{"id":52330,"date":"2026-08-10T06:51:23","date_gmt":"2026-08-10T04:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/?post_type=discussion_reelle&#038;p=52330"},"modified":"2026-08-10T06:51:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T04:51:23","slug":"low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland","status":"publish","type":"discussion_reelle","link":"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Libido and Energy Drop During a Fertility Journey in Switzerland and What Actually Helps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Marco and Elena, a couple from Lausanne, had been trying to conceive for eight months when they noticed something neither expected: exhaustion had quietly replaced desire.<\/p>\n<p>This is one of the most common yet least discussed struggles couples face: a real libido drop during fertility treatment, paired with constant fatigue.<\/p>\n<p>If you are experiencing an energy drop during your fertility journey months, you are far from alone.<\/p>\n<p>As Switzerland&#8217;s Swiss Vegan Fertility Leader, <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/\">Plusbaby<\/a> works with doctors and couples across Zurich, Geneva and Bern who quietly navigate low desire, exhaustion and stress while trying to conceive.<\/p>\n<p>This article breaks down why fertility treatment in Switzerland often affects your body and mind this way, and what genuinely helps.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#The_Hidden_Link_Between_Fertility_Struggles_and_Low_Libido\" >The Hidden Link Between Fertility Struggles and Low Libido<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Hormonal_shifts\" >Hormonal shifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#The_stress_hormone_connection\" >The stress hormone connection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Why_Energy_Crashes_During_a_Fertility_Journey\" >Why Energy Crashes During a Fertility Journey<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Physical_and_logistical_load\" >Physical and logistical load<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Nutritional_depletion\" >Nutritional depletion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#maca_%E2%80%93_Peruvian_Ginseng_for_Fertility_and_Libido\" >+maca \u2013 Peruvian Ginseng for Fertility and Libido<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#The_Psychological_Toll_Stress_Anxiety_and_Relationship_Pressure\" >The Psychological Toll: Stress, Anxiety and Relationship Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#What_the_Science_Says_Medical_and_Nutritional_Contributors\" >What the Science Says: Medical and Nutritional Contributors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#What_Actually_Helps_Evidence-Based_Strategies\" >What Actually Helps: Evidence-Based Strategies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#How_Plusbaby_maca_Supports_Energy_and_Libido_Naturally\" >How Plusbaby +maca Supports Energy and Libido Naturally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Scientific_References_and_Studies\" >Scientific References and Studies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/low-libido-energy-fertility-treatment-switzerland\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hidden_Link_Between_Fertility_Struggles_and_Low_Libido\"><\/span>The Hidden Link Between Fertility Struggles and Low Libido<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hormonal medications, ovulation tracking, and scheduled intimacy can quietly turn a natural act into a stressful task. Here is what is actually happening in the body:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_shifts\"><\/span>Hormonal shifts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Many women report low libido during IVF cycles specifically, since hormone-stimulating medications shift estrogen and progesterone rapidly<\/li>\n<li>These shifts are recognised fertility treatment side effects, not a sign that something is wrong with you or your relationship<\/li>\n<li>Men can experience temporary testosterone dips during high-stress treatment windows too<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_stress_hormone_connection\"><\/span>The stress hormone connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Cortisol, the body&#8217;s primary stress hormone, rises during fertility journey stress and libido challenges<\/li>\n<li>Elevated cortisol directly suppresses testosterone in men and estrogen in women, the two hormones most responsible for sexual desire<\/li>\n<li>The pressure of timed intercourse can turn desire into an obligation rather than intimacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Understanding this hormonal loop is the first step; it is not you, it is biology under pressure.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gradient-cta\" style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #000;\">\n<p><strong>Feeling the Disconnect?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rebuild desire naturally. Plusbaby&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\">+maca<\/a> is crafted by Swiss doctors with 100 percent Peruvian Maca to help restore libido and stamina while you focus on conception.<\/p>\n<p>Vegan, additive-free, and backed by real research.<\/p>\n<p>Many Swiss couples choose the Couple Fertility Bundle (Core) together with +maca for coordinated support of hormones, energy, and desire.