Download or read book Ivf and Infertility Our Journey A True Story Of One Couple s Struggle Against The Odds written by Verity Craig and published by Austin MacAuley. This book was released on 2018-09-28 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experiencing infertility is a challenge that can deeply overshadow a person's life. It affects one in six couples. And yet, it is still a taboo subject. When Verity and her husband, Paul, found themselves plunged into that uncertain world, and the pain of experiencing miscarriages along the way, they discovered it to be a world that no one discusses. They couldn't even find books written by anyone who had actually experienced it themselves. That's when Verity, calling upon her experience as a journalist and magazine editor, decided to keep a diary of events that unfolded upon their traumatic journey of trying for a baby in the hope that one day, as a book, it would help rid the taboo shroud that surrounds infertility as a subject and help people on their emotional journeys. If you are experiencing infertility and don't know which way to turn, then reading this book about one couple's journey first-hand may be just the support and inspiration that you need. ""I believe that this book has a rich and detailed description of emotional and physical constraints that came with this journey easily described in a natural way without any artificial make-up or masks."" --Mr Raef Faris, MSc FRCOG ""This book should also be read by all the team involved in care. It will give them an in-depth understanding of the often very rough seas that the couple have to endure. Verity, a big thank you from me for helping other patients!"" --Mr Michael Dooley, MMS FFSRH FRCOG

Download or read book The Truth Behind The Secret Infertility written by Fran Meadows and published by Fran Meadows. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the science of infertility telling a personal story of the author's journey of trying to conceive a child. It details experiences through fertility treatments: IVF, IUI, still birth and succeeding to motherhood. It is written from the heart - come join in my journey, cry, laugh and relate. It is an inspirational journey with hope to those going through this struggle now. Don't be embarrassed about infertility, keep your head high and face it bravely! Its time people speak about infertility-it's not a secret anymore! You can visit my website for more information at http: //www.secretinfertility.com

Download or read book In Vitro My Journey Through the World of Ivf written by Anastasia Sputnik and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a personal testimony from a patient who underwent 15 In Vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments over a 7 year period. It is a story about male infertility combined with the females fertility declined with the age, which lead the partners to proceed with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) as the only option. In todays western world one in every six couples face fertility problems and this story could become a reality for millions of couples in the world. This book is raising awareness about female fertility and reproductivity potential for women after their mid-thirties. It also reveals some of the hidden truths and misconceptions about IVF and demystifies information provided by the press and media. A similar book with details of the latest IVF trends, facts and experiences from the patients perspective has never been published. The first part of the book is a chronicle of the authors experiences as an IVF patient, where she shares medical information, facts, experience and lessons learned during IVF treatments. In the second part of the book the author is offering valuable advice, recommendations, and tools, including tips on how to save money for IVF. This is also a patients story about the emotional impact of IVF. The book is unique in presenting a serious family and marriage crisis throughout battles with infertility and how the journey through the IVF drastically affected the couples relationship. It is also a story of a personal life crisis that the female patient was going through. The author describes her own turmoil when she decided to end IVF (IVF closure) after many years of living in the IVF bubble, when she faced not only the cruel fact that she will never be able to have more children, but also experienced a career failure, financial difficulties and her husband being ready to leave her due to the inability to have a big family together. This book is also a relevant resource for medical practitioners to better understand patients physical and emotional needs and improve the service in IVF clinics. Quote from the book: My greatest hope is that reading this book leads to positive outcomes for as many women and couples as possible!

Download or read book This is Infertility written by Kirsten McLennan and published by C&r Press. This book was released on 2022-10-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An honest, compelling, and inspiring memoir, This is Infertility is the six-year journey of Kirsten and her husband Ryan as they navigate against tremendous odds to be parents. It combines the couple's personal experiences with factual insights into fertility treatment and surrogacy and what people can expect. Ultimately, it's a story of optimism, hope and perseverance. Kirsten's frank and honest work highlights the struggles involved with In vitro fertilization (IVF). ADVANCE PRAISE "This is Infertility is a must read for anyone experiencing infertility, a world-wide issue affecting millions of people. An honest, compelling, and inspiring memoir, it follows the six-year journey of Kirsten and her husband Ryan as they navigate against tremendous odds to be parents. Moreover, this memoir offers sound advice on how to travel the infertility journey and avoid the pitfalls. This is Infertility combines Kirsten and Ryan's personal experiences with factual insights and research into fertility treatment and surrogacy and what people can expect. Ultimately, it's a story of optimism, hope and perseverance. Kirsten doesn't sugar coat the struggles involved but she hopes what she learned can inspire and help others. Despite endless adversity and heartbreak spanning three countries (Australia, the United States and Canada), Kirsten and Ryan welcomed their long-awaited son Spencer in 2019. "Kirsten's journey is a remarkable book... It educates and entertains. It describes the natural reproductive process, the reasons why it failed, and the steps needed to overcome it. It entertains the reader with personal experiences that show the fear, sadness, frustration people go through on their journey to parenthood. I could not put it down until I had read every page." -Russell A. Foulk, MD

