Headspace, the world’s most accessible and comprehensive mental health platform, released new, free mental health resources in partnership with Spring Fertility, a premier network of fertility clinics, for those navigating challenges on the road to conception.
One in eight couples struggle to conceive, and 42% of Americans have either sought fertility treatment themselves or know someone who has. As awareness around fertility challenges becomes more widespread, many are left to navigate an isolating and emotional journey with minimal resources. From the financial burden to physical demands and an emotional rollercoaster for many, the stress of going through a fertility journey can deeply impact an individual’s and family’s mental health.
The National Institute of Health found that 25-60% of people experiencing fertility challenges report psychiatric symptoms with heightened levels of anxiety and depression significantly higher than controls. With the overturn of Roe v. Wade and the resulting state-by-state pullbacks on in vitro fertilisation (IVF) access and other reproductive rights, many people report feeling even greater symptoms of depression and anxiety.
In response to growing demand for fertility-centered mental health resources, Headspace partnered with fertility experts from Spring Fertility to create “Support For Your Fertility Journey.” The new content collection features guided meditations and mindfulness exercises, audio conversations, and a docu-style video series with practical insights
Dr Nicole Yoder, a fertility specialist at Spring Fertility’s New York City clinic, said: “In partnering with Headspace on this collection, our hope is that these meditations and conversations can serve as another resource so that more people navigating fertility journeys can feel seen, supported, and not alone.”