‘When a Couple Can’t Have a Baby, People Usually Blame The Woman’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘When a Couple Can’t Have a Baby, People Usually Blame The Woman’

The Quint  

Sheetal, who is based in Canada and in her late 30s, feels that couples need to be supportive of each other when it comes to dealing with infertility. It was in the fifth year of our marriage we realised that we’re unable to have a baby. #SheIsCompleteInHerself is a Women’s Day initiative by Prega News, India’s No. Check out their powerful Women’s Day video that addresses infertility.

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Mother's Day: Insights from Gynaecologists and Fertility Experts
8 months ago

Mother's Day: Insights from Gynaecologists and Fertility Experts

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, May 10: As Mother's Day approaches, it's a time to celebrate the profound journey of motherhood and acknowledge the challenges many face in realizing this dream. Dr. Vaishali Sharma, Senior Consultant Gynecologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon and Infertility specialist, MD COAG Delhi As a gynecologist specializing in infertility treatment, Mother's Day holds a special significance for me. Dr Richa Jagtap, …

Beyond Blame: Infertility Awareness Week Spotlights Gender Equality in Fertility Challenges
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Beyond Blame: Infertility Awareness Week Spotlights Gender Equality in Fertility Challenges

Deccan Chronicle  

As we observe National Infertility Awareness Week from April 21 to 27, it's essential to shed light on the often-overlooked realities surrounding infertility. Furthermore, societal taboos surrounding assisted reproductive technologies like IVF only exacerbate the emotional burden experienced by couples undergoing fertility treatments. Dr. Hemalatha recounts instances where couples, particularly from high social classes, struggle to accept male infertility diagnoses, …

IVF UK: Businesswoman who lost four pregnancies before welcoming ‘miracle’ son creates fertility app
2 years, 6 months ago

IVF UK: Businesswoman who lost four pregnancies before welcoming ‘miracle’ son creates fertility app

The Independent  

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‘Society’s Attitude Towards Infertility is Problematic’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘Society’s Attitude Towards Infertility is Problematic’

The Quint  

35-year-old Akshata from Bengaluru says that society’s attitude towards infertility must change. The pressure of starting a family: Oh yes, few months into marriage and people want to know when you’re planning to start a family. #SheIsCompleteInHerself is a Women’s Day initiative by Prega News, India’s No. Check out their powerful Women’s Day video that addresses infertility.

International Women's Day: It's time we cleared the stigma around infertility in women, challenged misinformation
3 years, 10 months ago

International Women's Day: It's time we cleared the stigma around infertility in women, challenged misinformation

Firstpost  

The disproportionate burden of infertility placed on women is one of the largest myths that exists till date. A 33-year-old woman in a north Indian state was inhumanely beaten by an exorcist to rid her body of an ’evil spirit’ which was allegedly the cause of her infertility. Indira IVF also played a role in the government’s ‘Beti Bachao Beti …

‘You Shouldn’t Look Down Upon Couples That Can’t Have Babies’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘You Shouldn’t Look Down Upon Couples That Can’t Have Babies’

The Quint  

37-year-old Amrita from Thane feels that society shouldn’t look down upon couples that can’t have babies. I even now get asked about my ‘family’ plans by friends and relatives. #SheIsCompleteInHerself is a Women’s Day initiative by Prega News, India’s No. Check out their powerful Women’s Day video that addresses infertility.

‘Family Support Matters a Lot While Dealing with Infertility’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘Family Support Matters a Lot While Dealing with Infertility’

The Quint  

38-year-old Sushmita from Hyderabad feels that the topic of infertility should be addressed in schools and colleges, similar to sex education. Moment of realisation: We got married in 2011 and for the first few years, we didn’t actively try for a baby. The topic used to invariably come up during family functions either directly or indirectly. Check out their powerful …

‘A Couple Without a Child Becomes a Topic of Discussion’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘A Couple Without a Child Becomes a Topic of Discussion’

The Quint  

Mumbai-based Nandita is in her late 30s and is of the opinion that society shouldn’t treat couples without children differently. However, once I crossed 33 that's when it hit me and we genuinely started trying for a baby but when it didn't happen for a year or so we decided to talk to a specialist. A couple without a child …

‘Children Do Bring Happiness, But Women Can Have Other Goals Too’
3 years, 10 months ago

‘Children Do Bring Happiness, But Women Can Have Other Goals Too’

The Quint  

30-year-old Renuka from Panchkula feels that infertility can affect anyone and there’s no point blaming just one particular gender. After about a year and a half of marriage, I somewhere felt that I’m unable to get pregnant. #SheIsCompleteInHerself is a Women’s Day initiative by Prega News, India’s No. Check out their powerful Women’s Day video that addresses infertility.

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