Economist Podcasts The Weekend Intelligence: The hope and the heartbreak of IVF
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Nov 4, 2023 
Catherine Brahic, Environment editor at The Economist, and Sacha Nauta, Social affairs editor, share their deeply personal journeys with IVF. They explore the emotional rollercoaster of hope and despair that comes with fertility treatments. Their candid discussions highlight the grief, loneliness, and relationship dynamics shaped by their experiences over five years. Both guests emphasize the need for openness about these struggles, shedding light on the often-untold realities of the IVF process and advocating for greater understanding and support.
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Five Years of IVF
- A woman shares her experience of undergoing five years of IVF treatment and eight cycles.
- She emphasizes the lack of stories about unsuccessful IVF journeys.
The Heartbreak of IVF
- Most IVF cycles end in heartbreak and grief, not the miracles often portrayed.
- This unique grief stems from losing something that never fully existed.
Shared IVF Journey
- Catherine Brahic and Sacha Nauta discovered they were both undergoing IVF.
- They initially kept their experiences private, highlighting the sensitive nature of IVF.