In today’s fast-paced life, stress has become an inseparable part of our daily routine. The constant pressure to balance work, family, and social responsibilities often leads to chronic stress. While stress affects many aspects of our lives, prolonged stress can seriously impact reproductive health.
Dr. Munmun Ahmed explains that stress hormones, such as cortisol, play a key role in the body’s “fight or flight” response. When stress becomes chronic, it can disrupt the delicate balance of reproductive hormones, affecting ovulation, egg production, and sperm health in men.
Stress does not only affect physical health; it also influences our lifestyle and behavior. Under stress, people may overeat or eat unhealthy food, experience irregular sleep, or indulge in smoking and excessive alcohol consumption—all of which can reduce fertility.
A vicious cycle often develops between stress and fertility issues: fertility challenges increase stress, which in turn further affects reproductive health. Therefore, maintaining mental and emotional well-being alongside medical treatment is essential.
Dr. Munmun Ahmed advises the following effective coping strategies:
- Mindfulness and Stress Management: Regular yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises.
- Healthy Lifestyle: Balanced diet, adequate sleep, and regular physical activity.
- Supportive Environment and Relationships: Open communication with partners, family, and friends.
- Professional Support: Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and specialist guidance.
Chronic stress affects not only physical but also emotional well-being, impacting hormone regulation, ovulation, sperm production, and overall health. Fertility is therefore both a physical and emotional matter.
Dr. Munmun Ahmed is committed to providing personalized, compassionate, and modern care. She believes that with proper guidance and mental well-being, many couples can successfully achieve pregnancy.