Susanne and Mike are childless not by choice. Their love got them through
A Sydney-based couple shares their personal journey of navigating infertility and the emotional toll of failed IVF treatments. The article highlights their decision to embrace a life without children while advocating for awareness during World Childless Week.
Why it matters
It provides a human perspective on the often-stigmatized experience of involuntary childlessness and the mental health challenges associated with fertility treatments.
Mike, 48, and Susanne, 51, are based in Sydney and both work in women's health. ( Supplied )
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After three IVF cycles, Susanne and Mike Armour made the difficult decision to stop trying for a baby. While childlessness wasn't something they planned for, the pair, based in Sydney, say their unwavering love for one another meant the future as a family of two was still one to look forward to.
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Mike: We met on the first day of acupuncture school in 2005 in New Zealand.
I was just quite taken with her. For me, it was love at first sight.
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