Long term effects of IVF
Test tube babies are babies delivered by artificial insemination or in vitro fertilization. With the progress of science and technology, more and more couples choose this method of birth. However, the long-term impact of IVF has always been a concern. This article will elaborate on the long-term impact of IVF from four aspects: physical health, psychological development, family relations and social identity.
good health
In the process of embryo transfer or in vitro fertilization, IVF may experience multiple laboratory operations and drug treatment, which may have a certain impact on its health. First, IVF babies may be born with low birth weight, which may increase their risk of lung disease, cardiovascular disease and abnormal immune system. Secondly, some studies have shown that IVF has a high risk of fetal malformation, which may be due to the fact that IVF mothers are usually older or have infertility.
However, it is worth noting that with the progress of medical technology and the improvement of postpartum care and treatment methods for IVF, these negative effects are decreasing. Many IVF babies can achieve the same level of physical health as naturally conceived children.
psychological development
IVF may face some challenges related to psychological development. First, they may face contact problems with their biological parents. Since IVF babies are usually born through sperm donation or surrogacy, they may have curiosity and questions about their biological parents. This has an impact on their identity and sense of self-worth.
Secondly, IVF babies may face problems with their peers. Since they are usually the only IVF babies, they may feel different from other children and difficult to integrate into peer groups. This may have an impact on their social skills and self-confidence.
However, there are also solutions to the psychological development of IVF. Family education and social support are very important for their mental health and growth. Good relationships with other family members, psychological counseling and support groups can help them establish healthy self-identity and positive social relations.
Family relations
The arrival of IVF may have a certain impact on family relations. First, couples may face emotional connection problems with their babies. Since IVF is born through scientific methods rather than natural pregnancy, couples may need to experience more pressure and challenges to establish emotional ties with the baby.
Secondly, IVF may exert some pressure on the relationship between husband and wife. Raising IVF babies requires more energy, time and money, which may lead to tension and conflict between couples.
However, the arrival of IVF may also strengthen the relationship between husband and wife. Couples' common expectations and sense of responsibility for IVF may help them unite and support each other more. In addition, IVF can also become a new hope and happiness source for families, and strengthen the emotional connection between family members.
social identity
IVF may face some identification problems in society. First, they may suffer from the prejudice and discrimination of others. In some groups, there is still an attitude of incomprehension and doubt about the birth mode of IVF, and IVF may face exclusion from peers and social environment.
Secondly, IVF babies may have to face the problem of their own identity. Compared with naturally conceived children, the identity tags of IVF may be unique. They may need to get rid of the uncertainty of their own identity and build a positive self-identity.
However, the problem of social identity can also be solved through education and social support. Treating IVF babies with a positive and open attitude and providing appropriate education and help can help them gain equal recognition and respect in society.
Summary
The long-term impact of IVF involves physical health, psychological development, family relations and social identity. Although IVF may face some challenges and difficulties, with the progress of medical technology and the support of family and society, many IVF can have the same physical health and psychological development as naturally conceived children. The arrival of IVF can also strengthen family relations and gain equal social recognition through social education and support.
