The Shocking Truth About Fear of Childbirth—and How At-Home Insemination Can Help
Posted on 28 July 2025 by Priya Menon — 1 min
Have you ever felt an overwhelming fear about pregnancy and childbirth—so intense it keeps you awake at night? You're not alone. That fear even has a name: tokophobia. Recently, I read an insightful article titled The Dread of Childbirth, and it moved me deeply. The writer, Emily McLaughlin, revealed how her fears weren’t just personal—they were inherited, passed down from her mother and grandmother. That’s powerful, right? It made me think about how many people, especially women, carry this silent anxiety about something that’s supposed to be one of life’s greatest joys.