IVF: The Wayward Stork: What to expect, who to expect it from, and surviving it all - Softcover

Tursi, Sarah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0595357849 ISBN 13: 9780595357840

Publisher: iUniverse, 2005

Synopsis

Welcome to the world of infertility; population: you. Or at least that's how we felt.From two strong women who have endured numerous miscarriages, faced their fear of invasive tests and injections, and coped with the great possibility of cycle failure comes a must-have resource for anyone dealing with infertility. Authors Sarah Tursi, MSW, and Lea McCarthy understand how difficult it is for you to see IVF: The Wayward Stork and know that you need it. They get it, girlfriend-and they're here to help you though it!Discover how to alleviate the mystery and fear that is often associated with in vitro fertilization (IVF). Learn the tricks necessary to cope with treatment, overcome apprehension associated with needles and tests, and engage your support network to provide a compassionate environment. By incorporating medically accurate information presented in laymen's terms, Tursi and McCarthy share their expertise regarding the plethora of IVF topics, including: Emotional survivalIVF cycle expectationsTests, injections, and proceduresUnderstanding your IVF treatmentThe down-to-earth and witty advice in IVF: The Wayward Stork also stresses the importance of the doctor-patient relationship. Become empowered to be an active participant in your care; after all, no one will be as invested in your care and a successful outcome as you.

About this title

Synopsis

We understand how difficult it is to see this book and need it. Every needle phobic, financially draining, hormone raged aspect of it. We get it and we're here to help you though it. From two strong women who have endured numerous miscarriages, faced their fear of invasive tests and injections, and coped with the great possibility of cycle failure comes a must-have resource for anyone dealing with infertility. Authors Sarah Tursi, M.S.W. and Lea McCarthy will help you navigate this emotional journey with your sanity still intact. Discover how to alleviate the mystery and fear that is often associated with in vitro fertilization (IVF). Learn the tricks necessary to cope with treatment, overcome apprehension associated with needles and tests, and engage your support network to provide a compassionate environment. By incorporating medically accurate information presented in laymen's terms, Tursi and McCarthy share their expertise regarding the plethora of IVF topics, including: emotional survival; IVF cycle expectations; tests, injections, and procedures; understanding your IVF treatment.

The down-to-earth and witty advice in "IVF: The Wayward Stork" also stresses the importance of the doctor-patient relationship. Become empowered to be an active participant in your care; after all, no one will be as invested in your care and a successful outcome as you.

About the Author

As previous infertility and IVF patients, the authors understand the important role of support and guidance on the IVF journey. Sarah Tursi, MSW, lives in the Midwest with her family. Lea McCarthy resides with her family in Nevada.

Edition details

• Publisher: iUniverse
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0595357849
• ISBN 13: 9780595357840
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96