Talking About Infertility

Talking about infertility can be difficult for everyone including friends and family members. Learn communication tips for discussing this sensitive topic.

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What to Say to Your Friends and Family

When you are experiencing infertility, communicating with family and friends can be difficult and challenging. Even the most caring relative or friend may offer a “helpful” suggestion that will appear wildly insensitive to you. Here are some tips for talking about infertility with family and friends, if you decide to do so.

What to Say to Your Infertile Friend or Family Member

When you have a friend or family member who has been diagnosed with infertility, discussions about their family building journey can be difficult and challenging. Even your most innocent “helpful” suggestion may appear wildly insensitive to your infertile friend or family member. Here are some tips for talking about infertility and the family building journey, if you decide to do so.