Is IVF a sure-shot formula or a desperate last resort? For many, it’s neither. In truth, it sits somewhere in between—quietly misunderstood, often misjudged. Let’s talk facts, not fear. Because what you think you know about IVF might just be wrong.
A Real Story: Anjali & Arjun’s Journey
Anjali was 32. Healthy. Married. But after two years of trying and no baby, the couple grew anxious. Relatives began whispering.
“IVF? Isn’t that for women in their 40s?” “Those kids aren’t natural.” “Once you start IVF, you can’t stop.”
Anjali hesitated. But one night, after breaking down in silence, she and Arjun visited a fertility specialist.
Tests were done. Turns out, Arjun’s low sperm count was the issue—not Anjali. And IVF? It wasn’t the only option—but it was a viable one.
The doctor explained, “IVF isn’t magic. But it’s not madness either. It’s medicine.” With just one round and lifestyle tweaks, Anjali conceived. The baby is now two years old. Healthy, happy—and very much “natural.”
What Doctors Say: Busting the Top Myths
● “IVF always works.” — It doesn’t. Success rates vary. Age matters. Health matters. On average, women under 35 have about a 40% success rate per cycle. After 40, it drops. Hope must be balanced with realism.
● “It’s only for rich people.” — IVF was expensive. It still is in some places. But prices have dropped. In India and parts of Europe, government subsidies and insurance cover some or all costs. Payment plans are available. Accessibility is growing.
● “Test tube babies are different.” — They aren’t. The baby grows in the womb just like any other. Only fertilization is assisted. After that, it’s biology as usual.
● “It causes multiple births.” — Not anymore. Single embryo transfers are now common. Twins and triplets mostly happened due to older practices, not the technology itself.
● "IVF is the last resort." — No, not always. Some couples opt for IVF early because of
known difficulties such as obstructed tubes, endometriosis, or male infertility. Doctors
now recommend it as a part of broader fertility care—not just the “final step.”
The Emotional Toll
IVF can be physically draining. Mentally exhausting. Financially stressful. That’s true. But silence
doesn’t help. Support groups, honest counselling, and partner involvement can ease the weight.
More women are speaking up. So are men.
Final Thought
IVF isn’t unnatural. Misunderstanding is.
For couples like Anjali and Arjun, facts—not fears—led to a future they once thought was out of
reach. And if one myth can be broken, maybe many more can follow.