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The pressure is high, may the test tube be in vain?
Source: LelaiwaPublished: 2026-04-01
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At three o'clock in the morning, Chen Jing was pacing back and forth in the living room, holding the ovulation promotion plan she had just received in her hand. It had been three months since the first test tube transplant failed. This time she was particularly nervous, worried that her emotions would affect the treatment effect. What she didn't know was that psychological pressure was quietly affecting her test tube success rate. Clinical data shows that women who are chronically exposed to high stress
1. How does pressure affect the success rate of test tubes
In most people's perceptions, the success of test tubes mainly depends on age, egg quality and technical level; however, few people know that mental states are profoundly affecting reproductive outcomes through complex physiological mechanisms. A study led by the Reproductive Center of Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine systematically revealed for the first time a strong correlation between psychological stress and assisted reproductive outcomes by analyzing clinical data from more than 8000 test-tube patients.
-Among people receiving IVF treatment, up to 68% of women have varying degrees of anxiety or depression.Data shows that the number of oocytes retrieved and the rate of high-quality embryos in this group of people have dropped by 25%-35%.
Women who experience high levels of stress have significantly increased levels of cortisol in their bodies. This directly inhibits the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, resulting in ovulation disorders and a decrease in egg quality.
-For patients who have failed repeated transplantation, psychological intervention will be followed beforetransplantation
"Many couples focus all their energy on physical conditioning during IVF treatment, but ignore the importance of mental state." Reproductive experts pointed out,"Stress is not invisible. It directly affects reproduction through the neuroendocrine system. function.
",,,",",,.When the psychological burden is excessive, the body's fertility will also be suppressed. "
2. Stress management guidelines for test-tube couples
1. Establish reasonable expectations
Thesuccess rate of IVF is affected by many factors, and even under the best circumstances, it is not success. Accepting this will help reduce the psychological burden.
,.Remember that every attempt is a step closer to success.
2. Build support systems
Shareyour feelings with your partner, family and friends, and don't endure the stress alone. Join a test-tube mutual aid group, communicate with people with similar experiences, and encourage and support each other.
,.A professional psychologist can help you cope with anxiety and depression.
3. Develop relaxation habits
Setaside 30 minutes each day for relaxation exercises such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga or progressive muscle relaxation. These activities can effectively reduce cortisol levels and improve mental state.
,,,.These activities not only relieve stress, but also divert attention and reduce excessive attention to test tube results.
4. Maintain a regular pace of life
Establisha regular schedule to ensure adequate sleep. Appropriate exercise can release endorphins and improve mood.
,.During tube therapy, you can adjust the work intensity if necessary and give yourself enough rest time.
3. Special responses in the test tube cycle

Even if you are fully prepared, the stress during tube therapy may be inevitable.
,.In this case, you can try the following methods
-Mindfulness PracticeSpend 10-15 minutes a day practicing mindfulness meditation, focusing on your current feelings rather than worrying about future results.
– Recording emotionsSpending a few minutes every day to write down your feelings and thoughts can help release pent-up emotions and also assist you in gaining a better understanding of your mental state.
- divert attentionDevelop a new hobby or get back into an old interest, thereby enriching your life and reducing excessive attention given to in vitro fertilization.
– Keep in touch with the doctor.It is important to promptly inform your doctor about your mental state. This way, the doctor can adjust the treatment plan according to your specific circumstances, and provide you with necessary support and advice.
The test tube journey is a challenging journey, and psychological stress is an inevitable part of it.
,.But remember, you are not fighting alone. Through scientific stress management, you can create a psychological environment for yourself that is more conducive to conception.
,,:,,.Your calmness and determination are a better gift for that little life in the future.


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