Every patient has a unique medical history and level of pain tolerance, making each IVF cycle different. Most of our patients don’t experience side effects, but those who do, can experience bloating and cramping, similar to menstrual cramps. IVF can seem like a tedious process due to the daily hormone injections and egg retrieval procedure, but some women may find that it takes a larger emotional toll than physical while they wait for results. A positive pregnancy test makes the experience well worth it.