The impact of infertility

One fifth of all couples experiencing infertility have even felt suicidal at some point. Once again, don't hold back from getting counselling and support. You'll need to refocus your lives and readjust your relationship. When you feel ready, put much effort into planning for the future. Remember that many childless couples stay together, grow closer, love each other dearly. There is life as a childless couple, and it can be a good life.After all, having children was not the only reason you married each other.

If you're coping with the stress of not being able to conceive, then the following organisations may help:

Infertility Counselling Association – Info line 01342 843 880 and website: bica

ISSUE – National Infertility Assoc. 01922 722 888 and website: ISSUE

CHILD – National Infertility Support Network 01424 732 361 and website CHILD

You may also want to read:

*Patients' Guide to Infertility & IVF - produced by The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority
*Infertility, A Sympathetic Approach by Professor Lord Robert Winston, £8.99.
*The Infertility Companion by Anna Furse, £9.99.