In this episode of Take A Pause, I sit down with Dr. Munjaal Kapadia, a renowned gynecologist, and the founder of Namaha Hospital to understand the complex and often misunderstood journey of infertility, IVF, and the emotional toll it takes on couples. Drawing from personal experiences with infertility and multiple miscarriages, my wife Pooja and I navigated the IVF process under Dr. Munjaal Kapadia guidance. He shares insights into the technical aspects of infertility treatments, emphasizing the human side of this challenging journey. We also discussed factors affecting fertility, including lifestyle choices, and addressed concerns such as the cost of fertility procedures, the impact of habits like smoking that can affect fertility, and dealing with emotional weight of pregnancy loss.We also explore common misconceptions surrounding IVF, including the notion of it being "unnatural," and Dr. Kapadia's perspective on seeking help and utilizing medical advancements. Join us for an open, honest conversation that will resonate with anyone facing similar challenges.00:00 –Introduction02:06 – Infertility hurts more than you think07:21 – What doctors don’t tell you about IVF09:38 – IVF: Science or just a business?16:00 – IVF myths you need to stop believing27:10 – The silent pain of miscarriages35:33 – IVF success rates vs reality39:08 – How couples survive IVF failures45:08 – Parenthood after IVF – is it worth it?57:22 – The true cost of IVF – beyond money01:00:49 – IVF myths that are fooling you01:07:36 – How to find the right IVF doctor

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