Ultrasound Monitorig
for Your IVF Cycle
For IVF monitoring cycles that are out-of-state of your location
To schedule an appointment
Please Call True Health Acupuncture at 702-475-0870
You can also book online on the True Health Acupuncture website.
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 Endometrial Lining: Building a Welcoming Home
The Endometrial Lining: Building a Welcoming Home
While the brain and ovaries are busy preparing and releasing an egg, another critical process is happening in parallel inside your uterus. The uterine lining, known as the endometrium, is diligently preparing a soft, nourishing, and welcoming home for a potential embryo. This preparation is just as important as ovulation itself.
Think of the endometrium as the soil in a garden. For a seed to grow, the soil must be rich and receptive. Similarly, for a fertilized egg to implant and develop, the endometrium must be perfectly prepared.
This preparation process starts early in the follicular phase, right after your period ends. The rising levels of estrogen, produced by the growing ovarian follicle we discussed in Post 2, are the primary architect of this process. Estrogen signals the cells of the endometrium to multiply, causing the lining to thicken and grow. This is called the proliferative phase.
But it's not just about thickness. Estrogen also stimulates the development of a rich network of blood vessels within the lining. This increased blood supply is vital, as it will provide essential oxygen and nutrients to a developing embryo after it implants.
It's important to understand that while the ovaries and the uterus work in perfect sync, they are separate entities. The ovaries are responsible for maturing the egg, while the uterus is responsible for building the "nest." The hormones released by the ovaries (first estrogen, and later progesterone) are the messengers that coordinate this beautiful dance. If the hormonal signaling is off, the endometrium may not be ready, even if ovulation occurs perfectly.
By the time ovulation happens, the endometrium has become a lush, multi-layered, and blood-rich environment. It is primed and waiting. In our next post, we will explore what happens after ovulation and how a new hormone enters the scene to make this lining fully receptive for implantation.
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.