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\">Discover +maca and reclaim your spark<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Energy_Crashes_During_a_Fertility_Journey\"><\/span>Why Energy Crashes During a Fertility Journey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beyond emotional strain, there are real physical reasons behind tiredness during fertility treatment:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_and_logistical_load\"><\/span>Physical and logistical load<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Frequent bloodwork, injections, and clinic visits disrupt sleep and daily routines<\/li>\n<li>Travel to appointments and time off work add to daily fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Sleep is often broken by anxiety, medication timing or physical discomfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_depletion\"><\/span>Nutritional depletion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Many hormonal protocols deplete key nutrients, iron, B12, magnesium and CoQ10, needed for cellular energy production<\/li>\n<li>This is one of the most overlooked fertility treatment side effects: patients focus on ovulation and embryo quality while ignoring the basic fuel their body needs<\/li>\n<li>An energy drop during the fertility journey is not laziness; it is often a nutritional and hormonal deficit that compounds over weeks, leaving little left for work, relationships, or intimacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"woocommerce columns-2 blog-products-sts\"><ul class=\"products columns-2\">\n<li class=\"product type-product post-29087 status-publish first instock product_cat-supplements product_tag-complements product_tag-maca has-post-thumbnail purchasable product-type-simple\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\" class=\"woocommerce-LoopProduct-link woocommerce-loop-product__link\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/augmenter-la-libido-et-la-fertilite-chez-les-hommes-et-les-femmes-suisses-600x600.webp\" class=\"attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail\" alt=\"augmenter-la-libido-et-la-fertilite-chez-les-hommes-et-les-femmes-suisses\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/augmenter-la-libido-et-la-fertilite-chez-les-hommes-et-les-femmes-suisses-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/augmenter-la-libido-et-la-fertilite-chez-les-hommes-et-les-femmes-suisses-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/augmenter-la-libido-et-la-fertilite-chez-les-hommes-et-les-femmes-suisses-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><h2 class=\"woocommerce-loop-product__title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"maca_%E2%80%93_Peruvian_Ginseng_for_Fertility_and_Libido\"><\/span>+maca \u2013 Peruvian Ginseng for Fertility and Libido<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"star-rating\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Rated 4.57 out of 5\"><span style=\"width:91.4%\">Rated <strong class=\"rating\">4.57<\/strong> out of 5<\/span><\/div>\n\t<span class=\"price\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\" translate=\"no\">&#67;&#72;&#70;<\/span>&nbsp;33.90<\/bdi><\/span><span class=\"bos4w-or-subscribe\"> - or subscribe and save 10%<\/span><\/span>\n<input type=\"hidden\" class=\"xcp-hidden-id\" value=\"29087\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/produit\/plusmaca\/\" aria-describedby=\"woocommerce_loop_add_to_cart_link_describedby_29087\" data-quantity=\"1\" class=\"button product_type_simple add_to_cart_button\" data-product_id=\"29087\" data-product_sku=\"COMP005\" aria-label=\"Add to cart: &ldquo;+maca \u2013 Peruvian Ginseng for Fertility and Libido&rdquo;\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-success_message=\"&ldquo;+maca \u2013 Peruvian Ginseng for Fertility and Libido&rdquo; has been added to your cart\">Add to Cart<\/a>\t<span id=\"woocommerce_loop_add_to_cart_link_describedby_29087\" class=\"screen-reader-text\">\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n<span class=\"gtm4wp_productdata\" style=\"display:none; visibility:hidden;\" data-gtm4wp_product_data=\"{&quot;internal_id&quot;:29087,&quot;item_id&quot;:29087,&quot;item_name&quot;:&quot;+maca \\u2013 Peruvian Ginseng for Fertility and Libido&quot;,&quot;sku&quot;:&quot;COMP005&quot;,&quot;price&quot;:33.9,&quot;stocklevel&quot;:423,&quot;stockstatus&quot;:&quot;instock&quot;,&quot;google_business_vertical&quot;:&quot;retail&quot;,&quot;item_category&quot;:&quot;Supplements&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:29087,&quot;productlink&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/plusbaby.ch\\\/en\\\/product\\\/plusmaca\\\/&quot;,&quot;item_list_name&quot;:&quot;General Product List&quot;,&quot;index&quot;:1,&quot;product_type&quot;:&quot;simple&quot;,&quot;item_brand&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Psychological_Toll_Stress_Anxiety_and_Relationship_Pressure\"><\/span>The Psychological Toll: Stress, Anxiety and Relationship Pressure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Reproductive health research consistently highlights the psychological burden of infertility, often compared to that of chronic illness. Couples experience anxiety, grief cycles with every negative test, and communication breakdowns.<\/p>\n<p>Hormonal therapy side effects, including mood swings, irritability, and fatigue, add another layer of difficulty to already strained relationships.<\/p>\n<p>This is where fertility journey stress and libido challenges intersect most visibly: when both partners are anxious and exhausted, physical closeness naturally takes a back seat.