Protecting your energy during your fertility journey matters, not just in pregnancy. Trying to conceive can be tough, and unsolicited advice, other people’s stories, media, advertisements and entertainment can all affect your thoughts, emotions and sense of well-being. Given the impact of stress and trauma on fertility, it is important to protect your peace and feel secure in your body, home and surroundings.
That might mean avoiding fear-inducing content, setting clear boundaries about what you do and do not want to discuss, reducing contact with people who drain your energy, and making time for rest and rejuvenation. If you are not ready to make changes yet, journaling can be a simple first step.
Lifestyle matters for fertility. A BMC Public Health study found that women with 4–5 healthy habits had a 59% lower risk of infertility.
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takes 3 minutes to completeYou may have already heard about the need to safeguard the mother's energy during pregnancy, as there's a general understanding that stress is 'harmful to the baby,' and many cultures worldwide treat pregnant women as sacred, offering them utmost care and consideration. In Ayurveda, for example, pregnant women are encouraged to stay away from distressing stories or music, as well as content that generates fear.
However, this concept isn't only relevant during pregnancy. It’s just as important to begin protecting your energy during your fertility journey as well. The process of trying to conceive can be tough, and although each experience is different, people may feel compelled to share unsolicited advice or recount their own fertility or pregnancy stories. While their intentions may be kind, such narratives might not help you create the sense of calm and safety you need during this time. It may be useful to start considering what boundaries you’d like to set with certain people**—such as defining topics that are off-limits or only accepting advice when asked.
When we think about health, we often focus on what we eat, but we often forget about the non-food elements we consume, such as media, advertisements, and entertainment, and how these can affect our energy, thoughts, and emotions, particularly our sense of well-being. Given the impact of stress and trauma on fertility, it’s crucial to focus on protecting your peace during this period, which includes feeling secure in your body, home, and surroundings. Additionally, addressing this now means that, when pregnancy comes, you won’t have to worry about establishing boundaries and shielding your energy because you will have already done the groundwork, enabling you to experience the journey with greater peace and ease.
Protecting your peace looks different for everyone, but here are some suggestions to consider:
This content is for educational purposes only. It has been reviewed for scientific accuracy, but it does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical questions or fertility treatment decisions.
Reviewed for scientific accuracy by: Dr. Mona Bungum
Last reviewed: October 2026
Lifestyle matters for fertility. A BMC Public Health study found that women with 4–5 healthy habits had a 59% lower risk of infertility.
Fill out the questionnaire, and get a personalised, holistic and evidence-based programme tailored to you.
takes 3 minutes to completeIf any of these suggestions resonate with you, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on whether protecting your energy might be the missing piece to bringing more peace (and even joy!) into your fertility journey. If you don’t feel ready to make changes just yet (and that’s perfectly fine!), a simple way to start is by journaling on the topic. Reflect on these questions:
If you'd like more support in this area, a counsellor or psychologist with experience in fertility can help.
