FAQs
Most clinics won’t show you this. We will.
Because when it comes to your eggs, sperm and embryos, you should be able to see exactly how they’re cared for.
After a cycle hasn’t worked, it’s completely normal to feel uncertain about what to do next.
These are some of the most common questions we’re asked, and the answers always depend on your individual situation.
These are some of the most common questions we’re asked, and the answers always depend on your individual situation.
Questions Patients Ask
Should I try another cycle straight away?
In some cases, yes. If your previous cycle shows that things were on track, repeating treatment may be appropriate.
In other cases, taking the time to review and refine the approach first can improve your chances.
The right next step should always be based on your response, not a routine.
In other cases, taking the time to review and refine the approach first can improve your chances.
The right next step should always be based on your response, not a routine.
Does a failed cycle mean something was missed?
Not necessarily.
IVF is complex and even when everything is done well, a cycle may not result in pregnancy.
The focus should be on understanding what the cycle shows and how that should guide your next step.
IVF is complex and even when everything is done well, a cycle may not result in pregnancy.
The focus should be on understanding what the cycle shows and how that should guide your next step.
Do I need another opinion or review of my treatment?
Many patients find it helpful to have their treatment reviewed from a fresh clinical perspective, particularly if they do not feel they have clear answers or a defined plan.
We can provide a detailed review of your history and results to help clarify the most appropriate next steps for you.
We can provide a detailed review of your history and results to help clarify the most appropriate next steps for you.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Any previous test results, cycle summaries and reports are helpful.
Your fertility specialist will review these with you and explain what they mean in the context of your situation.
Your fertility specialist will review these with you and explain what they mean in the context of your situation.
Can anything actually be done differently?
Often, yes, but it depends on what your previous cycle shows.
Sometimes the changes are small and targeted. Other times, the approach may need to shift.
The key is that any decision is based on your individual response.
Sometimes the changes are small and targeted. Other times, the approach may need to shift.
The key is that any decision is based on your individual response.
How quickly can I start again?
That depends on your situation and what needs to be reviewed or completed first.
Where appropriate, we can coordinate the necessary steps efficiently so you are ready to move forward without unnecessary delay.
Where appropriate, we can coordinate the necessary steps efficiently so you are ready to move forward without unnecessary delay.
Key Differences at No.1 Fertility
Can you help me move things forward more quickly?
Yes.
For patients who are ready to proceed, we can fast track your pathway.
Your fertility specialist will prioritise your next steps and coordinate everything so you can move forward efficiently.
For patients who are ready to proceed, we can fast track your pathway.
Your fertility specialist will prioritise your next steps and coordinate everything so you can move forward efficiently.
Do you charge to move eggs or embryos?
No.
We do not charge to move your eggs or embryos.
Access to your own embryos should never be a barrier to your care or your ability to make informed decisions.
We do not charge to move your eggs or embryos.
Access to your own embryos should never be a barrier to your care or your ability to make informed decisions.
Why are your costs often lower than other IVF clinics?
Our model is different.
We are a doctor led clinic, meaning decisions are made by fertility specialists based on clinical need.
This allows us to reduce unnecessary steps and create a more efficient treatment pathway without compromising care.
We are a doctor led clinic, meaning decisions are made by fertility specialists based on clinical need.
This allows us to reduce unnecessary steps and create a more efficient treatment pathway without compromising care.
Clinic Tours
Can I see the clinic before starting treatment?
Yes, and we encourage it.
We offer clinic tours so you can understand exactly how your care is delivered.
Tours are available across our locations, including Sydney, with slight variations depending on the clinic setup.
We offer clinic tours so you can understand exactly how your care is delivered.
Tours are available across our locations, including Sydney, with slight variations depending on the clinic setup.
What will I see on a clinic tour?
You will be guided through key parts of the clinical and laboratory environment, which may include:
• Cryo storage for eggs, sperm and embryos
• Monitoring and safety systems
• Backup infrastructure
• Laboratory and procedure areas where applicable to that location
Each tour is tailored to the specific clinic.
• Cryo storage for eggs, sperm and embryos
• Monitoring and safety systems
• Backup infrastructure
• Laboratory and procedure areas where applicable to that location
Each tour is tailored to the specific clinic.
Why does this matter?
IVF involves a significant level of trust.
Seeing where and how your embryos are cared for helps provide clarity and confidence in your treatment journey.
Seeing where and how your embryos are cared for helps provide clarity and confidence in your treatment journey.
How do I book a clinic tour?
You can book a clinic tour at any time.
Whether you are just exploring your options or ready to move forward, it is an opportunity to better understand your care.
Whether you are just exploring your options or ready to move forward, it is an opportunity to better understand your care.