Getting pregnant after 40
The desire to have a child doesn’t always arise at the same time. Some couples want a child early on, others only later. These days, becoming pregnant…
Social Media and the Desire to Have Children: Between Inspiration and Overwhelm
For many of us, social media is part of everyday life. We share our thoughts, find inspiration, follow profiles we admire, and stay in touch with…
‘When are you going to have children?’ – Why asking about the desire to have children is so hurtful
‘So, when are you going to have children?’ A question that is often asked at family gatherings, among friends or even at work. Usually with a smile…
Patience when trying for a baby: What helps couples when the desired baby is a long time coming
‘You just have to be patient!’ A phrase that many couples who want children hear sooner or later. It is certainly well-intentioned and meant to be…
Feeling different, staying connected: when couples have different approaches to having children
The period of trying for a baby is a time full of hope, questions and uncertainty for couples. It may turn out that the partners do not experience…
When hope hurts: Why the unfulfilled desire to have children hits so hard
The inability to have children often affects couples with an intensity that surprises even them. It is not just about the absence of pregnancy, but…