Infertility is often seen as a woman's struggle, but as a man facing this challenge, I can attest to
the profound impact it has on us too. The disappointment, frustration, and feelings of
inadequacy can be overwhelming. I wanted to journal my thoughts and emotions, hoping it
would help me process everything, but every time I sat down with a pen and paper, the words
just wouldn’t come. How do you articulate feelings that you can barely understand yourself?

The silence around male infertility is deafening. Society expects us to be strong and stoic, which
makes opening about our vulnerabilities incredibly difficult. I felt isolated, unable to share my
burden with even my closest friends. The pressure to be the rock, the provider, and the
unshakeable one was immense. I feared that writing down my thoughts would expose me as
weak or less of a man.

Then I discovered Newbees, a digital platform dedicated to supporting those facing infertility.
One feature that stood out to me was their video journaling tool. Unlike traditional journaling, it
didn’t require me to find the perfect words. Instead, I could speak freely, and the tool would
analyse my facial expressions, spoken words, and sentiment to help me understand my
emotions better.

Using the video journal felt liberating. I could express my thoughts verbally, without worrying
about finding the right words. This process helped me unravel the complex emotions I had been
bottling up. Newbees’ personalized insights and support provided a sense of validation that I
desperately needed. I realized I wasn’t alone and that my feelings were legitimate.

Through this journey, I learned that it’s okay to struggle with finding words. Sometimes, just
speaking from the heart is enough. The support from Newbees and their innovative tools made
it possible for me to start healing and understanding my own experience with infertility. To any
man out there feeling the same, know that there are ways to express yourself and find support,
even when words fail you.

Tapan, Bangalore