But many see their role as being strong for their partner. Or they may be so used to holding in their feelings that they don't know what they feel, or that they can ask for help. If the fertility problem is clearly his, such as poor sperm quality, then a man's image of himself can start to suffer. Unfortunately, other research shows that depressed women are less likely to succeed with methods such as in vitro fertilization when trying to get pregnant. And because society often fails to recognize the grief caused by infertility, people denied parenthood tend to hide their sorrow, which only increases feelings of shame and isolation.
Help is available for both men and women.
Click here for resources . Our love life seems so mechanical now. Add your comments to the bottom of this page. Many couples say that once they start worrying about having a baby, sex becomes more of a chore than a pleasure. If you find your sex life deteriorating and yourselves unable to remember the meaning of romance, take a break from your treatment regimen for a month or two and try to revive the love and fun that brought you together in the first place.