Table 2.
Men's and women's experiences after undergoing unsuccessful IVF treatment
Experiences in relation to unsuccessful IVF treatment |
Putting up a shield |
Late realization of the need of professional support |
Affected partner relationship |
Frustrated at the ending of IVF |
Experiences of remaining childless after IVF failure |
Unanswered questions after ending IVF |
Feeling excluded and lacking understanding |
Loss of future life goals |