This series from FertileThoughts explores ways to help you cope emotionally with infertility and stategies to deal with the various stages. There are four parts to it. Here's the opening paragraph for each and a link to the full section:

Most couples assume that when the time is right, they will begin their family, and will get pregnant shortly after they stop using birth control.   However, as each cycle passes, anticipation is replaced by concern.  Couples are likely to feel shock and dismay when they realize they can't conceive as easily as they thought.   For couples who are used to being in control of their lives and getting what they want if they work hard enough, this can be a tough pill to swallow.

Realization and Acknowledgment

During this stage, couples are looking to find an answer for their inability to conceive.  Although the testing period can be evasive, stressful and expensive, the possibility of finding a diagnosis and solution gives a new sense of hope and direction.  Being in the hands of a good doctor can also be reassuring.

Evaluation & Diagnosis

By this point, most couples feel that their infertility is dominating their lives.  They can feel like they're riding an emotional roller coaster.  Spontaneity and freedom are a thing of the past. They are often mentally and physically exhausted and frustrated with the demands of infertility treatment.

Treatment

If a couple can get through the physical and emotional strain of infertility treatment, they can likely conquer anything in life together.  The ability to survive such a demanding and overwhelming experience leaves many couples with renewed self esteem and confidence.  Ultimately, reaching the resolution stage is acceptance, and this is an enormous accomplishment.

Resolution