, so have accurate and honest answers.
You can ask your own questions about your fertility and treatment options.
A pelvic and breast exam will also be a part of your first appointment.

Our Las Vegas fertility doctors also take this time to schedule follow-up appointments, bloodwork, imaging tests and a semen analysis.

FCLV can help you get ready for your first fertility visit

Your fertility treatment journey begins the moment you step through the doors at FCLV. When you prepare for your first fertility appointment, you can make your first step a successful one.

If you have questions about your first visit or the fertility treatments we offer, contact us to schedule an appointment. Our team can’t wait to help you achieve your family-building dreams.