<\/p>\n<p>Recognising this as a shared burden, not an individual failure, helps couples reconnect instead of drifting apart during treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Since men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s nutritional needs differ, compare the<a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/best-libido-supplement-men-vs-women\/\"> best libido supplements for men vs women<\/a> before choosing the right option for your fertility journey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_Science_Says_Medical_and_Nutritional_Contributors\"><\/span>What the Science Says: Medical and Nutritional Contributors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Clinical literature increasingly links nutrient deficiencies to sexual and physical fatigue during fertility treatment. Imbalances in inositol, thyroid hormones, and prolactin frequently coincide with both low libido during IVF protocols and chronic tiredness.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Nutrient \/ Factor<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Role in Libido and Energy<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Common Deficiency Signs<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iron<\/td>\n<td>Oxygen transport, energy production<\/td>\n<td>Fatigue, low stamina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vitamin D<\/td>\n<td>Hormonal balance, mood regulation<\/td>\n<td>Low libido, low mood<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Zinc<\/td>\n<td>Testosterone and estrogen support<\/td>\n<td>Reduced desire<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CoQ10<\/td>\n<td>Cellular energy, egg\/sperm quality<\/td>\n<td>Tiredness, sluggishness<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Myo Inositol<\/td>\n<td>Ovulation and hormonal regulation<\/td>\n<td>Irregular cycles, low energy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Dr. A. Fischer Stoca, FMH Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, notes that supporting the body nutritionally during fertility treatment in Switzerland can meaningfully ease both sexual and physical fatigue.<\/p>\n<p>Not all Maca supplements are created equal. Our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/best-peruvian-maca-capsules-switzerland\/\">best Peruvian Maca capsules in Switzerland<\/a> explains how to choose a high-quality supplement for libido and fertility support.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Actually_Helps_Evidence-Based_Strategies\"><\/span>What Actually Helps: Evidence-Based Strategies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The good news: there are proven ways to improve libido naturally during the fertility journey months, without adding stress to an already demanding process.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Strategy<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>How It Helps<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nutritional support (Maca, Myo Inositol)<\/td>\n<td>Restores hormonal balance and stamina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sleep hygiene<\/td>\n<td>Reduces fatigue, supports hormone regulation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gentle daily movement<\/td>\n<td>Improves circulation and mood<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stress reduction (mindfulness, therapy)<\/td>\n<td>Lowers cortisol, restores desire<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-baby-making intimacy<\/td>\n<td>Rebuilds emotional connection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Learning how to boost energy during fertility treatment starts with small, sustainable habits: consistent sleep, reducing caffeine and alcohol, and prioritising nutrient-dense meals.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding that IVF side effects, such as libido changes, are temporary and manageable helps couples set realistic expectations instead of assuming something is permanently wrong. Combining lifestyle changes with clinically studied natural ingredients, like Maca root, gives the body real tools to recover.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a practical routine? Follow our <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/one-month-fertility-boost-plan-myo-inositol-maca\/\">one-month fertility boost plan using Myo Inositol, Maca, and fertility vitamins<\/a> to support hormones, energy, and reproductive health naturally.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Plusbaby_maca_Supports_Energy_and_Libido_Naturally\"><\/span>How Plusbaby +maca Supports Energy and Libido Naturally<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plusbaby&#8217;s +maca is formulated with 100 percent Peruvian Maca root, selected for its researched effects on stamina, hormonal balance, and desire.<\/p>\n<p>As a trusted name in fertility support in Switzerland, our formulas are vegan, additive-free, and developed under Swiss GMP and ISO manufacturing standards.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\">+maca<\/a> is designed to complement <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusfertiwomen\/\">+fertiwomen Inositol<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusfertimen\/\">+fertimen<\/a>, giving couples a complete, doctor-formulated approach to fertility, energy, and intimacy together.<\/p>\n<p>Many couples looking to improve libido naturally during fertility journey months choose +maca specifically for this dual benefit, rather than relying on treatment alone to restore how they feel.