As couples celebrate love and commitment during Karwa Chauth, an expert highlights how emotional support, shared responsibility, and understanding can help partners navigate fertility challenges together.
Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times. She joined Hindustan Times to simplify wellness subjects by cutting through jargon. She has over 9 years of experience writing about fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, translating medical research and expert insights into practical advice readers can trust. Career journey and experience Tavishi began her health journalism journey in 2017, and has since reported for RSTV, Financial Express, Jagran, HT Media Labs and Zee.
Education and professional background Tavishi holds a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and began her career reporting on public affairs for broadcast. Editorial Philosophy I write with one single goal: To simplify health in a world full of noise by finding what’s actually doable, safe, and evidence-based for my readers. I test claims against research and user experiences. Karwa Chauth is traditionally associated with love, commitment, and prayers for a partner’s long life. For many couples, the festival offers a chance to celebrate their bond and the promises they have made to each other. However, for couples trying to conceive, standing by one another can mean more than festive rituals. The journey towards parenthood may involve fertility investigations, medical consultations, lifestyle changes, and, in some cases, in vitro fertilization (IVF). During this time, a partner’s understanding and emotional support can make a meaningful difference.
When all else fails, I speak to the expert who sees 50 patients a day, not the one with the most followers. Those early years in policy and TV shaped how she writes today: fast, factual, and human-first.
Subject expertise With 9+ years tracking India’s health conversations, Tavishi knows the gap between clinical advice and daily life. She knows fads from fundamentals and curates science-backed, expert-recommended solutions. In fitness, she breaks down bodyweight training, recovery, and posture fixes for desk-bound readers. In nutrition, she translates guidelines into affordable, desi meal tweaks. In mental well-being, she focuses on stigma-free, actionable tools — all backed by research, expert input, and lived context. Fertility challenges can affect both partners emotionally, particularly when conception takes longer than expected. Women may experience anxiety related to ovarian stimulation, injections, egg retrieval, and embryo transfer. The uncertainty surrounding each stage can be overwhelming. Approaching fertility treatment as a shared journey rather than an individual responsibility can help couples feel less isolated. Karwa Chauth fasting is a personal and cultural choice. Still, couples undergoing fertility treatment should discuss any prolonged fasting with their treating doctor, particularly during ovarian stimulation or around medical procedures. Adequate hydration, nutrition, and following medical advice matter, and individual recommendations may vary by treatment stage and health conditions. Ultimately, a relationship’s strength isn’t measured by how quickly a couple becomes parents. It shows in how partners respect each other’s feelings, share responsibilities, and face uncertainty together. This Karwa Chauth, couples navigating IVF can celebrate commitment by offering each other patience, compassion, and reassurance. The journey towards parenthood may not always follow the expected timeline, but facing it together can help couples feel supported through every step. (Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.)
“At the same time, men may face concerns about sperm health, test results, and treatment outcomes,” Dr Neha Tripathi, Fertility Specialist, Nova IVF Fertility, Indirapuram, tells Health Shots . From decoding health trends and interviewing doctors to testing fitness routines herself, Tavishi always approaches content with one filter: “Will this help someone make a better decision today?