Download or read book A Comprehensive Guide to Fertility Treatments written by Ethan D. Anderson and published by Xspurts.com. This book was released on 2023-07-05 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Facing fertility challenges doesn't mean the end of your dreams, it simply means the start of a new journey." Step into the world of fertility treatments with 'IVF Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Fertility Treatments.' This extensive guide walks you through every stage of the IVF process, from understanding the basic concept of IVF to the potential emotional journey of undergoing such a procedure. The book begins by offering a historical perspective on IVF, explaining how it works, and illustrating the step-by-step guide to an IVF journey. In preparation for IVF, the book provides valuable insights into lifestyle and health considerations, including optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, and the crucial role of mental health and emotional support. The guide sheds light on fertility testing, evaluation, and common causes of infertility. It explains the process of ovulation induction and monitoring, alongside detailing the procedures of egg retrieval, sperm collection, fertilization, and embryo development. Experience an in-depth discussion on embryo transfer, implantation, and early pregnancy. Learn about cryopreservation and frozen embryo transfers, and explore the intricacies of genetic testing, including preimplantation genetic screening and diagnosis. Understanding IVF success rates and factors that affect outcomes is crucial. The book provides a comprehensive overview, considering aspects like age, fertility, and lifestyle factors. Issues such as multiple pregnancies, selective reduction, and their ethical considerations are also addressed. Financial aspects of IVF, including treatment costs, insurance coverage, and assistance programs, are detailed to help you navigate your journey with less stress. The guide also covers alternative and complementary therapies and third-party reproduction options, such as donor eggs, sperm, and surrogacy. IVF is a journey that caters to diverse families. The book includes chapters dedicated to same-sex couples, single parents, and people dealing with conditions like PCOS and endometriosis. You'll find supportive advice on managing stress, maintaining a positive mindset, and nurturing relationships during IVF. Featuring personal stories and experiences from individuals who've walked the IVF path, this book lends a real-life perspective on the journey, offering lessons learned and tips for success. Whether you're contemplating IVF, in the midst of the process, or embarking on a fertility journey, 'IVF Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Fertility Treatments' is a vital resource. With its compassionate, expert guidance and wealth of practical information, it will empower you to navigate the path of fertility treatments with confidence.Table of Contents Understanding IVF: An Introduction THE HISTORY OF IVF HOW IVF WORKS: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE Preparing for IVF: Lifestyle and Health Considerations NUTRITION AND DIET FOR OPTIMAL FERTILITY THE ROLE OF EXERCISE AND STRESS MANAGEMENT MENTAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DURING IVF Fertility Testing and Evaluation COMMON CAUSES OF INFERTILITY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS AND PROCEDURES INTERPRETING TEST RESULTS The IVF Process: Ovulation Induction and Monitoring MEDICATIONS AND HORMONAL TREATMENTS OVARIAN STIMULATION AND MONITORING MANAGING SIDE EFFECTS AND COMPLICATIONS Egg Retrieval and Sperm Collection PREPARING FOR EGG RETRIEVAL THE EGG RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE SPERM COLLECTION AND PREPARATION Fertilization and Embryo Development IN VITRO FERTILIZATION TECHNIQUES INTRACYTOPLASMIC SPERM INJECTION (ICSI) EMBRYO CULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT Embryo Transfer and Implantation SELECTING THE BEST EMBRYOS THE EMBRYO TRANSFER PROCEDURE IMPLANTATION AND EARLY PREGNANCY Cryopreservation and Frozen Embryo Transfers THE PROCESS OF CRYOPRESERVATION THAWING AND PREPARING FROZEN EMBRYOS THE FROZEN EMBRYO TRANSFER PROCEDURE Genetic Testing and Preimplantation Genetic Screening UNDERSTANDING GENETIC TESTING OPTIONS PREIMPLANTATION GENETIC SCREENING (PGS) PREIMPLANTATION GENETIC DIAGNOSIS (PGD) IVF Success Rates and