The Ache for a Child (Paperback)

by Debra Bridwell (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
To anyone living with the daily ache of infertility, Debra Bridwell offers encouragement and biblical direction. Bridwell writes candidly of her struggle to have children, the cycle of hope and grief, and the sorrow of pregnancy loss. The Ache for a Child also offers insights for those who ache with the infertile couple.

About the Author
Debra Bridwell is a tehcnical writer who has also written articles for American Baby magazine and for the Stepping Stones and RESOLVE newsletters. She helped establish the WE CARE support group for Christian women dealing with infertility, miscarriage, and stillbirth. She is a former Board Member and currently serves on the Board of Reference for the Hannah's Prayer international ministry.

Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: Victor Books (April 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564762483
• ISBN-13: 978-1564762481
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #209,781 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST infertility book I've ever read!, October 25, 1999

By	Sheri Forsdick (Walnut Creek, CA) - See all my reviews

This is the best infertility book I've ever read. It dealt with subjects that other infertility books don't touch. I really appreciated the chapters devoted to the spiritual and emotional aspects of infertility as well as the different perspectives that men and women have on this issue. I had never thought about the moral and ethic issues that going through infertility treatment come with and the need to have a biblical based decision as to what you as a couple are going to do - go ahead or wait. This is an execellent book for family and friends who know someone who is going through infertiltiy, miscarriage or pregnancy loss. I high recommend this book. It's consise, informative and relavent to today's infertitliy issues. Thank you Ms. Bridwell!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars *Best* book on INFERTILITY and PREGNANCY LOSS on the market!, July 5, 1996

By A Customer

As director of a national infertility and pregnancy loss support organization, I have personally read well over 100 books on these topics. Of all of these books, a handfull stand out in my mind as being "excelent". _The Ache for a Child_ tops even that list of outstanding books as #1 in my mind! ~~~ Written from a Christian perspective, this book offers great hope and incredible insight into the emotional side of pregnancy loss and infertility. It takes a candid look into the the moral, ethical, medical, and even spiritual stuggles that infertilie couples face. Issues are addressed from the compassionate view-point of someone who has "been there" and "walked in the shoes" of her readers who are now facing their own monumental decisions and heartache. ~~~ This book has dramatically influenced my life and I know it has encouraged countless others! I do not hesitate to give it my highest recommendation! Debra Bridwell's realistic picture of the pain caused by the inability to bear a child can also be very helpful to the families, friends, pastors, and associates of those facing these challenges. Her insight comes from years of personal expierence with both primary and secondary infertiliy and the miscarriage of one child. ~~~ ~Jenni~ Director of ~Hannah's Prayer~

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great book for those dealing with infertility., January 14, 2000

By	Rebecca (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

What a wonderful book to read to get the Christian perspective on infertility. This book presents the moral dilemas and offers questions to determine your true feelings. I really enjoy the Bible passages that relate to each chapter. This is a must read for Christians experiencing infertility. It's a tough book to put down. Good luck on your journey.