IVF, or in vitro fertilisation, can be extremely emotionally challenging for both singles and couples. IVF treatment has its ups and downs as you walk into unknown territory anxiously. So, if you are dealing with emotional stress, then this article will help you tread smoothly along the path.

Understanding the basics of IVF

IVF stands for in vitro fertilisation, which is a medical procedure that helps singles and other people get pregnant. In this procedure, the sperm and the egg undergo fertilisation outside the body in a laboratory.

Anxious and feeling the lows of life

• Recognizing the stress factors: IVF can at times take you on a roller coaster ride with plenty of highs and lows, which is why it is necessary to understand the unique stress factors it might cause. You and your partner might go through a lot of feelings and easily get anxious, worried, disappointed, and desolate. However, as the world is surviving on hope, it would be a wise decision not to fall for negativity and fight out the negative emotions. Realise that such feelings come and go, while the treatment can give you results when followed with the help of a trained and certified doctor.
• Stress and a feeling of hopelessness can affect your fertility: IVF treatment cannot be affected by emotional stress, but your levels of fertility can further dip. IVF treatments do fail at times, but a strong couple or an adamant single would go for repeated attempts until they reached success. While it's easier said than done, doing yoga, journaling, meditation, and reading can help a lot to navigate through stressful situations.

Dealing with stress during your IVF treatment

Now that we are talking about the mental challenges faced during IVF, here are some tips that singles and couples can embrace that would help them in the IVF treatment and navigate through the process peacefully.

• Talk about the issue bothering you: Talking and sharing your feelings with your partner or friend can help you navigate through the emotional upheavals faced during IVF. This releases stress and helps you develop a deeper bond with the other person.
• Ask help from a professional: Go for therapy sessions or speak to a counsellor about your experiences and share how you can control the negativity from pouring in. Professional help can help you deal with mental problems and also provide useful information when it comes to IVF treatment and stress associated with it.
• Self care is a must: It’s important to take care of yourself during this phase. Participate in activities that keep you happy and calm. Self care can help to deal with stress. Indulge in activities like walking, exercising, reading a book etc.
• Get in touch with support and help groups: Joining any IVF support group can help you a lot. People going through the same phase and battling the same negative emotions can help you feel better and a great bonding might develop to lift each other up. IRM often sets up such kinds of activities and support groups where people meet, interact and finds a safe place to be in!
• Be reasonable: It’s great to be optimistic but also realistic. IVF can work exceptionally yet there may be times, it might fail. Realising this, it is important to keep stress at bay and confide in your healthcare professional when things don't work out as expected.

At IRM - We understand that mental health is as important as physical well-being

At IRM, the team of doctors are compassionate yet knowledgeable and qualified enough to help you with the IVF procedure without losing the humane touch. Our team understands that IVF can be hard on people and helps to create a supportive atmosphere for individuals and couples going through IVF. Connect with our team and start your parenthood journey now!