<\/p>\n<p>If you are wondering where to buy trusted Maca supplements, read our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/where-to-buy-maca-supplements-in-lausanne-and-bern\">where Swiss couples buy quality Maca supplements in Lausanne and Bern<\/a> to learn what to look for before purchasing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scientific_References_and_Studies\"><\/span>Scientific References and Studies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Shin et al. (2023). Efficacy and Safety of Maca (Lepidium meyenii) in Patients with Symptoms of Late Onset Hypogonadism: A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial. World Journal of Men&#8217;s Health. Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10307657\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PMC10307657<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Psychological assessment in infertility: A systematic review and meta-analysis (2022). Frontiers in Psychology. Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9650266\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PMC9650266<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Wallace, W.H.B. and Kelsey, T.W. (2010). Human ovarian reserve from conception to the menopause. PLoS ONE. Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0008772\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PLoS ONE<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These findings reinforce that addressing hormonal therapy side effects holistically, nutritionally, physically, and emotionally offers real, evidence-based relief.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Struggling with a libido drop during fertility treatment or ongoing tiredness during fertility treatment does not mean something is wrong with you; it means your body is working incredibly hard.<\/p>\n<p>As Switzerland&#8217;s Swiss Vegan Fertility Leader, <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/\">Plusbaby<\/a> believes real support means addressing hormones, nutrition, energy and intimacy together, not in isolation. With the right combination of medical guidance, lifestyle changes and doctor-formulated nutrition, it is possible to feel more like yourself again, even mid-journey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Question: How does infertility affect libido?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Infertility affects libido through hormonal shifts, rising stress cortisol, and the pressure of timed intercourse. These combined fertility treatment side effects can turn intimacy into a task rather than a connection. Desire usually returns as hormones and stress levels stabilise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: At what age are 90 percent of your eggs gone?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Answer<\/strong>: A peer-reviewed study by Wallace and Kelsey (University of Edinburgh\/St Andrews) found that by age 30, women retain only around 12 percent of their original egg reserve, and just 3 percent by age 40. (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0008772\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PLoS ONE<\/a>) This natural decline is one reason experts encourage earlier conversations about fertility support in Switzerland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: Is it normal to lose libido after IVF?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, completely. IVF side effects, including libido changes, are extremely common and well documented in clinical literature. Hormonal fluctuation and treatment-related exhaustion are the main drivers. Most couples see desire gradually return post-cycle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: Can a woman with low libido get pregnant?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, low libido affects desire, not fertility itself, so conception is still possible. That said, persistent low libido during IVF or natural attempts is worth flagging to your doctor. It can signal a hormonal imbalance or nutrient deficiency worth addressing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gradient-cta\" style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #000;\">\n<p><strong>Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Give your body real support with Plusbaby&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\">+maca<\/a>, Swiss doctor-formulated, 100 percent vegan, and designed to naturally restore energy and desire during your fertility journey.<\/p>\n<p>Many Swiss couples choose the Couple Fertility Bundle (Core) together with +maca for coordinated support.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmaca\/\">Shop +maca now<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em>Plusbaby resources are intended to provide general information and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":52331,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","tags":[266,389],"categories":[310,433],"class_list":["post-52330","discussion_reelle","type-discussion_reelle","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-sex","tag-maca","categories-sex","categories-maca"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v28.2 (Yoast SEO v28.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Low Libido &amp; Energy During Fertility Treatment | Switzerland<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn why libido and energy often drop during fertility treatment in Switzerland. 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