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How to cope with stress because of fertility

Infertility is not an easy thing to deal with. When enough time has passed trying to conceive, the person is bound to be disappointed.

By Dr Shivani BhutaniPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
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Infertility is not an easy thing to deal with. When enough time has passed trying to conceive, the person is bound to be disappointed.

One faces social pressures and health issues causing mental stress. Pursuing life while dealing with stress can result in hormonal imbalance that further puts an adverse impact on fertility or the female can face difficulty in getting pregnant.

As a rule of thumb, if the time of nine to twelve months has passed since you started attempting to get pregnant then, it is advisable to not waste time and immediately seek help from a fertility specialist or gynecologist.

The EVA infertility center serves as a light of hope for couples who are facing this issue and also successfully helped a number of couples to fulfill their dream of becoming parents.

Apart from this, they also assist you with moral support and provide counseling.

Reach out for Help

Always remember you come first in relation to infertility. You and your partner should solve your problems and get rid of stress related to infertility while dealing with other issues.

As per the survey conducted, couples who seek help and counseling from professionals can deal efficiently with the emotional stress of treatment along with the waiting period.

Although both the partners act as supporting pillars for each other yet, it becomes necessary to take support from others when two of them are facing emotional distress.

If you need counseling then directly ask your doctor for the same. Always feel free to share with your Ob-gyn.

Be positive

Prosperity and wish is a choice you make while going through infertility.

With the advancement of technology in this area, there are many options available to you, IVF is prominent.

Be optimistic about the future, either way.

Follow a healthy lifestyle

It is a well-known fact that a sound mind in a sound body and can relieve any stress that may bring infertility!

Adhering to a healthy lifestyle should be your priority. It is beneficial to keep the anxiety under control and hinder its alteration into depression.

Get enough sleep

Sound sleep acts as a stress reliever. Lack of sufficient sleep interrupts your whole schedule. Sleep is a treatment.

The body cycle starts a healing process while we sleep. Go to bed with a calm mind and keep a seven-hour routine.

Eat a balanced diet

We all are aware of the fact that diet directly affects hormones and they are directly linked to fertility.

Dr. Shivani Bhutani and infertility specialists at Eva Hospital told that a balanced diet rich in antioxidants reduces stress and increases the discharge of beneficial hormones.

Whereas, consumption of unhealthy food items like alcohol, steroids, or supplements adversely influences fertility and conception.

Regular Exercises

Walking, jogging or workouts not only keep your body healthy but also cure it. In addition, weight gain increases the risk of infertility problems such as PCOS.

Maintenance of adequate weight is important for a healthy pregnancy.

Practice yoga and meditation

Stress is a mind game especially when it is related to infertility. A person’s brain also suffers from trauma during the process of infertility.

If you do not want your pregnancy journey to become a rollercoaster ride then, it is advisable to practice yoga and meditation to keep your mind calm.

Meditation helps to heal and also keeps you astray from distress and anxiety.

Go after your interest

No matter how much stress you feel, do not discontinue your hobbies and passions. Although infertility is not a disease yet, it can be a mental strain.

Go to a painting or dance class, spa, or pursue a hobby you’ve always wanted. Take that leave or just one day off to treat yourself.

These recreational activities would definitely assist you to relax and relieve stress.

Spend quality time with your loved ones

Infertility often causes a person to experience social pressure which can be quite stressful. This is an external element that can be easily overcome.

Instead, you can use it to your advantage by spending quality time with your family, friends, and loved ones.

You will find that many people in your immediate circle can provide you with the support system you need. Surround yourself with loving and positive people.

Keep the tension at bay. Infertility is fine. Advanced medical technology has increased the success rate of IVF and at EVA Clinic you will see the light of hope that will brighten your future forever.

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