Pregnancy & Childbirth, Motherhood, Fertility 

If You’re Having Trouble Conceiving... …you are not alone. One out of ten American couples experiences problems with infertility. If you’re among this group, you’ve already felt the deep disappointment and emotional distress that accompany the diagnosis of infertility. But, indeed there is hope, especially in light of advances in assisted reproductive technologies. Authors C. Maud Doherty, M.D., and Melanie Morrissey Clark understand what you’re going through and the kinds of pressing questions you have about fertility treatment. Dr. Doherty is a reproductive endocrinologist who has treated thousands of couples. Melanie Morrissey Clark is a former patient—now the mother of triplets. The Fertility Handbook will help you navigate this confusing time and consider which treatment options are bests for you. Among the topics covered:       •  Understanding the causes of female and male infertility      •  Getting a diagnosis      •  Coping emotionally      •  Choosing a fertility specialist      •  Exploring standard treatment options      •  Utilizing the new assisted reproductive technologies (ART)      •  Taking advantage of advances in treating male factor infertility      •  Determining how long to continue treatment An Excellent Primer on Overcoming Infertility! - from Amzon