
Infertility Support Group
In vitro fertilization is one of the most common and utilized ways of treating conception problems. This support group is dedicated to those beginning their journey with IVF and needing support. Join the community and share your experiences, advice, and story with people going through similar challenges starting a family.

CinLauk
Has anyone had to face problems at work with doing their fertility treatments. I feel as though it going to be a major problem that I will have to use my sick time that I earned and come in late so that I can do the treatments. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to handle this. I have a good job that covers most treatments so I cannot just leave to go elsewhere, but I can already see if as a problem and I have not officially started yet. This is causing me more stress that I really dont need.
Thanks for your suggestions
Thanks for your suggestions
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Every situation is different I know but, I would use caution. It depends on where you work and who you work with. If it's a cut throat competitive environment, be careful. Maybe go to Human Resources and let them know, maybe they can offer advice. If it's more of a family environment, I would open up. People can be amazing and they could be a great support system...
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When I finally did tell my boss, she seemed very supportive but then when push came to shove she was not very understanding when I needed time off, so I guess my advice is to tell only the people you can absolutely rely on, and if your boss is not one of them, tread carefully, I know this isn't very useful, but I think each case is different and employers are both more generous than they could be, but also less generous than perhaps they should be.
You could also try going during your lunch or right after work if they are open late.
Thanks again :))