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Communication is key to keeping union strong during fertility treatments

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

When couples show up at our clinic for their first appointment regarding fertility treatments, they bring a united front. They hold hands. They look at each other lovingly, excitedly. They are hopeful for the future they are working toward together. 

 Although undergoing fertility treatments is in itself a testament to the strength and future of a partnership, the actual process can emotionally wear down even the strongest couple. It is a strenuous process that can sometimes include setbacks, frustrations and fears. It’s difficult for partners to put into words their own fears because they don’t want to let down their partner.

It’s important to focus on this truth, that undergoing fertility treatments can bond you in ways you never dreamed possible. It has the ability to bolster your relationship and allow you to discover new strengths about each other. The key to making that happen is communication. Don’t be afraid to express to your partner your concerns, your doubts, your fears and most especially your hopes and dreams. Talk about what is happening to both of you, regardless of which one of you is undergoing the physical treatment at the moment. Remember that this is a journey you are both on together. Don’t lose sight of that!

 

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7 Ways to Keep Your Relationship Strong throughout Fertility Treatments

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

For couples undergoing fertility treatments, stressors can sometimes seem quite overwhelming. On one hand, any change in a partnership can be challenging, but on the other, infertility shouldn’t lead to the dissolution of a relationship.

To help you keep your commitment strong throughout fertility treatments, we’ve come up with seven suggestions. Feel free to leave a comment if you have others that have worked for you!

1. Don’t make infertility the “center stage” of your relationship. If all you do is talk about not being able to conceive, it will overtake your time together.

2. Make plenty of time to be together as a couple. Go to the movies, take a walk in the park, stay overnight in a nice hotel… doing so will strengthen your bond and help rejuvenate you both.

3. Spend time apart with friends. Everyone needs and deserves some space. Making plans to hang out with people other than your significant other will help you recharge.

4. Talk about your emotions as you’re undergoing fertility treatments. It’s important not to make fertility treatments the “elephant in the room”. Be open about your feelings and you’ll reap the rewards.

5. Go to a counselor if the strain becomes too great. Don’t allow your relationship to simply become more and more strained. If it’s gotten to a serious point, seek out help. (Often, your fertility specialist can assist you in getting a referral.)

6. Eat well and exercise, even if you don’t feel like it. The healthier you are inside and out, the easier it will be to handle anything that comes your way. (And working out can be yet another “to do” item you can enjoy together!)

7. Take it day by day. When times are a bit challenging, it’s sometimes helpful to remember that “this too shall pass”. Each day is another opportunity to learn, grow and love.

 

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The Upshots of Being an Older Parent

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

With many couples waiting until later in life to have children, many are finding the need to visit fertility treatment specialists to conceive naturally.  And while there are certainly many naysayers out there who speculate that older parents are somehow less effective than their younger counterparts, research and anecdotal evidence disagrees with that assessment.

The advantages of being an older parent abound and include:

  1. Financial Stability.  Most older parents are not burdened by the financial concerns that burden younger parents.
  2. Relationship Stability.  People who have waited to have children are often very in tune with one another.  Certainly, they have their ups and downs, but they are generally very stable in terms of their partnership.
  3. Patience!  Traditionally, older couples are more patient than are younger ones.  After all, they’ve lived long enough to realize that not everything is an emergency or dilemma!

If you’re an individual over 35 going through fertility treatment procedures, never allow others to burst your bubble.  You’ll be a wonderful mom or dad!  Age has little to do with ability.

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    Don’t Let Fear Stop You from Addressing Your Fertility Concerns

    Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

    It’s kind of ironic — plenty of couples struggling with fertility issues hesitate to get any help with their fertility concerns. 

    Their fears come in a number of different varieties.  Below are four of the most common reasons for not contacting a reproductive health specialist:

    • Knowing means having to address.  For some people, the reality of knowing what’s wrong will mean they’ll have to address those facts… and that can be tough for certain personality types.
    • A worry about cost.  The media has made it seem as if all fertility treatments are expensive; however, this isn’t the case.  There are many avenues to conception that are extremely economical.  It all depends on your particular situation.
    • Fear of retribution from a partner.  Women and men who are struggling with infertility may have a fear that a partner will be accusatory of it’s discovered that they are the “source” of the problem.  While this is not always a founded fear, if you are in a relationship where you are too scared of your partner to uncover the truth, you would be wise to undergo a serious amount of couples counseling to work on your partnership before embarking on a journey to have children.
    • Confusion about how to start.  Luckily, this is an easy solution — simply pick up the phone and contact a reputable clinic like RSI.  It’s really that straightforward.

    Don’t allow the unknown to keep you from addressing your fertility concerns.  Remember that it’s always better to have all the facts than to languish in the dark.

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