Pregnancy After IVF: What to Expect in Each Trimester

That positive test after IVF feels like a miracle, joy mixed with nervous excitement. After the transfers, injections and waiting, you’re finally pregnant!

But what happens next? How is an IVF pregnancy different from a natural one?

At SCI IVF Hospital which is recognised as one of the best IVF hospitals in Delhi, we walk with you through every step. Here is a guide to your IVF pregnancy, what you’ll feel, how your baby grows and when your pregnancy becomes safe.

Weeks 1 – 3 After Embryo Transfer

The first few days post-embryo transfer are an exercise in hope and wonder. You may feel:

  • Light spotting or cramps: possible implantation.
  • Fatigue, breast tenderness and mild nausea.
  • Bloating due to progesterone support.

These are IVF normal pregnancy symptoms. After 14–21 days, your doctor will do a beta hCG test to confirm. Remember not to test too early so you don’t get a false negative.

Weeks 4 – 6: Early Confirmation

Blood tests show pregnancy and implantation success! During these weeks, you may:

  • Experience mood swings.
  • Have a mild version of morning sickness.
  • Have your first ultrasound around week 6 to confirm and check for a gestational sac and heartbeat.

Keep taking your prescribed hormones as they are essential for early pregnancy support.

Weeks 7 – 12: The First Trimester

This stage is about growth and careful monitoring.

  • Nausea and tiredness, increased urination and emotional extremes.
  • Visible heartbeat by week 8-9, a reassuring milestone!

When is an IVF pregnancy safe?

Weeks 12 and 13, the pregnancy stabilizes, the placenta takes over hormone production and the risk of miscarriage drops.

Weeks 13 – 20: The Golden Trimester Begins

Usually ease nausea and you gain a small baby bump. Enjoy light walks and prenatal yoga with your doctor's approval.

  • You may feel gentle baby flutters (week 16-18).
  • The anomaly ultrasound (week 20) checks the baby’s organs and growth.

Stay hydrated and eat a balanced diet as your baby’s brain and bones are rapidly developing!

Weeks 21 – 28: Bonding with Your Baby

This is the time of pregnancy when the love you have for your baby deepens.

During this time, you may feel:

  • Baby kicks which may become noticeable
  • Mild swelling or aching of the back
  • Changes to your sleep patterns.

Your doctor checks your blood sugar and blood pressure. To help you feel better, prenatal supplements and gentle exercise which also provided.

Weeks 29 – 36: The Final Stretch

This is the time when you may feel the heaviest due to weight gain of the baby.

What you may feel:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Increased contraction practice (Braxton Hicks)
  • Frequent urination

Growth scans are done to check the position and weight of the baby. There are care discussions around delivery options which may be vaginal or C-section based on your situation around week 36.

At SCI IVF Hospital, the obstetricians and fertility specialists work closely for a safe delivery.

Weeks 37 – 40: Countdown to Motherhood

Continue to keep track of baby movements and go to your weekly visits. Your body is getting ready for labor. It is normal to feel mild contractions, pelvic pressure and nesting energy.

Stay in contact with your doctor to pack your hospital bag. The time is near.

Fresh vs Frozen Embryo Transfers

A lot of IVF pregnancies now start with frozen embryos. At SCI IVF, we offer the best frozen embryo transfer in Delhi. We use advanced embryo freezing technology to keep all of the embryos safe.

A frozen transfer usually means the uterus is prepared better and leads to smoother pregnancies.

Why SCI IVF Hospital is Your Best Partner in Pregnancy

  • Your fertility specialist is still your obstetrician. 
  • We have advanced labs with highly trained specialists. 
  • Custom prenatal care for each patient/ Family focused. 
  • Success rates and empathetic patient care nationwide. Follows and protects each case. 

Delighted customers, safe and healthy pregnancies make SCI IVF the best IVF Centre in Delhi and the best in the eyes of customers.

Your IVF Pregnancy Journey: Embrace Every Moment

Waiting two weeks after starting IVF can be nerve-racking, but it is always rewarded with baby kicks, for every IVF pregnancy is memorable. Every pregnancy is full of hope, resilience, happiness and of course, new experiences which you will be able to confidently seek out with our help.  

We use new technology with personalized care. We want to make your scan pregnancy journey safe and comfortable. We provide dedicated care so that your dream of parenthood is filled with compassion every step of the way.

To begin your journey toward parenthood, schedule your appointment with Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour, an IVF specialist in Delhi.

FAQs for Pregnancy After IVF

1. Are IVF pregnancy symptoms different from natural ones?

Not really. Most symptoms come from pregnancy hormones, although IVF patients might feel them earlier because of the medication.

2. After how many weeks is IVF pregnancy safe?

Generally, after 12 weeks it is considered safe. This is when the placenta takes over.

3. Is frozen embryo transfer better than fresh?

Both options are effective, although frozen transfers tend to have a bit more comfort and success.