Odd question. But have any other women had the thought of being with another man just to get her pregnant because she thinks it's her husband's problem? Or is it just me...

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OP I understand your sentiments. But please exercise grace in everything. Infertility whether male or female is often times out of people’s control. Think about it this way, if the case were reversed and you had the problem, how would you feel if your hubby entertained the same thought you have. It’s not pleasant. Marriage is for better or worse - and I say worse within reason as what I consider worse for me, might not be for you. This journey is challenging so Try your best not to entertain these types of thoughts because it may come off as hurtful to the other party. You can focus on what you both can work on that is healthy for the relationship that will help you achieve the common goal which is a happy healthy baby. Other posters have provided suggestions around ICSI for IVF etc. Wishing you all the best! 🫶🏽🫶🏽

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Apparently he may be looking for said kids 😅😭

Do you think your husband is the problem or do you know because you’ve both been tested? If neither of you has been tested that should be your starting point. If it turns out your husband is the one with the issue why not just use a sperm donor? The poor guy probably already feels badly enough about the situation. It’s no excuse to use the fertility issues as a justification to cheat on the man.

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IVF with ICSI is extremely effective at overcoming male infertility. Just start the journey and you’ll likely be pregnant before you know it.

I believe it’s a common thought across families

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Has anyone actually been successful with this approach ?

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After I got my 2nd wife pregnant when her doctor had told her after 7 miscarriages she would never get pregnant she talked me into going to donate at the sperm bank . I probably have dozens of kids out there. Also I directly helped more than 1 lady to get pregnant to satisfy the need of a child. SO YES women think about finding a guy to simply donate a baby and stay with her hubby. I am proof it happens.

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Depending on what the issue is, IVF is a good work around for male issues especially utilizing ICSI. Mentioning in case you haven’t spoken to an RE about it

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