Fertility is not just for those who have started. Survey reveals reality of awareness and anxiety among childless married women aged 30-45.

Kotohogi Inc. (Location: Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture; Representative: Tohgyu Shimada) conducted a survey on perceptions and anxieties regarding 'fertility support' (Ninkatsu) among 100 childless married women aged 30 to 45.

Have you ever felt concerned about your age or future when seeing reports of friends or acquaintances' pregnancies on social media? Fertility is often seen as a theme only for those who have clearly started their journey. However, in reality, various emotions and fluctuations can arise regardless of whether one is actively pursuing it, influenced by age, surroundings, and future prospects.

Therefore, we surveyed 100 childless married women aged 30–45. Over half answered they 'consult no one,' and about 60% replied they have felt stress. It became clear that fertility issues affect daily psychology even before the stage of 'starting.'

[Survey Overview] Realities of Stress Regarding Fertility - Targets: Married childless women aged 30–45 - Valid responses: 100 - Method: Internet survey using unii research - Period: April 2, 2026

Emotions fluctuate even without active efforts The survey revealed that emotions regarding fertility do not necessarily begin 'after starting.' Vague anxieties and stress emerge in various daily situations, such as being conscious of age, hearing topics about pregnancy from others, or thinking about the future.

'Consulting no one' was the most common response When asked who they consulted about fertility, 'No one' was the highest at 50.4%. This was followed by 'Partner' (42.6%), 'Doctors/Experts' (14.8%), 'Family' (11.3%), and 'Friends' (9.6%). The fact that more than half talk to no one suggests these anxieties tend to remain personal despite being common.

Over 60% feel it is 'difficult to consult' 64.4% felt it was 'very' or 'somewhat' difficult to talk about fertility. Only a minority felt it was not difficult, showing this barrier is a shared sensation among many.

Top reasons for difficulty: 'Hard to speak,' 'Pain of comparison,' and 'Temperature differences' The top reason was 'hard to speak' (43.5%), followed by 'not wanting to worry others' (25.2%), 'temperature difference with others' (25.2%), and 'lack of understanding' (16.5%).

About 60% have experienced stress 58.3% reported feeling some level of stress. Not only those with strong stress, but many people feel a cumulative burden in daily life that is hard to put into words.

Complex stress factors: 'Results,' 'Age,' and 'Money' The top stressors were 'Anxiety over lack of results' (43.5%), 'Impatience regarding age' (42.6%), and 'Financial burden' (40.0%). Fertility stress is complex, including relationships, social pressure, and information overload.

44.3% 'do nothing' even when stressed When feeling stressed, 44.3% replied they take no specific action to change their mood...