Table 1 Mindfulness intervention protocol for IVF treatment

Breath Awareness

Aims to focus on breathing and sensations in the body. Develops diaphragmatic breathing.

Twice a day, can be done when stressed. 14 minutes

Body & Uterus Awareness

Aims to develop mindful awareness of different body parts, specifically the uterus and ovaries for IVF treatment.

Twice a day, suitable for every stage of the treatment.

13 + 15 minutes (two parts)

Injection Therapy and Ovary Awareness

Aims to develop awareness and reduce stress during hormone injections administered daily before oocyte retrieval.

Before and after injection application. 18 minutes

Pre-Oosyte Retrieval (OPU) Diaphragmatic Breathing

Aims to reduce anxiety and stress before oocyte retrieval, focusing on ovarian and oocyte awareness.

3-4 days before the procedure and during the waiting period before oocyte retrieval. 13 minutes

Pre-Embryo Transfer Uterus Awareness

Aims to cope with ambivalent feelings before embryo transfer, promoting awareness of emotions and the new situation. Provides mental preparation with uterus awareness.

3-4 days before the embryo transfer procedure and during the waiting period in the room. 20 minutes

Embryo and Uterine Awareness Post-Transfer

Aims to reduce stress and anxiety during the waiting period after embryo transfer, fostering body acceptance of the new situation. Provides uterus and embryo awareness with mind-body harmony.

During the waiting period after embryo transfer until the pregnancy test. 23 minutes