20-04-2014, 07:36 AM
(This post was last modified: 20-04-2014, 07:37 AM by rachel-rache.)
My desire to have genetic kids is a resounding yes. I also have the option of sperm banking. Although I was under the impression that the decrease in sperm counts is reversible, which is likely to happen for the short term (high probability up to 6 months), "likely" isn't good enough; your FAQ has brought to light that this isn't worth taking for my values. *sigh* a major setback, but I'll figure things out 
I might name a kid after you if the case arises

I might name a kid after you if the case arises

(20-04-2014, 07:10 AM)flamesabers Wrote: Statement #1 is about playing it safe. Statement #2 is about taking a gamble. I don't think there is a safe minimum, as I think there is insufficient data to document how quickly NBE herbs affect male fertility and how resilient male fertility may be after discontinuing the NBE herbs.
When you say you're concerned about your fertility, what does that mean exactly if you don't mind me asking? Is having your own children something you have your heart set on? Do you have a spouse or significant other who really wants to have kids, but you are otherwise indifferent on reproducing? Or is having kids something you are on the fence about, and would rather wait and see how life plays out for you?
Another way of saying this is, "are you willing to risk your fertility to grow breasts?" For a number of members this is a non-issue. Either members already have all the children they want, or like me they have no desire to reproduce. Those who try to do both simultaneously I think are in the minority on this forum. I can't ever recall any member lamenting about their infertility from NBE, but who knows? How do you think you would react if you found out tomorrow that you're permanently and irreversibly infertile, but are otherwise in good health? Do you think you would freak out and go into a depressed state where you mourn the loss of the family you wish you could have had? Or do you think you would accept it, move on and still believe you can live a fulfilling and happy life?
We're very close to age. If I actually wanted to raise a family, I wouldn't have pursued NBE or I would go with adoption.