Influence of IVF on Couple's Psychology
IVF is a method of implanting embryos fertilized and cultivated in vitro into the mother's uterus through artificial assisted reproduction technology, to help couples who are unable to conceive naturally due to various reasons realize their reproductive dreams. For couples' psychology, each stage and detail of IVF process will have a certain impact on them. This article will elaborate on the impact of IVF on couples' psychology from multiple perspectives.
1、 Anxiety and stress
The IVF process is often accompanied by long-term treatment and waiting, and one or both couples may experience some anxiety and stress. First of all, couples may worry about the effect and success rate of treatment, and fear that they cannot realize their fertility dreams. Secondly, the wife needs to undergo multiple assisted reproductive technology operations, which may cause physical discomfort and pain, which may also increase the anxiety and pressure of the couple. In addition, the cost may also become a big burden for couples, because IVF treatment usually requires higher costs.
Emotions related to anxiety and stress can affect the relationship between couples. Couples may become irritable and depressed due to anxiety and stress, and quarrels and conflicts between them may increase. In this process, mutual support and understanding between husband and wife is very important to cope with anxiety and stress together.
2、 Hope and expectation
Although there are anxiety and pressure during IVF, couples are usually full of hope and expectation. They hope that through IVF, they can realize their reproductive dreams and usher in a child belonging to them. IVF treatment provides a new opportunity for couples to rekindle hope for the future.
The increase of hope and expectation may have a positive impact on the couple's psychology. Couples may feel more optimistic and positive. Although they face some challenges, they believe they can overcome them. They will actively cooperate with the hospital's treatment plan and maintain a good attitude. These positive mental states will help to improve the success rate of IVF.
3、 Changes in marital relationship
In the process of IVF, the interaction and relationship between husband and wife may change. First, the husband and wife should go through the whole treatment process together, including hospital inspection, surgery, drug treatment, etc. These processes may strengthen the close relationship between husband and wife, and encourage them to care for each other more.
Secondly, communication and support between husband and wife have become more important. In the process of IVF, couples may face some decisions and choices, such as choosing a hospital, deciding whether to have a second IVF, etc. These decisions need to be discussed and negotiated jointly by the husband and wife, which strengthens their communication and cooperation.
However, the IVF process may also cause some pressure on the relationship between husband and wife. If the treatment process is difficult or fails, the couple may blame each other or themselves. At this time, the husband and wife need to maintain good communication, support each other, face difficulties together, and strengthen the husband and wife relationship.
4、 Psychological reaction of children after birth
When test tube babies are born successfully, couples usually face new psychological reactions. On the one hand, couples may feel extremely happy and happy for their children, and they will feel that their efforts and efforts have finally been rewarded. At the same time, couples will also face the pressure and challenge of childcare, which requires them to adapt and adjust their roles and responsibilities.
On the other hand, the birth of a child may also cause some emotional problems. Couples may feel worried, nervous or regretful about whether they have the ability and resources to take care of their children. At this time, couples can seek professional psychological counseling to deal with these emotions and confusion.
summary
The influence of IVF on couples' psychology is multifaceted. It will not only bring anxiety and pressure, but also stimulate hope and expectation. The relationship between husband and wife may also change with the progress of treatment, which requires more communication and support. When IVF babies are born successfully, couples may face new psychological reactions, including joy and happiness, as well as pressure and challenges. Couples can face various psychological influences in the process of IVF together through positive attitude and mutual support.
