Making Babies the Hard Way: Living with Infertility and Treatment

Contents: Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. 'It doesn't make you any less of a man you know.' 2. 'So, when will I be Grandma?' 3. 'You may feel a little uncomfortable for a few days.' 4. Chauffeur driven to Fertility Central. 5. 'And how do you feel about that?' 6. Do we need another man in our lives? 7. Treasures of the heart. 8. The first insemination. 9. Trials and trauma. 10. Footprints in the sand. 11. Good omens and then... 12. Constructive communication. 13. Am I forcing Mother Nature? 14. 'I don't mind what we do, as long as we decide something.' 15. 'Have you thought about adopting?' 16. In sickness and in health. 17. 'I don't know how to tell you this, but I'm pregnant.' 18. This could be the last time. Past, present and future - an update. Glossary. Useful addresses and further reading. Index.