THE FUSE

When people think about infertility, they often picture someone trying for their first child. What is talked about far less is secondary infertility, when a person struggles to conceive or carry a pregnancy after already having a child. This experience can bring a confusing mix of emotions. Many people grieve the child they hope for while also feeling pressure to focus on the family they already have. When they try to share their pain, it’s not uncommon to be met with comments like: “At least you already have one," Just be thankful," or “Some people can’t have any.”