Infertility can significantly impact the experience of motherhood, bringing emotional and psychological challenges. It may involve prolonged struggles to conceive, feelings of loss, and the need for medical interventions like fertility treatments. The journey can be both physically and mentally demanding for individuals or couples trying to become parents.

The transition into motherhood is difficult for most, but those who experienced infertility may encounter specific challenges. After all the wishing and trying, you imagine what it will be like to finally hold your baby in your arms. You hope that it will all be worth it once you have your baby. 

But the impact of childbirth, physical pain, and sleep deprivation kick in and things aren’t as blissful as you had hoped. The reality is that motherhood is hard, and the newborn stage can be incredibly challenging. This is where some mothers experience the guilt and shame. They beat themselves up for struggling and can’t believe that they aren’t as happy as they’d imagined. They don’t just carry the stress of motherhood, they also carry the loss and trauma of infertility. You may also experience conflict with your partner, as you try to navigate your new normal. You fear that your partnership will never look the same again.

By utilizing self-compassion, we can offer ourselves the support we need. We can speak to ourselves as we would a friend and reach out to those that care. We can learn the tools and strategies to cope with the stress of motherhood and process the trauma of infertility. The Unfiltered Therapy team is here to help you on your journey.