IVF in Prague · Day 1 of 7
Day 1 after embryo transfer in Prague
There is no particular need for rest. A slow walk and a seated sight make a calm first day.
Today's rules
Walking and exercise
No particular need for rest. Walking is advisable; intensive exercise should be avoided. Most activities can resume within 1 or 2 days.
Source: Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), Fertility Medicine · CCRM Fertility
Baths, pools, spas and saunas
Avoid baths, swimming pools, spas and saunas for two weeks after embryo transfer. Showers are fine.
Source: Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), Fertility Medicine · CCRM Fertility
Alcohol
Avoid alcohol after transfer. That includes beer tastings and wine tours.
Source: CCRM Fertility
Long journeys and flying
Travel is not a problem after transfer. On long car or plane journeys, take a short walk about once an hour and drink enough fluids.
Source: Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), Fertility Medicine · NHS
Warning signs
If you had egg collection on this trip, tummy pain, bloating, shortness of breath or shoulder-tip pain need a call to your clinic the same day.
Source: NHS
Sun and heat
No specific restriction. Avoid getting overheated and drink plenty in summer.
Source: CCRM Fertility
Confirm with your surgeon. These are general activity limits from published aftercare guidance. Your clinic's written instructions always come first, and they may be stricter or looser for your procedure.
4 things you can do today
Old Town Square and the astronomical clock
Prague's heart. Crowded on the hour when the clock performs.
Gentle walking, some open-air walking, about 1.5 hours
One-hour Vltava cruise
A seated hour on the river past Charles Bridge and the Castle.
Seated, shaded or covered, about 1 hour
Petřín funicular and gardens
Ride up the funicular, then walk gently through orchards and rose gardens.
Gentle walking, some open-air walking, about 2 hours
Vltava lunch cruise
A two-hour buffet lunch cruise.
Seated, shaded or covered, about 2 hours
Also fine today: Classical concert in a church · Black light theatre · Municipal House guided tour · National Museum
2 things to skip today
Beer spa
Why not: It means steam, hot water or sauna heat. It is built around alcohol.
Not during the 7 days this guide covers. Ask your surgeon when it is safe.
Prague Castle with tickets
Why not: Too much walking and effort for this stage.
Usually fine from day 2.
Where to eat today
- Kulajda or potato soup. Creamy dill and mushroom soup or bramboračka in a pub or canteen.
- Svíčková. Beef in a sweet cream vegetable sauce with bread dumplings and cranberries.
- Pho in Vinohrady. Prague has a large Vietnamese community and excellent pho.
Put every day of this guide in your calendar, with your dates