Product Details

• Actors: PhD Alice Domar, PhD Andrea Braverman, former patients, Pamela Madsen, MD Robert Kiltz
• Format: Color, Full Screen, NTSC
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 2
• Studio: Healthvues
• DVD Release Date: October 18, 2004
• Run Time: 214 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0006JM27Y
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #294,696 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

From the Actor

From Andrew Johnson, Producer and Director:

I created "Infertility Explained" from our own 10-year experience as former infertility patients, along with the guidance of many experts in the field. The production presents a broad range of options, as well as the issues, that face virtually everyone who has encountered infertility. I didn't want to produce just a clinical explanation of the tests and procedures, but rather to include the viewer in the "conversation" - to speak directly to the concerns that are on every person's mind who is struggling to start or add to their family.

My desire is that others who are concerned about infertility can use this information to help them achieve the reward of becoming a parent - whether they are just beginning their journey or if they have reached a crossroads in their treatment and need to consider options.

Product Description

This two-disc DVD production provides an authoritative resource for over six-million clinically infertile couples of child-bearing age in the United States, helping them to make informed choices and achieve greater confidence in their decisions made in consultation with healthcare practitioners.

In a uniquely clear, convenient, and credible way, Infertility Explained shares the practical and professional insights of leading authorities in a compassionate exploration of infertility and related issues-in contrast to the welter of information available through the Internet and scores of books and pamphlets.

Infertility Explained contains over 3 hours of content and topics include:
Disc 1: Education
- Definition of Infertility
- How Pregnancy Occurs
- How to Begin the Journey
- How to Select a Reproductive Endocrinologist
- Costs and Insurance Issues
- Explanation of Fertility Treatments: Factors, Tests, Treatments and Physical Risks
- Explanation of Donor Options: Definitions and Emotional Issues
- Adoption after Infertility: Definitions, Recognizing and Resolving Loss

Disc 2: Coping
- Fertility-related Stressors
- Secondary Infertility
- Mind/Body Medicine and Coping Strategies
- Support Forums: Benefits of Therapy, Peer Support Groups and Online Forums
- Lifestyle Effects and Alternative Treatments
- Patient's Perspective: Successful Journeys and Advice

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Source of information, February 15, 2005

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J. Ormsby (Boston MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Infertility Explained: The Complete, Authoritative Guide to Everything you Need to Know on Your Journey to Parenthood (DVD)

I watched this DVD with my husband, we've been trying to have a baby for over 2 years now and are infertile. Our only hope is IVF.
This DVD really hit home and told us the facts and made us not feel so alone. The emotional and physical side to infertility is huge and is not recognized in our society. This DVD made me feel like we weren't the only ones and it was the end of the world.
I would highly recommend this DVD to couples with problems trying to concieve and also to family and friends of infertile couples. I hope it will help them understand some of what we are going though and to try to be more sensitive.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!, March 6, 2005

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S. A. Lyon - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Infertility Explained: The Complete, Authoritative Guide to Everything you Need to Know on Your Journey to Parenthood (DVD)

I can't tell you how long I've/we've searched for someone/something to help me not feel so alone and crazy on this rollercoaster ride called 'infertility'...I finally feel supported and 'normal' again!!! This DVD covered it all in a very professional and respectful manner. After viewing it, I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone who is on this path, you will feel so comforted and renewed in your journey. Not only is it educational, but it empathizes with you and gives you hope. I especially loved the 3 couples who took us on their journey, I admire their openness and honesty. I now feel empowered to continue working towards having the family that was meant for us, THANK YOU!!!!
Grateful in Syracuse,
Stacey