Factors Affecting Outcomes UNDERSTANDING SUCCESS RATES AGE AND FERTILITY THE ROLE OF LIFESTYLE FACTORS Multiple Pregnancies and Selective Reduction THE RISKS OF MULTIPLE PREGNANCIES PREVENTING HIGH-ORDER MULTIPLES ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS AND SELECTIVE REDUCTION Financing IVF and Insurance Coverage THE COST OF IVF TREATMENTS NAVIGATING INSURANCE COVERAGE GRANTS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Alternative and Complementary Therapies ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS AND NUTRACEUTICALS MIND-BODY TECHNIQUES Third-Party Reproduction: Donor Eggs, Sperm, and Surrogacy USING DONOR EGGS OR SPERM GESTATIONAL SURROGACY LEGAL AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IVF for Same-Sex Couples and Single Parents FERTILITY TREATMENT OPTIONS CHOOSING DONORS AND SURROGATES NAVIGATING THE EMOTIONAL AND LEGAL CHALLENGES Coping with IVF Failure and Considering Other Options DEALING WITH GRIEF AND LOSS EVALUATING NEXT STEPS AND ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS WHEN TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OR CHILD-FREE LIVING Pregnancy after IVF: What to Expect PRENATAL CARE AND MONITORING MANAGING PREGNANCY RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS PREPARING FOR BIRTH AND PARENTHOOD Personal Stories and Experiences REAL-LIFE IVF JOURNEYS LESSONS LEARNED AND TIPS FOR SUCCESS FINDING SUPPORT AND BUILDING COMMUNITY The Emotional Journey of IVF MANAGING STRESS AND ANXIETY MAINTAINING A POSITIVE MINDSET COUPLES AND RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS DURING IVF Advocating for Yourself and Your Fertility CHOOSING THE RIGHT FERTILITY CLINIC ASKING IMPORTANT QUESTIONS KNOWING YOUR RIGHTS AS A PATIENT Nutrition and Supplements for IVF ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS FOR FERTILITY DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IVF SUCCESS THE ROLE OF SUPPLEMENTS IN FERTILITY Male Fertility and IVF COMMON CAUSES OF MALE INFERTILITY IMPROVING MALE FERTILITY THE ROLE OF MEN IN THE IVF PROCESS IVF for Women with PCOS and Endometriosis UNDERSTANDING PCOS AND ENDOMETRIOSIS TREATMENT OPTIONS AND IVF SUCCESS RATES STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING SYMPTOMS IVF and the LGBTQ+ Community UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND CONSIDERATIONS FINDING INCLUSIVE AND SUPPORTIVE CARE PROVIDERS BUILDING A SUPPORT NETWORK The Ethics and Controversies of IVF ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN ASSISTED REPRODUCTION THE DEBATE OVER EMBRYO RIGHTS THE FUTURE OF IVF AND REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGIES The Role of Mindfulness and Meditation in IVF THE BENEFITS OF MINDFULNESS PRACTICES TECHNIQUES FOR REDUCING STRESS AND ANXIETY INTEGRATING MEDITATION INTO YOUR IVF JOURNEY Post-IVF: Fertility Preservation and Family Planning THE IMPORTANCE OF FERTILITY PRESERVATION OPTIONS FOR PRESERVING FERTILITY AFTER IVF PLANNING YOUR FAMILY'S FUTURE Resources and Support for Your IVF Journey ONLINE COMMUNITIES AND SUPPORT GROUPS PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND ADVOCACY GROUPS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND FURTHER READING Have Questions / Comments? 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Download or read book 1000 Needles written by Karissa Stelma and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Infertility affects about 15 percent of couples globally, yet somehow infertility and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) are taboo subjects, often hidden and un-talked about. 1000 Needles: How to Increase Your Odds and Take Control of Your IVF Journey removes the stigma with a touch of sass and an unapologetically honest voice, exploring one couple’s IVF challenges and discoveries in order to normalize the infertility conversation. This guidebook: addresses the medical and personal sides of the fertility coin, suggests research-backed lifestyle changes to boost your odds of success, sifts through drug and treatment options, dispels myths, breaks taboos, and more! Most importantly, 1000 Needles offers that elusive kernel of hope, whether you are just beginning IVF or nearing its desperate end. The combination of meticulous research and personal experience that resulted in a successful pregnancy and birth for the author provides a solid cheat sheet of what to expect as you traverse your own IVF journey.

