Ashley’s IVF Journey: Finding Clarity with LEVY Health
When I first considered IVF, I felt completely lost. I had no idea where to start or what questions to even ask. That’s when I discovered LEVY Health through my Progyny benefits – and it made my life much easier.
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Taking the First Step
After trying to conceive for two years, I knew at 33 that I needed help. The thought of starting IVF was daunting. There were so many tests to schedule, terms to understand, and decisions to make. I remember sitting at my computer one night, overwhelmed by all the fertility clinic websites and medical terminology.
Progyny’s Pre-Testing in Collaboration with LEVY Health
During my first call with my Progyny Care Advocate about finding a fertility clinic, they mentioned something that caught my attention – LEVY Health’s Fertility Workup. “Before you even step into a clinic,” they explained, “we can help you understand your fertility status and prepare for your first appointment.”
What really caught my attention was learning that LEVY Health was developed by fertility specialists, and that their program could save me months of back-and-forth appointments. Instead of spending my first few clinic visits just getting basic testing done, I could walk in, ready to discuss actual treatment options because I could take charge of the fertility work-up from home.
Simple Start, Comprehensive Care
Getting started with LEVY Health was refreshingly straightforward. I filled out an online questionnaire about my health history, cycle patterns, and fertility journey. What impressed me was how thorough yet conversational the assessment felt – like talking to a knowledgeable friend rather than filling out a medical form.
Testing Made Simple
Testing was unexpectedly easy. LEVY Health issued a lab form with all tests needed and connected me with a nearby Labcorp or Quest location where I could complete all my testing in one visit. No running back and forth to the fertility clinic for preliminary tests – I could get everything done at a lab just minutes from my home. Both my hormone panels, STD tests were done efficiently. As soon as the results were ready, I received a notification to check them in my LEVY Health Profile.
Finally Understanding My Body
“For the first time, I actually understood what my hormone levels meant for my fertility journey. It wasn’t just numbers anymore – it meant something.”
The platform broke down my results in plain English, explaining what each value meant for my fertility and what questions I should ask my fertility specialist at the clinic. Instead of feeling like I was reading a foreign language, I finally understood what was happening in my body. LEVY Health provided me with clear diagnoses , which meant my doctor and I were literally on the same page when we finally met.
My First Clinic Appointment
My first clinic appointment was really smooth. Instead of starting from scratch, I arrived with a comprehensive PDF report of all my test results and diagnoses. My doctor was visibly impressed – we didn’t waste time gathering basic information or ordering preliminary tests. Instead, we jumped straight into discussing treatment options. I later learned that this approach typically saves patients up to 100 days on their fertility journey, and I could definitely see why.
Support That Made the Difference
LEVY Health didn’t just provide test results – they gave me a roadmap. They helped me:
- Learn about my specific fertility factors and how they might affect treatment
- Stay on track with gentle reminders via email and text
- Get quick answers to my questions through their support team
Most importantly, they helped me build a stronger relationship with my doctor from day one. Having all my information organized and ready meant we could focus on what really mattered – creating my treatment plan.
