How to talk about the “IVF Issue”

Discussing support for IVF during an election can be a sensitive yet important topic.

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Here are five tips to help you navigate this conversation effectively:

  1. Share personal stories: Sharing stories of individuals or families who have benefited from IVF humanizes the issue and makes it more relatable to others.
  2. Focus on Accessibility and Affordability: Emphasize the need for policies that make IVF more accessible and affordable for all. Don’t call treatments “expensive”. Talk about it being out of reach for many people because it is a medical treatment that is not covered by health insurance and people are forced to pay out-of-pocket for needed medical care.
  3. Address Misconceptions: Be prepared to dispel common myths and misconceptions about IVF. IVF is health care. It gives people a chance at parenthood.
  4. Promote Comprehensive Reproductive Health: Frame IVF support within the broader context of reproductive health. Advocate for comprehensive healthcare policies that include IVF as part of a full spectrum of reproductive services for all people.
  5. Engage with Empathy and Respect: Approach the conversation with empathy and respect for differing viewpoints. Acknowledge the complexities surrounding infertility and IVF and be open to listening to others' concerns and experiences.

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