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Whether the infertility issues are yours, your partner’s, or something you share, be certain that you most likely will share the ups and downs of baby making. Infertility is tough on the most resilient of individuals and couples. It will find the weak spots in you and your relationship. Steady yourself and your union for what could be turbulent waters ahead (this includes success and a new baby!)

When it comes to baby making, sooner is often better than later, but keep in mind that this is from a biological perspective. And although you may hear the biological clock ticking away, ready-or-not is not the best way to make your decision about when to conceive. The state of your union is an issue we revisit throughout this book, as it is one of the most important aspects in dealing with fertility, infertility, and baby makes three (or more). And although biology is a key issue in deciding if and when you’re ready to conceive, maturity, financial security, and stability are equally important, whether your challenge is trying to get pregnant or trying to raise said baby in a difficult and expensive world.

For people in a partnership relationship, the quality of your partnership is the foundation for your family. Take the time to make sure that it’s solid before moving on to the next level. Revisit it often to make sure it’s staying secure through the ups and downs of trying to conceive. For people not in a partnership relationship, the status of your support system can be one of your biggest assets in your journey through the fertility process.

Just keep talking! As with all other areas, communication is key in the decision to add on to your family, whether you’re successful right away or not. If you find yourselves at an impasse, enlist the help of an outside party: a member of the clergy, a therapist, or a physician to help you sort out feelings and facts.