One of our specialists Dr. Andrés Gutiérrez comments on:

The impossibility of having children is one of the most difficult experiences to assume by a couple as well as the process of seeking help and treatment. Accompaniment must be carried out throughout the process of the search for pregnancy in assisted reproduction treatments, since it has been documented that these procedures can increase levels of anxiety and stress. Although the intervention has not documented that it changes or improves the results of the treatments, professional accompaniment is necessary, especially while waiting for the pregnancy test.

The stress suffered by one of the members of the couple can be extended to the other member causing partner problems. It is recommended that each member of the couple assume their male and female role without interference. Likewise, we must think that infertility is a clinical condition of a couple that must be assumed as such, we must work according to the team, neither of the parties is more or less important than the other. Authors such as Brennan Peterson in the Journal of Assisted Reproductive Genetics clearly describe that not achieving pregnancy after treatment generates a deep personal and partner grief which must be formally attended. Patients should require a clear explanation from their doctor, to know the limitations of treatment so that they can understand and process expectations closer to reality.

One of the main expectations of the couple is having children by consolidating their relationship. When they cannot fulfill the desire, a high rate of impotence and frustration is generated. A clear loss of control of the situation is described. They are usually high demanding professionals and face a difficult clinical condition to overcome. Infertility has been compared in indicators of quality of life as impactful as being faced with a malignant disease such as a cancer.