How to cope with depression due to childlessness

[LoterGarry]

We underwent multiple rounds of ovulation induction, IUI, and IVF, all of which failed, but then we conceived naturally. However, we lost our first baby in the sixth month due to a heart anomaly. We conceived naturally again, but this time the sac formed without an embryo. We haven't done any chromosome karyotyping tests. Our doctor suggests using an egg or sperm donor, but we are not comfortable with that. How can we overcome this?

[tedgillispie]

We, as a society, moved away from nature long ago. Both, having a child naturally and childless (for whatever reason), are natural. Learn to move in the opposite direction of the society (by heart).

[karissatbeltran]

I try to keep a daily routine that includes gentle exercise, journaling, and talking with a therapist who understands fertility grief. Small moments of connection—like a walk with a friend or a creative hobby—help break the rumble of sadness. When anxiety spikes, I use cbd distillate to calm my nerves, and it makes the evenings feel more manageable.