Understanding Infertility in India: Stigma, Support, and the Science of IVF

ByHemali Ramchandani
Updated: 13 Oct 2025, 11:04 am

Infertility brings uncertainty, but it no longer has to mean the end of your dream to become a parent. With advancements in fertility science and growing access to supportive communities, couples today have more options and more hope than ever before. Pregatips’ IVF Support Group and its upcoming Live AMA with Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj create a space where you can learn, ask questions, and find clarity about your next steps.

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Every year, thousands of couples in India begin their fertility journeys with quiet fear but growing optimism. Modern treatments like IVF have transformed what once felt impossible into a path filled with hope and possibility. Yet, beyond science, what truly helps many couples is support and hearing from others who have walked the same road and realising they aren’t alone.
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That’s why Pregatips created the IVF Support Group, a private online community where couples can connect, ask questions, and learn directly from fertility experts. On 15th October at 7 PM, the group will host a Live Ask Me Anything session with Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj, a leading gynaecologist and infertility specialist. Whether you’re considering IVF, preparing for your first cycle, or simply curious about the process, this session offers a safe space to ask real questions, openly or anonymously. Those exploring IVF treatment can also fill out this IVF Journey Form for personalised guidance. It connects you with experts who can help assess your fertility goals, discuss treatment options, and recommend next steps, confidentially and at your own pace. By sharing a few basic details, you can receive guidance on whether to seek diagnostic testing, lifestyle counselling, or fertility treatment.

What Seeking Help Should Really Look Like

A fertility journey usually begins with basic investigations: hormone tests, semen analysis, and ultrasound scans. If issues are found, doctors may recommend medication, lifestyle changes, or procedures like IUI or IVF.
However, getting to this stage takes courage. Proactive care and the right kind of knowledge are very important to get to the right place. This is where access to expert-led discussions makes a difference. Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj is going to address all the misconceptions about IVF and fertility myths in the AMA session hosted by Pregatips IVF Support Group.
Members can post questions anonymously within the private Facebook group and receive medically accurate, empathetic answers. It’s a small but significant step toward making expert guidance more accessible and less intimidating.

The Emotional Landscape of Fertility Treatment

Every fertility journey brings mixed emotions: anticipation, anxiety, and sometimes disappointment. The emotional toll of delayed conception can be as challenging as the physical process itself.
Acknowledging these emotions is an essential part of fertility care. Studies show that structured counselling and peer support can lower stress, improve adherence to treatment, and even influence outcomes. The Pregatips community provides that sense of shared understanding. Within the group, members discuss topics that are often left unspoken elsewhere: dealing with uncertainty between cycles, communicating with family, or managing the financial and emotional weight of treatment. Even for those who aren’t ready to begin IVF, reading others’ questions and experiences can bring a valuable perspective.
Infertility may begin as a medical condition, but it quickly becomes a test of resilience, patience, and emotional strength. You don’t have to face it in silence. Whether it’s through medical consultation, counselling, or joining spaces like the Pregatips IVF Support Group, help and understanding exist, and they can make all the difference.

FAQs on Breaking the Silence Around Infertility: Why Support, Science, and Conversation Matter


  1. How common is infertility in India?
    Roughly 10–15% of couples face infertility. Urban lifestyles, delayed childbearing, and stress have contributed to the rise.
  2. Is infertility only a women’s issue?
    No. Male factors contribute to nearly half of infertility cases, but are often overlooked due to social stigma.
  3. When should I consult a doctor for fertility issues?
    If you’ve been trying for over a year without success (or six months if over 35), schedule a fertility evaluation.
  4. How can community support help?
    Speaking with others on similar paths reduces isolation, clarifies options, and encourages timely medical care.

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