Preparing for IVF? Here’s How to Give Yourself the Best Chance

Heading into IVF is a big step — it’s a journey that asks a lot from you, not just financially, but emotionally and physically too. I know how much hope and heart goes into this process, and that’s why I’m so passionate about helping my clients prepare their bodies in the months beforehand.

Taking this time to nourish and strengthen your system can make a real difference — not only in the quality of your eggs and embryos, but also in boosting your chances of a successful pregnancy. It’s about giving your body the best environment possible for conception and implantation, while supporting your hormones, energy, and emotional wellbeing.

With the right preparation, you can move through your IVF journey feeling more balanced, calm, and confident — and know you’re doing everything you can to help your body welcome new life.

Here are the key areas I focus on with my clients as we prepare for IVF or egg freezing:

Support Your Egg Quality

The healthier the eggs (and sperm), the more likely you are to create strong embryos that can become your healthy baby.

Even if you don’t have known problems with egg quality, supporting your eggs is essential—especially because IVF places extra pressure on your ovaries to mature more eggs than usual. Stronger, healthier eggs are more likely to respond well to this process.

Egg quality can be nourished through:

• A nutrient-rich diet

• Lifestyle support (sleep, exercise, stress care)

• Targeted antioxidants like ubiquinol and NAD, which are well-researched for their role in egg health. The dose you need will depend on your personal circumstances.

Balance your blood sugar

Many people going through IVF have hidden blood sugar issues—even if they don’t realise it.

Blood sugar spikes and crashes can damage eggs and reduce implantation success. That’s why balancing your blood sugar through both diet is so important. 

I always organise blood sugar tests for my clients in the lead-up to their IVF cycle, and if there is any sign of blood sugar issues, we include natural medicines to keep things level.  

A simple way to start:

• Include protein and veggies at every meal

• Eat in the order of veggies first → protein second → carbs last (this helps blunt blood sugar spikes)

Optimise your Nutrient Levels

Your eggs rely on many vitamins and minerals to develop properly. But here’s the thing: “normal” blood test results aren’t always “optimal” for fertility.

For example, your doctor might say your levels look fine, but for IVF prep we often want them much higher. This is why I carefully review all blood tests for my clients—even if their GP said everything looks normal. Boosting nutrients to optimal levels can make a big difference to egg health.

I always test for nutrients like iron, vitamin B12, folate, zinc, vitamin D just to name a few.

Nourish your Nervous System

IVF can be stressful—and stress isn’t just uncomfortable, it can directly effect implantation and outcomes.

The good news is there are many safe and beautiful herbs and nutrients that can support your nervous system through this time.

Custom herbal mixes are my absolute fave for helping you feel calm and confident. Once my clients get past the funky taste, they can appreciate how instantly they work.

Get the basics right - sleep + exercise

Never underestimate the basics—they matter more than you think.

• Sleep: 7–9 hours per night is the sweet spot for fertility. Quality sleep supports egg health, and your main sleep hormone, melatonin, is also a potent antioxidant that directly benefits your eggs.
  

• Exercise: Moderate-intensity movement most days helps balance blood sugar, reduce stress, and improve blood flow, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to your ovaries.

Final thoughts:

The months leading up to IVF are such an important time — the care and attention you give your body now can truly shape your journey and your chances of success.

IVF is a big emotional and financial investment, and taking the time to prepare naturally is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself and your future baby. You’re giving your body the best possible foundation — and that’s something you’ll never regret.

I know IVF can sometimes feel very clinical — full of appointments, injections, and not enough time for your questions or emotions. That’s why I’m here: to bring a gentler, more personal touch to your preparation. If you’d like caring, holistic support as you get ready for your IVF journey, I’d love to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Book your free intro call here, and let’s get going. 

XO Aimee