All I ever wanted was to be called mom : a woman's epic quest for salvation on the road to motherhood by Petrou, Steve, author, Petrou, Vaso, author instant download

All I ever wanted was to be called mom : a woman's epic quest for salvation on the road to motherhood by Petrou, Steve, author, Petrou, Vaso, author instant download

xvii, 154 pages ; 22 cm, After years of fruitlessly trying to get pregnant, that dream became a nightmare for this couple. With ovulation charts, temperature plotting, being told when to perform, he felt like a puppet, and she seemed trapped in a downward spiral. The wife became submerged in depression, questioning her self-worth as a woman, while the husband felt helpless in aiding in her hour of need. Eventually they made the tough decision to attempt IVF. It gave them hope but also heartache ... Where they had once been hopeful, they were now terror-stricken. Where they dreamed of creating life, they encountered death. They began battling for the survival of their very family. This is a story of pain, misery and despair, but also a hope and faith, told by both the wife and husband through the experiences they encountered during this dramatic time, How we got together -- Trying to fall pregnant -- First IVF treatment -- Note to husband/partners -- Note to wives/partners -- General points -- Second IVF treatment -- Third IVF treatment -- Giving birth -- Trials & tributions -- Promotion -- Going home -- Points about IVF