The theme this year is so appropriate “DON’T IGNORE INFERTILITY”. Many of the women in my book Dear God, Why Can’t I Have a Baby? A Companion Guide for Couples on the Infertility Journey expressed the sorrowful complaint that they felt ignored by friends and family and even the church–especially the church.
With 1 in 6 couples experiencing infertility they’re a pretty large part of the population to ignore.
Since you probably know someone struggling with infertility, or maybe you are yourself, here are some things you can do:
Check out this website: http://www.resolve.org/national-infertility-awareness-week/home-page.html
Consider giving a copy of my book Dear God, Why Can’t I Have a Baby? It’s a book of hope and encouragement from couples who have experienced infertility and can offer perspective and comfort. The book would also make a great gift for a mommy-in-waiting on Mother’s Day, which is the hardest day of the year for her.
http://www.amazon.com/Dear-Cant-Have-Baby-ebook/dp/B007BU1UFG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335242751&sr=8-1
Read the following article to help you know what to say and what not to say to a couple:
Excerpts taken from Dear God, Why Can’t I Have a Baby? A Companion Guide for Couples on the Infertility Journey, Janet Thompson, Leafwood Publishers.
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