Infertility Brings So Many Questions
Navigating the journey of infertility as a couple amidst a world of families with children can be an incredibly challenging and isolating experience. It often feels like every corner of life is filled with reminders of what could have been, as friends and family members joyfully share their milestones and adventures with their children. The weight of infertility can be a silent burden.
Fertility treatments don’t always work.
For many couples, just like us – the journey is fraught with confusion, frustration, and profound grief. The dream of having a biological child is a deeply personal and emotional one, and coming to terms with the possibility that this may never happen is an overwhelming challenge. It involves not only mourning the loss of a dream but also grappling with the complex emotions that come with considering alternative paths, such as adoption or choosing to live a life without children. Or do we keep trying and pray for a miracle? It’s honestly something we think about daily.
My faith in Jesus is my source of strength and encouragement during these times. Scripture offers comfort in moments of despair and provide a sense of purpose and hope, even when the road ahead seems uncertain. Trusting that God has a greater plan, even if it doesn’t align with our personal desires, can be a source of solace and guidance. It’s a reminder that, while our journeys may not look like those of others, they are uniquely our own and filled with opportunities for love and fulfillment in different forms.
Ultimately, the journey through infertility is one of resilience and hope. And through it all, faith is a guiding light, offering reassurance that even in uncertainty, there is a way forward filled with potential for joy and love.
Seek an Infertility Support Group of Friends
Experiencing infertility and undergoing IVF can feel very isolating. In times like these, it’s important to reach out to people who love you or people who have gone through similar experiences. Like they say, “it takes a village!” Being honest with yourself and others is a huge leap toward wellness. Once you allow yourself to open up to others, they will be able to help you cope with IVF anxiety. An easy tip is to search the hashtag #infertilitywarrior or #ivfwarrior etc, you will find other women going through the same process You will be surprised at how many women are willing to open up and support you, don’t be afraid to send that DM!
The IVF process is going to be a journey like no other. When you begin to feel anxious, take a deep breath and remember these tips for dealing with IVF anxiety. Although every day is uncertain, there is one thing that remains undeniable: you’re one strong woman, no matter the outcome of the procedure.
God wants the best for you. And even if having a child seems like its your one and only purpose, rest your heart, God has his purpose for you! Even though we may not feel like he is present, he is there holding our hand every step of the way. I know the fear of “never having my own” is the biggest one of all, trust me…I’ve cried hours thinking these thoughts in the past. But that’s what it is, MY thoughts not GOD’S PURPOSE. Once you let go of the what if’s, bad test results, low follicle scans, injections and all of the doubts…FREE yourself of that captivity and allow Jesus to feel your heart, no matter of the unknown.
He is in control.
