25/04/2026
This is a photo of my wife and I in 2018, deep in the throes of IVF.
It’s the last day of this year’s Infertility Awareness Week - the theme, , emphasises that infertility is more than just a diagnosis. You are more than a simple statistic……..
It’s about acknowledging your early morning appointments before work.
It’s about recognising your calendars filled with injections, scans and two-week waits.
It’s about validating your hope, your disappointment and your despair.
It’s about trying, and trying again, and trying again one more time.
As an obstetrician, I’ve walked alongside so many patients on this path. I understand the medical side of the process.
But this is our story too.
Going through IVF with my wife has changed the lens through which I see everything. It’s hormones and procedures. It’s vulnerability, resilience and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up.
Caring for fertility-assisted pregnancies also requires particular care, knowledge and sensitivity. It’s not just clinical - for me, it’s deeply personal. My experience has allowed me to bring that understanding to how I support my patients every day.
Let’s acknowledge every person and family navigating this journey. Let’s encourage more open discussion, share our stories and support those struggling with infertility. You are not alone.