Download or read book Detours written by Sue a Johnston and published by Fair Winds Press LLC. This book was released on 2017-03-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you -- or is someone you love -- feeling derailed by the unfair twists and turns of infertility? Do the words -just relax- drive you crazy? Are you afraid you may never be able to have a baby? We get it. You're not alone. In Detours you'll meet a group of friends who have experienced practically every infertility setback and reproductive technology available. The authors share their incredible journeys and lessons learned -- in real stories. A -support group in a book, - these pages are packed with the help you need to navigate the infertility maze, cope with the stress of treatment, balance infertility and career, get (or give) the right kind of support, view challenges through a different lens, and find your resolution as you regain happiness. This unprecedented collection of inspirational journeys offers hope against all odds. The eleven authors, of both sexes, diverse backgrounds and different religions, met through the RESOLVE National Infertility Association of Greater San Diego. Their shared struggle bonded them together, and they become lifelines for each other as they faced roadblocks and setbacks on their infertility journeys. Hear the fears and jubilation as they begin and end a journey none imagined, littered with disappointments but resolving with joy. Celebrate with them as they rejoice solutions and share what they wish they had known when they were going through infertility treatment.

Download or read book The Fertility Doctor s Guide to Overcoming Infertility written by Mark P. Trolice and published by Harvard Common Press. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Give yourself the best-possible odds for getting pregnant and having a baby with this concise, expert, and encouraging companion as your guide! In the only general guide to infertility written by a medical doctor who specializes in the subject, Mark Trolice, MD—who is board-certified in both OB/GYN and REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility)—shares the practical knowledge he has gained from working in infertility medicine for years, with many hundreds of patients, alongwith the warmth and wisdom he has acquired from getting to know prospective parents from all kind of backgrounds. The journey from infertility to fertility, from childlessness to a brand-new baby, can be long and arduous. It involves complicated medical diagnoses, a wide range of treatment options, a host of potential lifestyle changes, lots of emotional ups and downs, and—even with the best medical insurance—challenging financial decisions. Your doctors cannot decide everything for you, and that is why an authoritative and comprehensive book, written in clear and understandable language for the layperson, is essential. This is that book. The book opens with an exploration of all the possible causes of infertility, covering both couples who have never been pregnant and ones who have had recurrent losses of pregnancies. Unique among infertility guides, this volume gives roughly equal weight to male and female causes, which is important because about 40% of infertility cases are due to men's issues—and some couples need to address issues in both the prospective mother and prospective father. It covers endometriosis, fibroids, POS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), tubal factor, male factor, and other possible causes. Next it looks at your treatment options. Importantly, these are not just medical interventions, but they also include lifestyle changes you alone can make, involving sleep, diet, exercise, and other forms of self-care. Among medical options, IUI (Intrauterine Insemination), IVF (In Vitro Fertilization), and various surgical procedures are covered in detail. Some couples are lucky to have a short journey to fertility. For others, the process takes years. With a gentle and sure hand, and non-judgmentally, Dr. Trolice guides you through the many decisions you need to make along the way, such as whether or not to continue treatments, whether to change practitioners or treatments, and whether it is a good idea to continue to spend money on procedures not covered by your insurance. He understands that these are emotionally weighty decisions that involve the future of your family, and he provides ample grounds for optimism and hope, empowering you as you take this journey.

