332: Behind The Sessions: Emotional Impacts of Infertility and Treatments

Mom and Mind

In today’s Behind the Sessions episode, we focus on the pain and grief that people experience in the infertility and loss journey while trying to become a parent or add another child to their family. While it’s impossible to cover every aspect of this topic in one episode, I want to take a closer look and assure anyone in this situation that they are not alone. Join me for more!

Show Highlights:

• Grief can take many forms, including anger, resentment, and jealousy.
• The emotional toll (from hormones, the waiting process, etc.) of infertility treatments
• The layers of complications that come with various reproductive technologies
• Feeling “partner pressure” is a very real thing, even if it’s self-imposed.
• The importance of setting and keeping boundaries with other people
• The person struggling with infertility needs compassion, support, and a listening ear.
• A good therapist and support network can help!

Resources:

Visit www.postpartum.net for resources and support!

Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.

Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!