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When a couple is trying to conceive, there are a lot of emotions involved. It’s a time of stress and pressure, especially if you’re having difficulties conceiving. Couples typically take about a year to conceive, considering the ovulation cycles of a woman. Getting it right the first time is rare, and most couples who have difficulties seek professional help. However, professional help is not the only thing that matters. Women (and even men) who are struggling with fertility need emotional support. While there are several ways one can seek help, it’s crucial to find the right support groups to get you through this difficult time. Read this article to find out how you can find the proper support while you’re trying to conceive.
Whom To Ask?
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Finding the right people to lean on is crucial to getting through your difficult time. Choose friends and family with whom you are close to and are comfortable sharing your worries and concerns with. You have to be comfortable enough to be vulnerable with them and not worry about if they’ll judge you. Opening up to someone about your deepest fears can be scary, but it becomes easier with the right people by your side. You feel heard and understood, and that’s all you want during your time of difficulty. Stay away from people who ask too many questions and give you unsolicited advice. The last thing you want is to hear people tell you that things will work out and give you the advice you’re not looking for.
Your Partner’s Support
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No one will understand you better than your own partner. You and your partner are in this together, and the best support you can receive is from them. Don’t hesitate to lean on each other to feel better. It helps to know you are not alone and your partner is by your side. You can discuss with your partner how much you want to disclose with your family members. You can also encourage each other to find support outside your circle for help and support.
How To Ask For Help For Infertility?
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Once you’ve identified your support system, be vocal about what you need from them. Don’t assume that your friends know when you need to talk or not. Let them know that you need to talk or that you don’t feel like it. If your partner is not in the state to make a fertility appointment, it’s okay. Take a trusted friend along with you to be your moral support.
If you’re a part of a support group, don’t feel shy to talk about your needs. Let them know your feelings and avoid dismissing them. Open up to them about your frustrations, fears, and anxieties. They are there to help you through it, so don’t hesitate to talk about your situation and educate your support group about your thoughts and feelings.
Sometimes, people don’t understand how much effort and work you’ve put into fertility treatments. Therefore, they might not understand the depth of your frustrations and emotional fatigue. It helps to let them know what you feel so they can support you the best way possible.
Types Of Support
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Family and friends make the best support system for anyone. However, if you are not comfortable sharing personal details of your fertility issues with your family members or friends, don’t worry. There are other ways you can seek support:
- Professional Counselling
Your inner network might be inexperienced with infertility. That can act as a hurdle for when you have to open up to them. Therefore, don’t hesitate to seek professional support. It’s a great way to help you navigate through tons of emotions and communicate with your spouse to get through the trying times.
- Online Support
With the pandemic being rampant, stepping outside your homes can be scary. Therefore, you don’t have to. The internet has several support groups to help you through it. Social media platforms have groups with people suffering from similar issues. It might help you know that you are not alone in your journey and people out there are going through similar situations.
It can be challenging to experience fertility problems, especially when you don’t have a solid support system. We hope this article helped you understand that you are not alone, and it’s okay to reach out and ask for help. Share it with fellow couples to help them seek the help and support they need!