Download or read book Inconceivable written by Carolyn Savage and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2011-02-14 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A medical mistake during an IVF procedure. An unthinkable situation . . . you’re pregnant with the wrong baby. You can terminate, but you can’t keep him. What choice would you make? Carolyn and Sean Savage had been trying to expand their family for years. When they underwent an IVF transfer in February 2009, they knew it would be their last chance. If they became pregnant, they would celebrate the baby as an answer to their prayers. If not, they would be grateful for the family they had and leave their fertility struggles behind forever. They never imagined a third option. The pregnancy test was positive, but the clinic had transferred the wrong embryos. Carolyn was pregnant with someone else’s baby. The Savages faced a series of heartbreaking decisions: terminate the pregnancy, sue for custody, or hand over the infant to his genetic parents upon delivery. Knowing that Carolyn was carrying another couple’s hope for a baby, the Savages wanted to do what they prayed the other family would do for them if the situation was reversed. Sean and Carolyn Savage decided to give the ultimate gift, the gift of life, to a family they didn’t know, no strings attached. Inconceivable provides an inside look at how modern medicine, which creates miracles daily, could allow such a tragic mistake, and the many legal ramifications that ensued with both the genetic family and the clinic. Chronicling their tumultuous pregnancy and its aftermath, which tested the Savage’s faith, their relationship to their church, and their marriage, Inconceivable is ultimately a testament to love. Carolyn and Sean loved this baby, making it impossible for them to imagine how they could give him life and then give him away. In the end, Inconceivable is a story of what it is to be a parent, someone who nurtures a life, protects a soul, only to release that child into the world long before you’re ready to let him go.

Download or read book Fighting Infertility written by Samantha Busch and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As Samantha's and Kyle Busch's public lives grew more pronounced, their private life was being torn apart. The frustrations and uncertainty of their fertility problems took a toll on them as individuals and as a couple, creating a cyclone of emotions that threatened everything they had worked so hard for. Through these trials, they learned how to build a stronger relationship, foster a deeper faith, and find humor through the tears. They also discovered a passion for helping other couples gain access to fertility treatments. In this memoir, Samantha uses her voice to break the silence and stigma that surround the infertility community. By sharing practical advice as well as candid and inspiring stories of her journey, she provides support, validation, community, and education for others experiencing similar tribulations"--

Download or read book Trying to Conceive written by Michaela Ryan and published by Random House. This book was released on 2009-02-05 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being as desperate as I was for a baby, I thought I was completely open and ready for motherhood. But I look back and realise that I was putting up a lot of resistance on an emotional level. So it turns out I was my own worst enemy. I knew instinctively that my attitude had to change before this baby could freely come into my life... This was Michaela Ryan's experience of trying to fall pregnant and her story will resonate with many couples trying to conceive. While stress is a well-known factor affecting fertility, other more subtle issues can play a major role - such as unresolved fears about becoming a parent, childhood traumas, repressed emotions, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties. Mark and his wife Charlotte had to learn to work together as a team and make their relationship a priority before they fell pregnant. Deb and Keith endured 23 IVF cycles and had to deal with numerous miscarriages before Deb radically changed her lifestyle and fell pregnant. With fifteen real-life stories, this compelling, uplifting and often humorous book examines an area of infertility largely ignored and offers practical solutions for couples dealing with fertility issues.

Download or read book Abundantly Empty Surviving the Fertility Journey with Grace My True Story of Hope written by Cathy Raubenheimer and published by Lavender Moon Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-12 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Becoming a mother has been my deepest desire. But it's not happening. Now what?" Through her very open and honest first-hand account of her seven-year struggle to conceive, titled Abundantly Empty, Cathy hopes to help remove the stigma, improve understanding and provide inspiration to others on how to cope and keep moving forward. Abundantly Empty delves deep into the world of infertility and offers an insightful 360-degree perspective, with informative contributions from leading fertility specialists, including Professor Thabo Matsaseng, and her clinical psychologist, as well as input from her husband Julian, family and friends. The egg donors and surrogates share their experiences too. In clear, direct 'journal' language, the book traces the highs and lows, the elation and intense grief of the infertility rollercoaster. It also explores its impact on Cathy's marriage, her friendships and her career. The primary reason for writing this book, Cathy says, was to send a 'You are not alone' message to other couples battling to start a family, to break the silence and increase understanding of what it takes to survive infertility and retain hope, courage and meaning. Abundantly Empty is an emotionally gripping, heart-warming and useful must-read not just for those on the fertility journey, but also for those on the sidelines who want to provide support, but don't know how. ... "Cathy's detailed account of infertility's complex journey will be both fascinating and insightful to many people struggling with infertility." Dr Paul le Roux, CEO, Cape Fertility Clinic "Cathy's story is frank, honest, insightful." Women & Home

