I’m 28 and always thought I’d have plenty of time to think about kids, so hearing that my ovarian reserve is lower than expected really scared me. I’ve been reading so much about AMH, egg quality, IVF and egg freezing that my head is honestly spinning. I know AMH doesn’t tell the whole fertility story, but it’s still hard not to worry when you see that number. For those who had low AMH, what was your experience like? Were you able to conceive naturally or did you end up doing IUI or IVF? I’d really love to hear some positive stories too.
I remember feeling the same panic when I first saw my AMH report. It’s such a scary number to read because your mind immediately goes to worst case scenarios. I later realised AMH is only one part of the picture and doesn’t decide everything on its own. The whole fertility picture matters a lot, including age, other reports and how you respond to treatment. 🙁
I was 27 when I found out my AMH was 1.2 and I only have one ovary, so I completely understand why that number can get into your head. What helped me was remembering that AMH was only one part of the picture. I’ve seen women with low numbers still have good outcomes, and others need a bit more help than they expected. It’s such a personal thing though. I’d love to hear what your AMH was and what you ended up doing.