Infertility can be a couple's biggest nightmare, and for many of them, technology is the only place to turn for a chance at successfully conceiving their own child. In What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant, world-renowned fertility expert Dr. Daniel A. Potter and Jennifer S. Hanin—a journalist who conceived twin girls through in vitro fertilization—walk readers step-by-step through the intricate process of having a baby using the latest technologies, sharing insider information on all possible procedures, how to choose the right doctor, what questions to ask, and how to live a healthy "fertile" lifestyle to increase the chances of success. For the first time, readers will have access to detailed information on the very latest scientific advances in the field, including prescreening for genetic diseases, gender-choosing, and pre-selecting desirable traits for children. Complete with smart advice on handling emotional issues caused by the frustrations of infertility, What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant is the only guide couples will ever need to navigate the complicated maze of technology and science leading to parenthood and to make informed choices about their treatment, family, and future.
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"...the ultimate read for prospective parents dealing with fertility issues. I highly recommend it!" -- David R. Marks, M.D., M.P.A, medical reporter for WCBS-TV, New York and CBS Newspath and internal medicine specialist
"What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant by Daniel Potter and Jennifer Hanin guides you through the medical maze." -- Newsweek
"This easy-to-read, empathic guide covers every option for infertile couples wishing to conceive-and much more." -- Library Journal
"What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant by Daniel Potter and Jennifer Hanin guides you through the medical maze." -- Newsweek
"This easy-to-read, empathic guide covers every option for infertile couples wishing to conceive-and much more." -- Library Journal
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72 of 74 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I wish this book had been available years ago when my husband and I were trying to have a baby. We felt so alone and devastated that we were unable to conceive. Fortunately this no longer has to happen.
In "What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant", the authors carefully outline the many reasons why it is so difficult for couples to be successful in getting pregnant. Readers feel like a knowledgeable friend is giving them tips and facts in a succinct, and easy to understand manner.
The section explaining that a man may be part of the equation in this quest for a baby is very important. Men learn that they may be contributing to the situation and that there are solutions to alleviate most existing conditions.
The authors lay out a blueprint for the IVF process in a clear and conversational manner. They remove the unknowns, reveal the pitfalls, and highlight the benefits. The personal accounts interspersed throughout the chapters help readers know that they are not alone.
Another nice feature of this book is the authors actually have a sense of humor. It's not a typical "dry" read you might find when reading most fertility books.
Overall, I highly recommend this book. "What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant" is a "must read" for any couple contemplating fertlity treatment.
Regi Topol
Menlo Park, California
In "What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant", the authors carefully outline the many reasons why it is so difficult for couples to be successful in getting pregnant. Readers feel like a knowledgeable friend is giving them tips and facts in a succinct, and easy to understand manner.
The section explaining that a man may be part of the equation in this quest for a baby is very important. Men learn that they may be contributing to the situation and that there are solutions to alleviate most existing conditions.
The authors lay out a blueprint for the IVF process in a clear and conversational manner. They remove the unknowns, reveal the pitfalls, and highlight the benefits. The personal accounts interspersed throughout the chapters help readers know that they are not alone.
Another nice feature of this book is the authors actually have a sense of humor. It's not a typical "dry" read you might find when reading most fertility books.
Overall, I highly recommend this book. "What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant" is a "must read" for any couple contemplating fertlity treatment.
Regi Topol
Menlo Park, California
58 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By Ted
Format:Paperback
My wife and I have one child with CF and even though we desperately want another we only recently decided to do it. We owe much of our newfound decision to the authors of What to Do When You Get Pregnant. The chapter on PDG (preimplantation genetic Diagnosis) answered all the questions we had about pre-genetic testing and gave us optimism to try again. We will rely on this book heavily as we begin the IVF process and will recommend it to everyone we know with fertility issues.
57 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By Dale R
Format:Paperback
This book is EXCELLENT and packed with all the information couples need to know when diving into fertility treatment. We had an especially hard time getting pregnant and after trying for several years considered egg donors and surrogates. We soon learned that this option left us with numerous questions that other books didn't sufficiently address.
The chapter on third party reproduction taught us everything we needed to know. Learning about other people's experiences including families who used a surrogate and hearing from a surrogate herself (and her husband) made us feel more at ease about the road ahead. The book not only answered all our questions but also emphasized areas that we hadn't thought about like finding the right professional team to make our path seamless.
We also were undecided about telling our future children how they came into the world but were pleased to find that this book has an entire chapter dedicated to the subject.
My wife and I recommend this book without reservation. It covered the IVF process the way we remembered it better than all the books we read. We have given What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant to a number of friends, and it's one of the few we would endorse.
The chapter on third party reproduction taught us everything we needed to know. Learning about other people's experiences including families who used a surrogate and hearing from a surrogate herself (and her husband) made us feel more at ease about the road ahead. The book not only answered all our questions but also emphasized areas that we hadn't thought about like finding the right professional team to make our path seamless.
We also were undecided about telling our future children how they came into the world but were pleased to find that this book has an entire chapter dedicated to the subject.
My wife and I recommend this book without reservation. It covered the IVF process the way we remembered it better than all the books we read. We have given What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant to a number of friends, and it's one of the few we would endorse.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent resource
I got Plan to Get Pregnant first. That was a great book to read to prepare my body for pregnancy. I then was given Taking Charge of YourFertility. Read more
Published 16 months ago by August
3.0 out of 5 stars
Handy if you are new to infertility
I got this book to get more information on what happens to treat prolonged fertility. Unfortunately I'd already learned most of the information contained in this book doing... Read more
Published on May 19, 2011 by Changeling
2.0 out of 5 stars
One of the worst books I've read
I found the tone of this book extremely condescending and alarmist, particularly in relation to IVF. Read more
Published on February 15, 2010 by Ska Fan
5.0 out of 5 stars
This book looks at all the options
This books is perfect for those who are analyzing all the different options for the treatment of infertility. Read more
Published on April 7, 2008 by SWOHoney
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great book to get useful info from!
Of all of the books I've bought this is the one both myself and my husband have read and continue to refer to as we go through treatment. I highly recomend it.
Published on August 21, 2007 by M. Catalano
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent resource!
I loved this book and wished it was the first one I'd found (rather than the last) as my husband and I went through the infertility process. Read more
Published on May 14, 2007 by CWine
4.0 out of 5 stars
What a help!
I bought this book based on the reviews on Amazon. Boy, has it helped! It is clear and not full of medical jargon that is hard to understand. Read more
Published on February 9, 2007 by nels_girl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing book, should be required reading for infertility!
A friend recommended this book as "required reading" if you are facing any kind of infertility, or seeking treatment. This book went far beond that, and I heartily agree. Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by L. Boswell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Ever
This book did wonders for us. We tried all the natural methods you can think of, went through 5 rounds of IVF, and absolutely nothing happened. Read more
Published on August 15, 2006 by Joy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book!
I absolutely loved it. It helped my husband and I go through what the authors describe as a "trying time." It was. Read more
Published on May 13, 2006 by Ava
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology (Surgery on File, Vol 2) by Diagram Group in Front Matter, and Back Matter
- Remaking Eden by Lee M. Silver on page 228
- Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex by John Gray on page 138
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