A lot of people are surprised by the emotional challenges infertility kicks up. They're unexpected. They're big. And we mostly deal with them in private. What is it about infertility that makes you feel totally insane and what are some coping techniques that might alleviate some of the stress and big feelings that pop up?

On this episode, we're talking to mental health expert (and fertility warrior herself) Rena Gower LCSW about what makes infertility such a traumatic life event.

We're also asking Rena:

• What are some of the most common challenges you hear from people going through infertility? Are there common themes?
• What are some warning signs that a marriage or relationship might be straining under the pressure of TTC?
• How do you know it’s time to talk to a therapist or mental health expert?
• Are there any coping techniques or tips that listeners can implement to make going through infertility a bit easier for them?

And here's a link to the article referenced in the episode that Rena wrote for Fruitful about how infertility can affect your sex life and marriage:
https://www.fruitfulfertility.org/blog/2111/infertility-sex-and-marriage/