Download or read book The Chances For IVF Pregnancy Success written by Daphine Garuti and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-27 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Infertility is a complicated issue that impacts up to 15% of couples who are trying to conceive. Depending on your unique situation, various infertility factors may be treated through in-vitro fertilization (IVF). This book contains helpful hints and tips about how to get pregnant especially through the IVF. It is quite easy to read because of the narrative style of presentation adopted (For better understanding). You will gain the following insights: -How to overcome Infertility -What you have never been told about conception -How to get pregnant quickly -Different options available for getting pregnant -Choosing IVF and if IVF is suitable for you -All about IVF and the various types available -Affording IVF and ART -A question and answer segment has been introduced in this new edition -Also included are useful and authoritative links (some of which were used during the research of this book)

Download or read book Family Bound written by Carrie Ostrea and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Statistics show that over two million couples will experience some type of infertility issue when they try to become pregnant. However, when you are one of those two million, you feel completely alone and believe that no one can truly understand what you are going through. This honest and revealing book documents one couple's long and arduous journey to become parents from the eyes of the author. The longer this process took, the more emotional and difficult things became, and the more the author relied on this journal to sort out all the emotions she was having. She never expected that this journal would last for years, hundreds of hormone shots and pills, blood draws, surgical procedures, terrorist attacks, international flights and the most emotional and financial roller coaster that she had ever been on. But she and her husband were desperate to become parents, to have their own child to love, to hug, to experience life with. By sharing their experience, this book offers insight into the emotional, physical and sociological effects infertility has on a couple's relationship, their families, friends and themselves as individuals. It also provides in-depth detail of popular infertility treatments, domestic and international adoption processes.

Download or read book Infertility Beating the Odds and Doctors written by David Jeff Johnson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is the last thing that any couple wants to hear when they are hoping to start a family: Infertility. From countless doctors' recommendations and tests, to the emotional roller-coaster of hoping for good news, while friends and family have no trouble conceiving, comes the story of the Johnson family and how they found a natural, successful path to parenthood.David Jeff Johnson's book, Infertility: Beating the Odds and Doctors, follows the real life experiences and struggles of David and his wife Traci as they embark on the difficult journey of trying to start a family when modern doctors and medicine tell them that pregnancy and parenthood isn't an option for them. A story full of courage, determination, and hope, David documents their path as they move through the stages of their relationship from preventing pregnancy to saying "yes" to beginning a family, to the disappointment and frustration of being unable to get pregnant to, finally, discovering that there is better and more natural way for them. After much research, the Johnsons created their own plan that included pursuing a healthier lifestyle, dedicated self-care, and alternative medicine like acupuncture.Resulting in exceptional success - three beautiful girls - Infertility is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, determination, and love.

Download or read book Overcoming Infertility written by Herbert A. Goldfarb and published by Wiley. This book was released on 1995-01-25 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Helps couples learn about and sort through the numerous treatment options available—An invaluable resource for couples undergoing treatment."—from the Foreword by Vicki Baldwin Founding Director, IVF America Member of the Board of Directors, National RESOLVE "Rightfully celebrates the fruits of the struggle to conceive. I hope that it will encourage couples to continue their quest."—from the Preface by Charles Debrovner, M.D. Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, New York University School of Medicine Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynecology Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons In these poignant and inspiring true stories, twelve couples share their personal struggles with infertility and the joy of overcoming it. Noted obstetrician/gynecologist Dr. Herbert Goldfarb reveals how new fertility drugs and the latest advances in laser surgery, GIFT (gamete intrafallopian transfer), and IVF (in vitro fertilization) helped them. He explains the most frequent symptoms, risk factors, and underlying causes of infertility, details the pharmacological and surgical treatments available, and discusses the prospects for a successful pregnancy. For every couple who has faced the seemingly endless cycle of testing, wondering, and waiting, here is new reassurance and hope that they can achieve their dream of having their own baby.

Download or read book The Injustice of Infertility written by Jennifer Robertson and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-17 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the REAL story of infertility. The truth. Those thoughts and feelings you push down for fear of being judged by everyone else, including yourself - I'm going to speak them out loud. Let me share with you EVERYTHING, including the lessons I learned along the way. A seven-year marathon of epic proportions, our fertility journey was one "ARE YOU F*CKING KIDDING ME?!" moment after another. There were times I screamed at the universe - WHY ME?!! What did I do to deserve this? This story will have you sitting on the edge of your seat. You will cry, you will laugh. You will nod your head in vehement agreement. Your heart will break, and your faith in humanity will be restored. You will be inspired and gain back a little hope. You are not crazy, you are not a bad person, nor are you alone. So strap yourself in, let's ride this rollercoaster together.