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Male Infertility: A Story of Emotional Perseverance

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  • Greg Kovacs, PhD, LMFT
  • January 22, 2021

Male infertility and its treatment are breeding ground for complex emotions and challenging relationship dynamics. One-third of infertility cases are caused by male reproductive problems that include low sperm production, abnormal sperm function, or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm.

Illnesses, injuries, chronic health problems, lifestyle choices, and other factors may contribute to male infertility (Mayo Clinic).

Male infertility can lead to feelings of anger, shame, resentment, confusion, and persistent relationship conflict. And while the thought of invasive procedures can be a cringeworthy topic for many men, fertility problems in men are often treatable once the cause of infertility is discovered. And though infertility treatment requires patience and perseverance, this True Story! shows that the outcome can be worth every bit of effort!

Infertility treatment requires patience and perseverance

Infertility treatment requires patience and perseverance

Steve Bolander, Founder of Bolander Fertility Coaching in Utica, New York, shares his story of anger, depression, and self-blame that challenged his marriage, his quality of life, and his sense of self-worth.  But following four years of in vitro fertilization, a biopsy, several testicular extraction procedures, and a strict Keto diet, Steve and his wife gave birth to a healthy son in 2019.

The stigma surrounding male infertility causes many men to shy away from conversations and to avoid seeking treatment. But, Steve realized that his story of male infertility could help other men and couples to manage the emotional and relational difficulty in their own journey toward parenthood. Through Bolander Fertility Coaching, Steve helps couples to stay on track to a healthy lifestyle and to navigate the trials and tribulations of infertility and of starting a new family.

Learn more about Steve Bolander and Bolander Fertility Coaching on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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Greg Kovacs, PhD, LMFT

Greg Kovacs, PhD, LMFT

Greg Kovacs is a Utica, New York-based licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who specializes in couples counseling and post-relationship co-parenting. His evidence-based counseling techniques emphasize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family system theory, and solution-focused therapy to achieve actionable and effective results. In addition to his private practice, Greg is a highly sought-after, engaging public speaker in the areas of parenting and post-divorce coparenting. He offers online and in-person seminars and workshops on co-parenting-focused topics. Greg hosts the popular True You! Podcast, featuring conversations with experts that feed the mind, inspire growth, and encourage personal and professional transformation.
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