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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The fertility cliff has been discussed enough lately, IMO. For OP, it's hard and unfair that your friend drew the short straw. We did too, and it's really one of those things that puts your mental health and relationships to the test. Especially when it's been years with no success, like your friend. You can't fix the heartache and strain they're feeling, but you can be a good friend and emotional support. Urge them to take their mental health seriously and consider counseling. If they lost a family member or had some other traumatic event, it wouldn't be unreasonable, right? There's no fixing it, but the right supports can help you manage hard times like these.[/quote]

It really depends on your friend.  As someone dealing with infertility for over 10 years, I hate when friends offer emotional support or see me leaving in the early morning and ask me how my cycle is going.   Recognize that your friend is a person with unique feelings and even if she confided in you, it doesn't mean she wants to discuss it or have helpful suggestions (for therapy, donor eggs, adoption, etc) given to her.  She's thought of all these options. Be sensitive and follow her lead in whether to offer suggestions and support.  Recognize that needs can change and even if you have discussed it in the past, doesn't mean she wants to discuss it now.  What's good for one person/couple doesn't always mean it works for everyone.   Follow her lead.

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