How to cope with challenges and pressures in life after IVF birth
IVF birth is a miracle of medical technology, however, this does not mean that IVF and their families will not face challenges and pressure. IVF babies and their parents need to face physical, psychological, social and other challenges, as well as possible future pressures. How to deal with challenges and pressures in life after IVF birth will be described in the following aspects: physical health, psychological adjustment, social support and education.
1、 Good health
IVF babies may suffer from some adverse effects during their mother's development, and may also face some special health problems after birth. First, they may have premature birth or low birth weight and need special care and medical care. Secondly, IVF babies may face the risk of genetic diseases, so it is very important to carry out genetic counseling and physical examination regularly. Finally, IVF babies may face the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes, during their growth. Therefore, regular physical examination and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are very important.
In the face of these physical health challenges, IVF families first need to ensure the health care and medical care of infants, take them to the hospital for physical examination in time, and treat or nurse them according to the doctor's recommendations. Secondly, establish good eating habits and living habits, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Finally, genetic counseling and physical examination should be carried out regularly to understand and control the risk of genetic diseases.
2、 Psychological adjustment
IVF babies and their families may face psychological pressure due to the particularity of their reproductive mode, including anxiety, depression, inferiority and changes in family relations. First of all, IVF babies may have doubts and feelings of inferiority about their own life experience. Parents need to give them enough care and support to help them build self-confidence. Secondly, parents of IVF babies may feel anxious and depressed because of the hardships of the birth process and the weighing of responsibilities, and the relationship between families may also change because of coping with stress. Therefore, families should maintain good communication and support, and seek necessary psychological counseling and support.
After IVF babies are born, families should establish parent-child relationships with their children as soon as possible and give them enough care and support. Parents should give their children correct enlightenment education, telling them that they are unique and that they are the children that parents hope and cherish. In addition, parents should also pay attention to their own mental health and seek psychological counseling and support if necessary.
3、 Social support
IVF families may face social discrimination and criticism, which brings additional pressure to IVF and their families. Therefore, families of IVF need to seek social support and help. First, look for families who have also experienced the process of IVF and establish a mutually supportive network. Secondly, when choosing children's schools, kindergartens and other educational institutions, choose an open and understanding environment to avoid discrimination and xenophobia. Finally, seek help from professional institutions and organizations, understand relevant laws and policies, and safeguard their own and children's rights and interests.
4、 Education
After IVF babies are born, they may face some challenges in learning and development. Parents need to provide them with a good educational environment and educational resources. First of all, from early education, give children enough attention and care to promote their physical and cognitive development. Secondly, choose an education mode and school suitable for children's characteristics, and provide personalized education and interest cultivation opportunities. Finally, guide children to establish correct values and outlook on life, and cultivate their positive attitude and healthy interpersonal relationships.
summary
After IVF babies are born, they and their families need to face physical, psychological, social and other challenges and pressures. By keeping healthy, conducting psychological adjustment, seeking social support and providing good education, IVF and their families can better cope with challenges and pressures in life and promote their healthy growth and development.
