Mental health and fertility – Are they even related?

IVF experts of the best IVF center in Delhi – Gunjan IVF World share an insightful blog on how mental well-being and fertility are related.

Infertility can be a tough medical condition to deal with. Not only does it have an impact on your body but on your mind too. IVF experts of the best IVF clinic in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World have penned down this highly informative article on how infertility has an impact on the mental well-being of a couple.

How common is mental health problems among couples facing infertility?

“Infertility is rising at an alarming rate across the globe today. Approximately 48 million couples across the globe face this problem. You will be surprised to know that nearly 76% of these couples experience anxiety and 56% couples go through strained relationships. It is important for you to know that stress, anxiety, etc. all lead to hormonal imbalances which in turn leads to fertility issues,” said Dr. Gunjan Gupta Govil, leading gynecologist Ghaziabad and Medical Director & Founder of Gunjan IVF World – a well know fertility clinic in Ghaziabad. Gunjan IVF World – North India’s most awarded IVF chain for the second time in a row by ETHealthworld, has highly advanced clinics in Indirapuram, Janakpuri, Meerut and Noida. “Not just that, studies show that nearly 74% women suffering from infertility feel abandoned, isolated and are in self-doubt. It is important for men to know that, blaming your partner is not the solution, supporting her is,” added Dr. Garima Sharma, Consultant & Centre In-Charge of a leading IVF clinic in Janakpuri – Gunjan IVF World.

So, what does one do when is such a situation?

“Well it is very simple. Supporting one another in the journey works wonders. Studies show that 87% couples suffering from infertility believe that when together they feel mentally at ease, in control and guilt-free,” says Dr. Anshu Dhar, Consultant of Gunjan IVF World – the best-known IVF center in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad.

Here are some simple measure that you can adopt to manage your mental well-being

Support one another: “Supporting your partner has a lasting impact. Manifest that you are in it together. At times a warm hug or ‘jaadu ki jhappi’ can work wonders. It gives your partner an affirmation that you are by his/her side,” says Dr. Aastha Raheja, Consultant of one of the best IVF centres in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World.

Seek help from a counsellor: “Sometimes emotional support and guidance from a counsellor can heal what’s hurting. Talking helps. So, open up to a counsellor on what’s hurting you and allow them to help you out,” commented Dr. Shubhda Gupta, renowned gynecologist Noida and Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – a famous IVF clinic in Noida.

Never leave your partner alone: There should only be one rule in your relationship and that is never let your loved one feel that they are alone. It builds stronger bonding and trust.

Go for yoga together: “Explore the yoga therapy together when in stress. Believe me, it helps a lot in destressing and focusing on what next to do,” said Dr. Gunjan Gupta, a well-known gynaecologist with 25+ years of experience in the field of reproductive medicine.

Listen to one another: “Another important thing that really helps in this journey is the art of listening. You might be going through a lot mentally. No matter what the emotions, give it a patient listening,” Commented Dr. Anshu Dhar.

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