Carmel Bagness
Professional Lead for Midwifery and Women’s Health, Royal College of Nursing
Fertility treatment can be challenging, but specialist nurses provide expert guidance, emotional support and clear information to help individuals and couples navigate options with confidence and care.
Going through fertility treatment is a journey, and just like trying to conceive naturally, it is not always successful. This can have a huge emotional impact on people’s lives, and even getting through the doors of a fertility clinic can be emotionally challenging.
Deciding on your fertility care path
At every stage, particularly at the beginning of the process, you can seek the advice of a specialist nurse, including at your local general practice, as this can be hugely beneficial in deciding on the right path to take.
It is important to remember you are not alone; many people face challenges starting a family, and it is nothing to feel embarrassed or disheartened about. There will always be others going through it.
If you end up at a fertility clinic, you have taken a big step and should feel proud to have gotten this far. Unlike the early days of fertility treatment, there are now many options available and considerations to take, and deciding the right way to go can be daunting.
These skilled, empathetic nurses can also help
ensure that everyone involved receives
psychological support throughout the process.
How specialist nurses can offer support
A Registered Nurse will be there to support you. They are uniquely positioned to offer expert, accurate information to help demystify the treatment pathways and all that they involve. These skilled, empathetic nurses can also help ensure that everyone involved receives psychological support throughout the process. This is especially important when fertility treatment does not result in a successful pregnancy.
Always reach out for help and information
The important thing is taking that first leap. It may be tough, physically and emotionally demanding, but at the centre of it all, there will be experienced nurses to guide and support you. Always reach out, always ask questions, and never think you are on your own.
