IVF: The Wayward Stork: What To Expect, Who To Expect It From, and Surviving It All

by Lea L McCarthy, Sarah A Tursi MSW

Welcome to the world of infertility; 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 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, Emotional survivalIVF cycle expectationsTests, injections, and proceduresUnderstanding your IVF treatmentThe down-to-earth and witty advice in 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.

Genres: Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published July 15, 2005

Reviews

[Sherry Reed Howry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very helpful

[Tamara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another entry in my "educate myself on this complicated medical procedure" reading list. This was recommended on some site as a good guide for women going through IVF, and I'd have to say those people have zero patience or low threshold for reading things, because while it does spell it out, it is very brief. Very brief. Please don't tell me I'm going to have to write my own book on this.

[Randi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yikes!