The success rate for egg donation treatment at Ovumia clinics exceeds 50% from the first embryo transfer.
Yes – often.
Sperm development takes about three months, which means improvements become visible only after some time.
A positive effect can be seen from:
a healthy diet and maintaining a normal weight
regular physical activity
sufficient sleep
reduced alcohol consumption
quitting cigarettes, snus, and other nicotine products
avoiding doping substances, testosterone supplements, and anabolic steroids
(which severely impair sperm production)
Our specialists will help you identify the next steps — whether medical treatment or fertility support is needed.
The outcomes of infertility treatments and the well-being of children born from these treatments are monitored worldwide. Studies have shown that children conceived through fertility treatments have a higher chance of structural abnormalities compared to those conceived spontaneously. The best-known risks are related to severe male infertility, which may increase the likelihood of cryptorchidism (undescended testes) and urethral structural abnormalities in male offspring. However, when comparing these findings with children conceived without treatment after a long period of trying due to reduced fertility, no similar differences have been observed. Therefore, the slightly increased risks appear to be associated more with the underlying infertility itself rather than with the fertility treatments.
If pregnancy hasn’t occurred after six months of regular trying, it’s a good idea to schedule fertility testing.
Treatment duration depends on many factors and the woman/couple’s
prognosis. After the initial evaluation, we do our best to give a realistic
estimate on how many rounds of treatments may be necessary. Especially
with the light treatment methods (ovulation induction and
insemination), it’s important to understand that the treatment typically may need to be
repeated. With IVF, it may also take several cycles or embryo transfers
before a successful pregnancy is achieved.
In Finland, there is no legal age limit for fertility treatments. At Ovumia clinics in Finland, we treat women under the age of 47. At
our Ovumia Nova Vita clinic in Tallinn, we treat women under the age of 51.
Up to 80–85% of our patients receive help from our fertility treatments. The success rate varies and depends mainly on the woman’s age. Our doctors choose treatment options based on your individual needs to maximize your chances of having a child.
Your doctor will determine the most suitable treatment method after a thorough consultation. During the initial consultation, we
assess possible factors for infertility and perform thorough a medical examination and ultrasound. For men, we recommend a semen analysis if one has never been performed or it has been done over a year ago.
In treatments using your own gametes, the patient’s own eggs and/or partner’s sperm are used, and the success depends on their quality.
In donor gamete treatment, the eggs or sperm come from a donor — this option is chosen when pregnancy with one’s own gametes is not possible or the chances of success are very low.
Ovumia is a pioneer in donor gamete treatments and performs over 70% of all egg donation treatments (IVF, in vitro fertilisation) in Finland.
Yes, at Ovumia’s egg and sperm bank, we make new life possible by offering high-quality treatments using donated eggs and sperm.
The success rate for egg donation treatment at Ovumia clinics exceeds 50% from the first embryo transfer.
The fact that egg freezing is available today means that we can help women and couples who wish or need to postpone pregnancy in a completely new way. There are several reasons for preserving unfertilized eggs through freezing.
If there is an increased risk of early menopause, for example as a result of cancer treatment or another illness.
If a woman needs to undergo medical or surgical treatment that makes postponing childbirth necessary.
If there is a social situation in which pregnancy is not currently possible, but having children in the future is desired.
Before egg freezing, ovulation is stimulated with hormone treatment for approximately two weeks. After the treatment, the eggs are retrieved.
There can be several reasons for freezing sperm.
Prior to sterilization/vasectomy.
If you are going to undergo radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or other medical treatment that may negatively affect sperm production.
For fertility preservation purposes.
Frozen sperm can be stored for many years. By freezing sperm, fertility is preserved and the possibility of having children at a later stage remains.
Complications during IVF treatment are very rare. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a possible complication and occurs in patients who respond strongly to hormone stimulation. Our experienced team closely monitors each patient to minimize the risk of OHSS. If you experience symptoms of overstimulation, such as abdominal swelling or shortness of breath, please contact us immediately for support and further care.
Work
There are no restrictions on working while undergoing IVF treatment. However, we recommend taking the day off on the day of egg retrieval.
Exercise
Light physical activity after egg retrieval or embryo transfer is beneficial. However, we recommend avoiding heavy lifting and high-impact exercise involving jumping or jolting movements.
Sex
We recommend abstaining from sexual intercourse the day before the ovulation trigger injection and for two weeks after egg retrieval, as there is a risk of infection.
Bathing
You are advised to avoid bathing for up to two weeks after egg retrieval due to the risk of infection.
After egg retrieval and hormonal stimulation, the ovaries need time to rest and recover. From a medical perspective, a new treatment cycle should not be started with the first bleeding after treatment. Instead, it is recommended to wait until the next menstrual period. In addition to physical recovery, it is also important to be mentally prepared for another IVF cycle, as each treatment brings new expectations.
Various medications are used during IVF treatment. Your attending physician will prescribe the appropriate medications for you.
Medications may be administered as injections, nasal sprays, tablets, or vaginal suppositories. One of our midwives will provide you with detailed instructions on how to use your prescribed medications.
When you choose us for IVF or any of our other treatments, you can feel confident you are in safe hands. We have extensive experience in fertility treatment and are a leading IVF clinic in Stockholm, Sweden, and Northern Europe. Our staff continually update their training, and we always work with the latest and most advanced technology.
Do you have questions about how we can support you on your journey toward pregnancy? Welcome to contact us — we are a leading IVF clinic in Stockholm.