Ever wonder about the expression, “infertility journey?” To my way of thinking, infertility is a journey because in the process, you may find yourself making decisions and having experiences that you never before imagined.

For example, I’ve worked with many clients who find themselves agreeing to undergo IVF treatment, when perhaps just a few months earlier, they would never have imagined that their fertility journey, would have taken them to that place. Where before the prospect of undergoing invasive treatment and taking powerful drugs seemed daunting, now the quest for a child is changing all of that. The undo-able now becomes the “next thing” to be done.

All of this takes a toll on the mind as well as the body. As part of your infertility treatment, it’s important to consider your emotional well-being, and the state of your marriage and relationships.

Don’t let your quest become so single-minded that you become blind to the whole of what you need.

If you find yourself feeling stressed, confused, overwhelmed, sitting down and talking to counselor who specializes in reproductive issues can be of enormous help. You can learn skills and gain insights that can help you to grieve, to make decisions, and ultimately to heal. In this way, no matter what happens, you’ll know that you will come through this stronger and healthier than before.

Marina Lombardo

Marina Lombardo