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Namita Thapar's IVF Struggle: 2 Failures & Health Call
30 Apr
Summary
- Namita Thapar experienced two unsuccessful IVF attempts.
- She highlighted the critical need for fertility education.
- Iron deficiency affects 57% of Indian women, impacting IVF.
Businesswoman Namita Thapar has opened up about her challenging IVF journey, revealing two failed attempts that took an emotional and physical toll. She shared her experience on social media, emphasizing the critical need for increased public awareness and education surrounding fertility treatments.
Thapar highlighted that in India, where 57% of women suffer from iron deficiency, this condition can significantly affect IVF success rates. She advocated for comprehensive medical tests before undertaking IVF procedures.
Previously, during an episode of Shark Tank India Season 2, Thapar had discussed her struggles with infertility when a pitch for an IUI home kit was made. She had conceived her first child easily at 28 but faced difficulties when trying for a second, undergoing numerous injections for IVF.
After abandoning IVF attempts, she eventually conceived naturally. Thapar noted it took nearly a decade to publicly share her story, motivated by her heart and the desire to break societal taboos. Her honesty now encourages more open conversations about fertility and its challenges.
