Can Stress Contribute to Infertility?

Stress has become an everyday constant for many individuals. Work, personal life, and other responsibilities keep us awake at night, force us to develop unhealthy habits, and disturb our moods. Add to these the anxieties of trying to get pregnant, and you will see a fair portrayal of many women today. Could this stress affect one’s ability to conceive? In my experience, the answer is: quite possibly so. Many researchers, however, disagree.

Insurance Coverage for Infertility Treatments

For many infertile couples in the United States, the cost of infertility treatment is prohibitive. While many foreign countries, especially those with declining birthrates, subsidize in vitro fertilization (IVF), the United States government has not yet recognized infertility as a disability that warrants greater scrutiny. Luckily for some, however, legislature in 15 states mandates insurers to offer coverage for certain procedures, making infertility treatments more affordable for thousands of families.