• Navigating Infertility

    How to Cope with Infertility: Practical Tips and Encouragement

    Dear Friend, Today, I stumbled upon some genuinely disheartening statistics about infertility, and they left me feeling deeply saddened. One particularly striking fact stated, “About 4% of couples will try for four years and still not conceive. This group is unlikely to achieve pregnancy without medical assistance.” It’s tough news to digest. Did you know that one in eight couples experiences difficulty conceiving? Before October 2019, these numbers were just abstract figures to me. They held no personal significance, and I was blissfully unaware of the harsh reality they represented. My Infertility Journey I remember the excitement and anticipation when we decided to start trying for a baby. I was nearing college graduation, and it felt like the perfect time. I envisioned finishing school and having a baby during the transition before student loan payments kicked in. At that time, I was filled with hope, excitement, and a little nervousness. That first month, I was so sure we would conceive. After all, unprotected sex leads to pregnancy, right? Little did I know what lay ahead. The first month passed, and I told myself it was okay—few people conceive on the first try. The second month came and went, and I…