The Baltimore Sun recently published an interesting article about the large percentage of infertile couples who have started blogging about their experiences in recent years. There are pros and cons to communicating with others through a blog, of course, but overall it seems that the medium of the blog can be a great tool for infertile couples.
Some of the benefits to couples who blog or read blogs about infertility issues include:
- A sense of community. It's important not to feel isolated and alone when dealing with issues of infertility. The blog has a community of readers and people who comment on the site.
- A way of venting. Infertility raises a lot of serious emotional issues for people. Sometimes it's difficult to constantly talk to a spouse or well-intentioned family member. Being able to vent through a blog can help release those feelings without damaging your personal relationships.
- The exchange of information. People who have gone through infertility issues before can assist those new to the problem with the exchange of information on blogs. It's important to remember that all advice should be confirmed with a qualified doctor, though, as there is a lot of misinformation printed on the web.
Although there are benefits to the blog for infertile couples, there are also drawbacks (including the display of your personal life around the world). Read the full article to get a better sense of these pros and cons.
Question of the Day: How can blogs be useful to infertile couples?
