The Influence of IVF on Couple Relationship
With the progress of reproductive technology and the change of social concepts, more and more couples choose IVF to achieve their reproductive aspirations. However, IVF is not only a medical technology, it may also have a certain impact on the relationship between husband and wife. This article will discuss the influence of IVF on marital relationship from psychological, economic, time and decision-making aspects.
Psychological impact
IVF is a long process that requires mental and psychological endurance. Couples may face pressure and doubt from family, friends and society. They may have anxiety, worry and loss, and even have feelings of self blame and inferiority. These emotions may have a negative impact on the relationship between husband and wife, leading to communication difficulties, emotional alienation and more quarrels.
Moreover, the success of IVF is directly related to whether the expectations and dreams of couples are realized. If failure or adverse reaction occurs during IVF, couples may feel disappointed and depressed. This emotion will also be transferred to the husband and wife relationship, affecting each other's emotional support and interaction.
However, some studies also show that couples may cherish their children more and understand and care for each other more deeply after experiencing the process of IVF. Their husband and wife relationship may therefore be more solid and stable.
Economic impact
Test tube baby is a very expensive medical technology. Couples need to pay high fees for IVF procedures, including medical costs, drug costs, testing costs, and so on. These expenses may cause considerable pressure on the couple's economic situation.
Economic pressure can lead to arguments and dissatisfaction between couples. On the one hand, they may feel anxious and depressed because of the pressure of money; On the other hand, couples may have conflicts and disputes over money.
In addition, the IVF process usually requires couples to reduce working hours or ask for leave for medical examination and surgery. This may lead to a decrease in income and an increase in work pressure, further negatively affecting the relationship between husband and wife.
Time impact
The process of IVF requires couples to spend a lot of time on medical examination, surgery and rehabilitation. This will inevitably affect the time between husband and wife and their common interests.
Couples may be unable to participate in some social activities due to the IVF process, such as friends' parties, family dinners, etc. This may lead to the narrowing of the social circle, thus affecting the communication and interaction between couples.
In addition, the operation and recovery period of IVF also need mutual support and care of couples. This may increase the burden of both parties, further deepen fatigue and pressure, and have a negative impact on the relationship between husband and wife.
Impact on decision-making
Test tube baby is an important issue that requires couples to make joint decisions. Couples need to discuss and negotiate whether and when to conduct IVF.
Different views and opinions may lead to contradictions and conflicts between husband and wife. On the one hand, one party may wish to have IVF surgery as soon as possible, while the other party may wish to wait for some time. Such disagreement may lead to delay in decision-making and barriers to communication.
However, IVF also provides couples with a common goal and hope. In the decision-making process, couples may cherish and respect each other's opinions and feelings more, and further enhance the trust and communication between couples.
Summary
To sum up, the impact of IVF on husband wife relationship is complex and diverse. The psychological impact is mainly reflected in the pressure and emotional fluctuations in the hearts of couples. The economic impact may lead to arguments and dissatisfaction between couples. The influence of time may make couples spend less time together and communicate with each other. The impact of decision-making may lead to conflict and communication difficulties between couples. In general, IVF has a dual impact on the relationship between husband and wife, both negative and positive. However, couples can jointly cope with these challenges and further consolidate their relationship through mutual support, communication and understanding.
