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Navigating the Land of If: Understanding Infertility and Exploring Your Options |  | Author: Melissa Ford
Publisher: Seal Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 442135
Media: Paperback
Edition: Original
Pages: 336
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 5.6 x 0.9
ISBN: 1580052622
Dewey Decimal Number: 616.692
EAN: 9781580052627
ASIN: 1580052622
Publication Date: May 5, 2009
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Product Description
Author of the extremely successful blog Stirrup Queens and Sperm Palace Jesters, Melissa Ford presents readers with a guide for navigating the complex world of infertility. The Land of If got its name not only because “IF” is the abbreviation for “infertility” in the online world, but also because there are so many “ifs” inherent in being here. No stranger to the Land of If herself, Ford shares her hard-earned knowledge and insights, helping couples struggling with infertility understand the lingo, learn the details doctors tend to leave out, and keep their emotional sanity despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Navigating the Land of If gives the nitty-gritty on injections, rejections, biting your tongue during happy parent-to-be conversations, and trying not to cry over baby shower invitations. With chapters that include how-to’s for same-sex couples, and present adoption or remaining child-free as plausible alternatives, Ford tells you exactly what you need to know, from one infertile to another.
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An excellent emotional support book February 15, 2010
Ska Fan (RI)
I have read enough books to have a decent grasp on what is involved in the various treatments offered for fertility. This is the only book that has directly addressed the emotional aspect associated with each procedure and with the entire process.
Thanks to the author for admitting that this "painless procedure" crap is just that... crap. Every single procedure has some level of pain associated, both physical and emotional. When you are tired of everyone minimizing your experience, this is the book that will help.
Witty, Informative and Well Written! January 27, 2010
Monica
I've not experienced infertility issues myself, but I'm a reader of Melissa Ford's blog and really enjoy her honest and earthy writing style. This book gave me lots of insight into the infertility side of things, and was an enjoyable and informative read. Very well researched and super-duper helpful.
This is THE go to book for Iffers. January 7, 2010
Sarah (New Hartford, CT)
I just finished this book, and I LOVED it. Its real. Like, its not some fancy medical journal, written by someone who has never experienced infertility. It all comes from one of our own. And it just solidifies that we are not alone. I loved the letter from Melissa, in the back of the book. I may very well end up using it.
I also plan on buying another copy and giving it to a friend of mine who has just started out on her journey...
I highly recommend reading this book. Whether you yourself are experiencing infertility, or someone you know is..this book has something for you.
 Good, not great for unexplained repeat miscarriage January 4, 2010
Chyckadee
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I'm a long-time blog reader of a number of infertility blogs. I happily bought this book for my sister, who was undergoing treatment for repeat miscarriage (RM). Perhaps the hype from the blogosphere built it up too much.
The pluses- it is a handy overview if you're new to the world of infertility, better for those who have trouble getting pregnant than those who struggle to stay pregnant.
The minuses- Her advice about generally trying not to worry when you do get pregnant is at best insensitive for those with RM. And also inaccurate. If you've had 3 miscarriages, and you're over 30, - your chances of another miscarriage are pretty high. She also repeats some irritating misinformation commonly thrown around in the popular press. There is nothing magic about age 35 where fertility suddenly drops off and risk of downs syndrome spikes. Its a steady change over time.
While these issues may seem petty, i'd posit they are no more petty than a number of the issues she is very sensitive and thorough about.
Humorous but straight forward August 10, 2009
Vee (Sydney, Australia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Firstly I haven't read this book from front to back, only because some things don't relate to our IF journey, but I have read parts that have been relevant to me and our procedures and anything else that I found interesting along the way.
I have to say I love it ! I love the layout, the whole travel guide look is great. The tips work really well and are very helpful. I like that the writing was humorous but straight forward and to the point where it needed to be. And any explanations where very thorough and very honest, I think that is very important in a book like this.
I am going to lend it to a friend who is thinking of going down the egg donor path. I am hoping because she will be right in the thick of IF she will find very useful.
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