The Critical Steps Before IVF You Shouldn’t Overlook

Have you been told that IVF is your only option?

You’re not alone. Many of the women we work with at AIM Women’s Wellness Center have heard the same thing—only to get pregnant naturally or achieve IVF success after uncovering what was really going on.

If something inside you is whispering “There has to be more,” you’re right to listen. There are often important steps before IVF that are missed—and those steps could make all the difference in your journey to a healthy pregnancy.

👇 On this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show on YouTube, Denise shared the critical—but often overlooked—steps to take before IVF, including how to uncover root causes, optimize your body, and stop spinning your wheels with one-size-fits-all fertility plans.

Why the Steps Before IVF Matter So Much

In conventional fertility care, if you’ve been trying for a year (or six months if you’re over 35), you’re often quickly referred for IVF. While IVF is a powerful tool, it isn’t always the best first step.

Here’s what’s often missing from the conversation:

Root cause evaluation
Functional lab analysis based on optimal values—not just “normal”
Assessment of your nervous system, gut, hormones, and emotional health

Many women are fast-tracked to IVF without understanding what their body truly needs—and that’s where things can fall apart.

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“Unexplained Infertility” Isn’t the End of the Story

We often meet women who’ve been told they have unexplained infertility—yet when we dig deeper, the causes become clear.

Missed or mismanaged issues like these are often at the root:

Subclinical thyroid dysfunction
Low vitamin D
Chronic inflammation or gut health problems
Nervous system dysregulation
Poor egg or sperm quality
Emotional and mental exhaustion from the stress of TTC

Even if your labs are “normal,” they may not be optimal for fertility. For example, a TSH of 3.5 may be normal—but research suggests optimal levels for fertility are under 2.5. And when your body is whispering in symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, irregular cycles, or digestive issues—it’s time to look deeper.

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If You’re Doing Everything Right… But Still Not Getting Pregnant

You’re eating clean.
> You’re taking all the right supplements.
> You’re tracking your cycle and timing intimacy.
> You’re doing everything right.

So why isn’t it working?

What we’ve found is that it’s often not your effort—it’s your strategy.

Most women who come to AIM Women’s Wellness Center aren’t failing. They’re working from a generic plan that doesn’t match their body’s specific needs. Or they’re treating symptoms without ever uncovering the root issue.

That’s why one of the most important steps before IVF is creating a plan that works with your body, not against it.

Ask Yourself These Questions Before Starting IVF

Before you jump into an IVF protocol, pause and reflect:

Have I truly addressed the root causes of my fertility challenges?
Have I had functional lab work done with optimal ranges in mind?
Have I looked at my nervous system, hormones, digestion, and emotional health?
Am I chasing results—or supporting my whole body?

Sometimes, taking a breath and stepping back is the most powerful thing you can do. You’re not giving up—you’re getting focused. And when we take a more holistic, functional look at fertility, we often see breakthroughs that conventional care misses.

A Functional Fertility Approach That Works With Your Body

At AIM Women’s Wellness Center, we take a whole-person approach to fertility. That means we look beyond the diagnosis and into your full picture—your labs, symptoms, stress levels, diet, mindset, and more.

Here are some of the ways we support our clients:

Fertility, Life, and Health Coaching: Personalized strategies to optimize nutrition, supplements, mindset, and daily habits for a more empowered fertility journey.
Acupuncture & Cupping Therapy: Enhances circulation, balances hormones, and supports stress reduction naturally.
Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Used to enhance reproductive health, improve circulation, and balance hormones naturally. Our customized herbal formulas are tailored to your unique fertility needs.
Neuro Encoding & NLP: Helps reframe limiting beliefs, reduce stress, and create a positive, supportive mindset.
AWAKENEDmind Brain Tapping Headset: Uses light and sound therapy to calm the nervous system and improve sleep and focus.
Nutritional Blood Analysis: Identifies deficiencies and helps create a fertility-focused nutrition plan tailored to your needs.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): Releases emotional stress and energetic blocks that may be holding you back from conceiving.
Meditation & Mindfulness Practices: Cultivates relaxation, stress reduction, and inner peace during your journey to pregnancy.

Ready to Take the Right Steps Before IVF?

You don’t have to feel overwhelmed or stuck.

Whether you’re considering IVF or looking to get pregnant naturally, there are steps you can take to support your fertility, your energy, and your confidence.

Click here to qualify for a FREE Clarity Session with The Fertility Godmother

Let’s uncover what’s really going on and create a clear, personalized plan to help you move forward with purpose.