How to Support Her

Fertility treatment asks a lot of your partner, physically and emotionally. You want to be there for her, but it’s not always obvious what helps, what to say, or when to simply be there.

Here, you’ll find practical ways to support her through the different parts of treatment, without feeling like you’re supposed to have all the answers.

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Pregnancy Announcements: when someone else’s news hurts

Someone else's pregnancy news can land hard during fertility treatment. Here's why it hurts, and how to support her when it happens.

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Mood Swings: when the hormones are doing the talking

Fertility medications can make emotions run high. Here's what's behind the mood swings, and how to respond in a way that helps.

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Body Changes: when she doesn’t feel like herself

Bloating, bruises, fatigue, and a body that doesn't feel like hers. Here's what she may be going through physically, and how to help.

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Waiting: keeping her steady between results

Fertility treatment is a long series of waits. Here's how to help her through the days between results, without pushing her to be hopeful.

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Negative Results: what she needs in the first 24 hours

After a negative result, the first day matters. Here's what she needs from you, what to avoid saying, and what can wait.