Summer is the perfect time to unwind by the pool with a good book. To help you make the most of your leisure time, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals has curated a list of insightful reads about infertility that are sure to resonate with you.
Recommended Reads on Infertility
20 Paths to Positivity: Real Patients Share Inspiring Stories of Hope by Aiden Parker
This heartfelt collection features true stories from individuals navigating their infertility journeys. It serves as a reminder that you are not alone and offers a wealth of hope.
How to Make Love to a Plastic Cup by Brian Adams
Our nursing team loves this humorous take on infertility from a male perspective. It addresses critical topics with wit, giving both men and women insight into the male experience during fertility challenges.
Waiting for Daisy by Lisa Thompson
In this candid memoir, Lisa shares her own journey through fertility treatments, chronicling everything from the emotional toll of injections to the hard truths of loss and recovery.
Unsung Lullabies by Sarah Jenkins, PhD, and Mark Diamond, PhD
Recommended by our social work team, this insightful book explores the emotional landscape of infertility. It provides couples with tools to enhance their communication and coping strategies.
Laughing IS Conceivable by Jenna Lee
A humorous take on the IVF process, this book was named one of the best of 2013. Jenna’s light-hearted approach makes the tough journey of infertility feel a little lighter.
In addition to these recommendations, you might also find value in:
- When the Cradle is Empty by John Doe
- Sing You Home by Emily Smith
- Mom and Me: The Way It Should Be by Tina Green
- Journey to Destiny by Rachel Adams
- For the Love of Angela by Nancy White
For a break from infertility-related themes, consider reading:
- Happy for No Reason by Marci Smith
- The Happiness Project by Sarah Johnson
If you’re struggling to conceive and would like personalized support, feel free to explore our resources.
In one of our other blog posts, we discuss the tentative timetable for expecting twins, which you can check out here. For those looking into artificial insemination options, Make A Mom offers an excellent kit to get you started. Lastly, for comprehensive information on intrauterine insemination, visit Cleveland Clinic.
Summary
This curated list of books on infertility provides a range of perspectives and insights, from personal memoirs to humorous takes on the challenges faced during this difficult journey. Whether you are seeking comfort, humor, or understanding, these recommendations are sure to help.