Preparing for the procedure — step by step

Being properly prepared is what lets you relax. Our coordinator will take you through every stage — from packing to the optional transport and the paperwork on the day.

In brief

Bring your ID card or passport
Comfortable clothes and sanitary pads
Ultrasound results if you have them — not required
Someone can come with you

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Checklist

What to bring to the clinic — a checklist

Tick things off as you pack — the list is saved on your phone and is not sent anywhere.

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A valid ID card or passport

Loose, comfortable clothes and a nightshirt

Absorbent sanitary pads (night type)

A charged phone

Slippers or warm socks

Your blood group result (optional)

Cash in euros

Medical advice

Three things you must remember

Have nothing to eat or drink

Because of the anaesthetic — do not eat or drink from midnight the night before. You don't need tests beforehand: we do the diagnostics on site.

No ibuprofen or aspirin

Do not take ibuprofen or aspirin before your visit. If you take regular medication, tell us when you contact the clinic.

Comfort afterwards

Choose clothes that don't press on your lower abdomen. Afterwards you rest in the recovery room, looked after by nurses.

Children cannot be brought into the clinic — arrange childcare in advance for the duration of your visit.

How long it takes

The whole trip usually fits into 20–24 hours

Most patients travel home the same day, straight after resting at the clinic. The journey times refer to the optional transport from Poland arranged by the clinic.

Pick-up in Polandan agreed spot in Poland, a comfortable minibus (optional)

The journey8–10 hours

The clinic visit3–5 hours

The journey homethe same day

Questions about dates, transport or preparation?

Optional, organised transport from Poland takes the stress out of it — we handle everything.

Call: 0031 645 796 364

FAQ

Questions patients ask before their visit

What exactly do I need to bring to the clinic?

A valid ID card or passport, loose comfortable clothes and a nightshirt, absorbent night-type pads, a charged phone, slippers or warm socks, and cash in euros. Your blood group result is useful but not required. The full interactive list is further up this page.

Do I need to fast before the procedure?

Yes — it is the single most important part of preparing. From midnight you should neither eat nor drink, so that the intravenous anaesthetic can be given safely.

Is the visit discreet?

Yes. Medical records are covered by Dutch privacy law and the GDPR. See more questions and answers.

Do I need tests or a referral?

No. Photo ID is enough — we carry out the full diagnostics (ultrasound, consultation) on site. For a procedure after 12 weeks a recent ultrasound is needed — details here.