Infertility And Adoption
Mothers who have relinquished a child for adoption and higher than average rates of secondary infertility?
I’ve heard many times that “birth” mothers experience a higher than average rate of secondary infertility. Does anyone know why this is?
Okay, cantstop. I agree it is something the adoption industry would not put out there, that evidence to suggest that would be suppressed. But, the people who say this, where are thy getting this information? And, if it is true, which I’m operating under the assumption that it is, WHY? That is my main question.
It’s difficult to find solid statistics regarding secondary infertility in relation to birth mothers vs. that in the general population. Some claim 20-30% choose not to have another child. In one review, 36% of birth moms experience secondary infertility (Stiffler 1991); or birth moms are 170% higher than the general population to experience secondary infertility (Deykin, E., Ph.D., 1982, “The post adoption experience of surrendering parents”. American Journal of Orthopsychiatry.)
“Unlike those experiencing primary infertility, couples that are affected by secondary infertility are much less likely to get infertility treatment. This is usually due to the misconception that once you’re fertile, you’ll always be fertile……Reasons for secondary infertility tend to be the same as reasons for primary infertility. Since you were last pregnant, you or your partner may have had an infection, gained some weight, or started eating fewer healthy foods. These seemingly small variances can have large repercussions on reproductive health. Additionally, if it has been a few years since you last had a child, egg quality may have begun decreasing or your partner’s sperm may not be what it once was. Abnormalities with sperm and ejaculate are frequently cited as causes of secondary infertility. Other common explanations for secondary infertility include:
* Ovulation problems, * Endometriosis, * Pelvic adhesions,
* Uterine fibroids or polyps”
http://www.fertilityfactor.com/infertility_secondary_infertility.html/
http://www.adoptioncrossroads.org/ginni.html
One article mentioned a high incidence of depression & ‘numbing’ behaviors in the aftermath of adoption. I wonder if prescription meds (or ‘self medication’ such as alcohol use) may contribute to secondary infertility. I say that with NO judgment AT ALL! People cope with trauma, stress or PTSD in any number of ways. It’s a matter of emotional survival.
It’s an interesting question. I’ve often wondered myself.
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