fertility issues
tulsa oklahoma
Learning that conceiving a
child may be difficult or even impossible can be incredibly heartbreaking. When we think about our future, many of us picture ourselves as parents and grandparents.
Hearing that the future we had imagined might not come to be can be emotionally and physically distressing. It's natural to ask questions like, "What did I do to cause this?" or "Why is this happening to me?" in response to such news.
are you experiencing?
Feeling a lot of sadness because of an infertility diagnosis
Dealing with one or more miscarriages
Feeling extremely sad or depressed
Believing there's no hope and you can't do anything about it
Having mood swings
Always thinking about infertility
Feeling a sense of loss and grief because you can't conceive
Seeing changes in your appetite
Having trouble sleeping normally
Feeling angry, guilty, or blaming yourself for fertility problems
Struggling to connect with your partner
Arguing with your partner because of infertility issues
Worrying that you might never become a parent
Feeling confused about which option is best for you, like fertility treatments, adoption, or surrogacy
Fearing that you'll never experience the happiness of parenthood and that your dreams are slipping away, and you can't do anything to stop it
Feeling scared that you
might never get to experience the happiness of being a parent, and thinking that your dreams are slipping away with nothing you can do about it, can be really tough.
Seeing your friends and family have children and live the life you had imagined can bring on feelings of anxiety, panic, and jealousy.
These emotions might make it difficult to keep up supportive relationships with your close friends and family. You might think they can't understand what you're experiencing or that they don't really care, and this can make it hard to stay close and share your feelings honestly with them.
Watching your friends
and loved ones have children and live the life you had planned can create feelings of anxiety, panic, and jealousy. These emotions might make it hard to maintain supportive relationships with your close friends and family because you might believe they can't understand what you're going through or that they don't really care. It can be tough to stay close and be open and honest about your feelings in these situations.
Feeling guilty or angry about your
situation is a normal response. When we encounter a problem, it's often our initial instinct to try to figure out who or what is to blame. Sometimes, when there's no clear answer, we might place blame on the people closest to us, which in some cases, could be your partner.
Using anger and conflict with your partner as a way to cope with the stress and pain of infertility can strain your relationship. It might become challenging to talk or connect with each other because of the fear that discussing things further could lead to more conflict or the feeling that one person doesn't understand the other. Believing that one of you is more hurt or more stressed can also perpetuate this cycle of anger, blame, and guilt.
couples facing fertility challenges
experience multiple miscarriages when trying to conceive. The emotional ups and downs that come with a miscarriage can be one of the most painful experiences a couple can go through. There's this mix of soaring hope and excitement, but it's tinged with fear and anxiety over the possibility of losing the pregnancy. When a miscarriage happens, the grief can become overwhelming. Excitement turns into hopelessness, and it's common to feel depressed as a response to the loss. Working with a therapist who specializes in helping manage these emotions can be really beneficial in regaining your positive outlook and the joy you once had.
At Exhale, our experts have experience
supporting both couples and individuals dealing with fertility issues. Whether you're concerned about potential fertility problems, feeling anxious about seeking medical help, have experienced the loss of a miscarriage, or have received a diagnosis of infertility, we're here to offer support and encouragement. Processing your feelings in a compassionate and nurturing environment can help you make sense of the confusion. Through a collaborative partnership, our therapists provide a safe space for you to express the pain you've been enduring and guide you toward healing. You don't have to go through this journey alone. Our therapists offer understanding and hope for a successful and fulfilling future that you absolutely deserve.