Ultrasound Monitoring
for Your IVF Cycle
"Expert IVF Ultrasound Monitoring in Las Vegas & Henderson"
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In vitro fertilization (IVF) involves a series of complex clinical steps that can be difficult for patients to fully understand while undergoing treatment. This guide provides a clear overview of the physiologic principles, treatment protocols, laboratory processes, and clinical decision points involved in modern IVF care. By translating reproductive endocrinology concepts into accessible language, the book helps patients better understand the procedures and discussions taking place throughout their treatment. It is designed to serve as an educational companion to the care provided by fertility specialists..
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1535 W Warm Springs, Ste 135
Henderson, Nevada 89014
Testimonials
Michelle A.
My name is Michelle Aukerman. And I just have to say that Joyce at True Health Acupuncture is probably the best ultrasound technician I have ever had in my life and I’ve been through several. She’s very personal and talks through everything and if something goes wrong, she says OK how do we make this right? What’s the next step we need to take? You don’t hear that from any other ultrasound tech, they're so jaded. The comfort environment at True Health Acupuncture is unmatchable. It does not feel like a doctor's office and everybody is so warm but when it comes to Joyce, she is completely unmatched. It’s like having your own mother right there with you. I highly highly recommend her.
Thank you, the Aukerman’s
This is the second pregnancy that I came to Joyce for my outside monitoring. I have been very nervous about the whole process, but Joyce guided me through each and every ultrasound. Although the monitoring went smoothly, upon achieving pregnancy I developed some bleeding. Of course, I panicked. Joyce explained everything that was going on with my bleeding and helped me through this anxious time. I don’t know what I would have done without Joyce’s calm demeanor. And the added bonus is having acupuncture treatment right there at True Health Acupuncture, the office Joyce works out of. I will always be truly thankful for the amazing experience that I received from both Joyce and True Health to be a part of my fertility journey.
Sara P.
Joyce is an exceptional individual who made a significant impact during my IVF journey. I had the privilege of meeting her when I needed support, and she was able to perform ultrasounds when our IVF Dr was unable to accommodate us. Her ability to confirm our twin pregnancy was incredibly reassuring. Joyce took the time to explain everything she was observing, which not only made the experience more memorable but also helped alleviate my anxiety. Her compassionate approach truly made a difference in my experience.
Nicole B
The Big Scan and Feeling the Flutters (Weeks 19-22)
As you settle into the second trimester, you'll approach milestones that make the pregnancy feel incredibly real. These are the moments you'll remember for a lifetime: the detailed anatomy scan and feeling your baby's first movements.
Sometime around week 20, you will have the anatomy scan, the most detailed ultrasound of your pregnancy. During this 30- to 60-minute appointment, a sonographer will use a standard 2D ultrasound to carefully examine the baby's health. They will look at:
The Heart:Checking its four chambers, valves, and the rhythm of the heartbeat.
The Brain:Ensuring its structures are developing normally.
The Skeleton:Measuring bones and checking for all limbs, fingers, and toes.
The Organs:Visualizing the stomach, kidneys, and bladder to ensure they are functioning.
The Placenta and Fluid:Assessing the placenta's location and the amount of amniotic fluid.
This scan provides crucial medical information, and for parents, it's a breathtaking opportunity to see their baby in detail. It's also when you can often find out the baby's sex, if you choose.
You may have also heard about 3D and 4D ultrasounds. A 3D ultrasound takes thousands of 2D images and stitches them together to create a still, three-dimensional image of your baby, showing their facial features more clearly. A 4D ultrasound adds the dimension of time, creating a live video where you can see your baby move, yawn, or suck their thumb in 3D. While not medically necessary, many parents choose to have these done at private clinics later in the second or early third trimester for a powerful bonding experience.
Around this same time, you may feel your baby's first movements, known as "quickening." These initial sensations are very subtle. Many women describe them not as a kick, but as gentle "flutters," like butterflies in their stomach, a soft tapping, or even a gas bubble. At first, you might only feel them when you are sitting quietly, and they can be sporadic. For first-time mothers, this often happens closer to week 22.
These first flutters are the beginning of a new way to bond with your baby—a gentle, tangible reminder of the little person growing inside.
Starting your cycle
Starting an IVF cycle is stressful enough, doing it with an out-of-state provider just increases that stress. That is why we have developed an out-of state monitoring program to help women that need ultrasound monitoring without having to travel to their provider. We follow your physicians instructions and with be able to accommodate your schedule. Most all cycles, whether retrievals or transfers, will need 2-3 ultrasounds during that cycle. All reports can be faxed or emailed to your physician within 2-3 hours after the exam is finished.
