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Pregnancy and Infant Loss
This was not part of the plan…
Picture this! Your first positive pregnancy test. Back to back HCG lab readings confirming your wildest dreams finally coming to life. All the stress from the many doctors appointments, medications, self administered shots, retrievals and transfers, worth it! You were over the moon when you learned you were finally pregnant. All you could think about was your baby, the day you would bring your baby home, motherhood actualized. You’ve been buying little outfits here and there. You expected to have a baby. However, here comes life throwing you a major curve ball. You go in for an ultrasound and they don’t see anything, or the baby is not growing, there’s no heartbeat. Now you have an angel baby. WTF!!
mY DREAM.
ACCEPTING REALITY.
The process of trying to conceive and unforeseen obstacles can create an overwhelming sense of uncertainty about your future. The dreams of starting a family may suddenly feel out of reach, and this can lead to a deep sense of grief and mourning for the potential child and family life that was envisioned.
Why infertility counseling?
Receiving an infertility diagnosis and facing difficulties in conceiving can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally distressing experience. It can shatter the expectations and dreams of becoming a parent that you may have had for so long. Infertility can evoke a range of emotions, including sadness, frustration, anger, and a sense of loss. It can also lead to feelings of inadequacy or a questioning of one's identity, especially if parenthood has been a significant part of their life goals.
The process of trying to conceive and unforeseen obstacles can create an overwhelming sense of uncertainty about your future. The dreams of starting a family may suddenly feel out of reach, and this can lead to a deep sense of grief and mourning for the potential child and family life that was envisioned.
teletherapy is available
What does infertility mean?
Infertility, in simple terms, happens when a woman who is trying to conceive finds it difficult to get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term. Infertility can come in different forms and affect both women and men. It could be due to issues with ovulation, sperm quality, reproductive organ conditions, or a combination of factors. Sometimes, there might not even be a clear explanation, which can make it even more perplexing. It's important to remember that infertility does not define you as a person or your worth as a mother and there is support available.
Feelings and issues that may arise around an infertility diagnosis:
Disbelief, you are in excellent health
Stressed by the care you’ve received from your medical provider
Feel like your body has failed you
Constant worry that you may not be able to become a mother
Overanalyzing and consulting Dr. Google to understand your diagnosis and prognosis
Anger watching gender reveals on social media
Negative thoughts or self-talk
Hopelessness
Jealousy of other women who seem to get pregnant so easily
Isolating from your support network cause you think they’re tired of hearing about your problems
Anxiety around the thought of TTC
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