The journey of infertility is challenging and difficult.Not being able to conceive or experiencing miscarriage could be an isolating and debilitating experience.

The book is very well researched and introduces the various aspects and possible causes of infertility.
From describing female medical conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome to male factor, the author clearly explains every situation in detail.

Next,Dr.Trolice offers an overview of possible solutions,such as IVF and IUI.
The treatments could be very expensive and it is important to know every detail before undergoing any procedure.

Infertility is difficult from a physical but also emotional point of view and I think that this book is a great guide to understand possibilities both from a male and female point of view.

When it is snowy and cold outside, superspeed readers like me can read 150 - 200+ pages/hour, so yes, I have read the book … and many more today. LOL

I requested and received a temporary digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley, the publisher and the author in exchange for an honest review.  

From the publisher, as I do not repeat the contents or story of books in reviews, I let them do it as they do it better than I do 😸.

Give yourself the best possible odds for getting pregnant and having a baby with this concise, expert, and encouraging companion as your guide!

In the only general guide to infertility written by a medical doctor who specializes in the subject, Mark Trolice, MD—who is board-certified in both OB/GYN and REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility)—shares the practical knowledge he has gained from working in infertility medicine for years, with many hundreds of patients, along with the warmth and wisdom he has acquired from getting to know prospective parents from all kind of backgrounds.

The journey from infertility to fertility, from childlessness to a brand-new baby, can be long and arduous. It involves complicated medical diagnoses, a wide range of treatment options, a host of potential lifestyle changes, lots of emotional ups and downs, and—even with the best medical insurance—challenging financial decisions. Your doctors cannot decide everything for you, and that is why an authoritative and comprehensive book, written in clear and understandable language for the layperson, is essential. This is that book.

The book opens with an exploration of all the possible causes of infertility, covering both couples who have never been pregnant and ones who have had recurrent losses of pregnancies. Unique among infertility guides, this volume gives roughly equal weight to male and female causes, which is important because about 40% of infertility cases are due to men's issues—and some couples need to address issues in both the prospective mother and prospective father. It covers endometriosis, fibroids, POS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), tubal factor, the male factor, and other possible causes.

Next, it looks at your treatment options. Importantly, these are not just medical interventions, but they also include lifestyle changes you alone can make, involving sleep, diet, exercise and other forms of self-care. Among medical options, IUI (Intrauterine Insemination),  IVF (In Vitro Fertilization), and various surgical procedures are covered in detail. 

Some couples are lucky to have a short journey to fertility. For others, the process takes years. With a gentle and sure hand, and non-judgmentally, Dr. Trolice guides you through the many decisions you need to make along the way, such as whether or not to continue treatments, whether to change practitioners or treatments, and whether it is a good idea to continue to spend money on procedures not covered by your insurance. He understands that these are emotionally weighty decisions that involve the future of your family, and he provides ample grounds for optimism and hope, empowering you as you take this journey.

If you are trying to get pregnant, or think about getting pregnant, this is the book for you to read! It is informative and covers the entire range of female reproductive health. I enjoyed the writing on endometriosis and PCOS as that applies to me in my advanced / no-way-of-getting-pregnant age and it is easier to read about than trying to get an appointment with my GP and have her taking down to me. 

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