By Emma Njoku
Couples facing infertility challenges have been enjoined to remain unfazed in their desire to have children, no matter the complimentary or discouraging comments from people around them.
A senior embryologist and co-founder, Origene Fertility, Mrs Oluidayo, who gave the advice at a fertility clinic in Lagos, ahead of World Fertility Day, reiterated her organisation’s commitment towards supporting couples on the journey to
parenthood.
“Parenthood is a journey and there are various ways to arrive at the destination. While
the journey can seem lonely, it doesn’t have to be. At Origene, it is our vision to support every couple going through the journey of infertility to parenthood. We are here for every step of the journey. We will support you all the way.
“What is more important to you? Is it to have a child or what people will say? Don’t let
what people will say hinder you from the joy that comes from being a parent. Remember, everyone needs a little help sometimes. So don’t be discouraged if you require options such as sperm or egg donation and surrogacy,” Mrs Yusuf said.
Sharing their IVF journey, some of the people who had been supported by the clinic reignited the spark of hope for many others present. While the journey to parenthood is not a one-size-fits-all as some journey through gamete donation, embryo donation, IVF, surrogacy and adoption, Yusuf noted that the aim is to become a parent in a safe,
comfortable, and legal way, adding that one must decide to take the first step.
The Medical Director, and co-founder, Dr Babatunde Ogunkinle, said over eight million babies have been born through IVF.