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Beyond reproductive health issues and lifestyle factors, psychological stress significantly impacts the ability to conceive. When the body experiences prolonged stress, the brain releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These can disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, negatively affecting reproductive function in both men and women.

In women, stress can lead to menstrual cycle irregularities, inhibit ovulation, or reduce the quality of the uterine lining, making embryo implantation difficult. In men, prolonged stress diminishes sperm count, quality, and motility, thereby reducing the chances of natural fertilization.

Couples facing infertility often experience anxiety and stress for many years. Pressure from family and society, coupled with unsuccessful assisted reproductive interventions, can easily exacerbate psychological burdens.

Master of Science, Doctor Tran Ngoc Ha Giang performs oocyte retrieval for in vitro fertilization treatment. Photo: Tam Anh General Hospital

Managing stress is a crucial supportive measure to improve natural fertility. When the mind is relaxed, the body can balance hormones, enhance egg and sperm quality, and create a favorable environment for conception.

Since you and your husband have been married for one year, are not using contraception, and engage in regular intercourse but have not conceived, you should seek early medical consultation. A doctor can comprehensively assess your reproductive health and advise on appropriate treatment methods.

To increase your chances of natural pregnancy or the success rate of assisted reproductive methods, you need to ensure adequate nutrition and maintain a relaxed mindset. Get enough sleep, engage in light exercise, practice meditation, participate in healthy recreational activities, and proactively share your feelings with your partner or relatives.

Couples undergoing infertility treatment should maintain a comfortable psychological state to improve embryo quality and endometrial quality, increasing the embryo's chances of implantation and development. During the Tet holiday, couples undergoing infertility treatment should adhere to their doctor's medication instructions and schedule appointments promptly after Tet. This ensures subsequent treatment steps are smooth and conception occurs early.

Master of Science, Doctor Tran Ngoc Ha Giang

Center for Reproductive Assistance

Tam Anh General Hospital - District 8