Current issues affecting the infertility community Coping with the Holidays Holidays can be stressful, even in the best of circumstances.
Expectations are at a peak.
But for the person experiencing infertility, holidays can be the most difficult time of the year. You certainly can't make the pain of infertility disappear miraculously. But by planning in advance and acknowledging that the holidays may be uncomfortable, you can prepare yourself and improve your chances of having a pleasant holiday season. Be selective about accepting invitations to parties and holiday celebrations, especially the ones at which you know there will be a lot of children or pregnant women. You've had a difficult year, and you need to concentrate on helping yourselves and each other get through the holidays.