RHS patient shares her thoughts as a guest blogger.
If you have come across this posting, you have already made a step in the right direction- you are seeking out support from those who speak from experience and are here to share information throughout our individual journeys. Life’s ultimate lesson is that we are all here to help one another. We will transcend infertility!
I recently read a book, A Spiritual Path to Overcoming Infertility, Creating Your Miracle Family Now by Dr. Matthew McQuaid. Through reading this book, I was able to make a smooth transition into the stage of acceptance in the course of infertility.
The author of this book speaks from his and his wife’s personal experience through IVF. He discusses the journey they have taken as a couple to build their spiritual well-being while on the path of infertility.
I enjoyed the approach Dr. McQuaid takes emotionally connecting to his reader through honest and heart-felt experiences. He stresses meditation, visualization, yoga, and manifestation of the goal throughout his book. At the conclusion of each chapter, he gives recommendations for the reader to apply to their situation and stage in the IVF process. I found these recommendations to be extremely helpful and spiritually connecting. This book inspired me and helped me reflect on my IVF experience so that I truly realized that it takes more than science to have a baby. Throughout my journey and the emotional stages of infertility I found myself questioning God. Dr. McQuaid discusses these feelings and helps the reader to not take on the stance of a victim, but rather someone who waits for something greater. He stresses that there is an underlying lesson to be recognized throughout your experience with infertility.
I strongly recommend this book to couples undergoing IVF. I read the book before my husband and then we discussed our reactions to it individually and how we could apply what Dr. McQuaid discussed to our situation as a couple.
I found this book at a half priced used bookstore. I have Googled it and called a few local bookstores in the hope that it may be easier for you to find. However, their databases are unable to find it. So, I am passing on the contact info that was located in the back of the book. I know you will enjoy this book!
From one grateful couple to another
Through this site you can order a book, view a sample chapter, and contact the author.
www.miraclefamilynow.com
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Hello,
This book can be ordered from the author directly
707-263-6931
Thank you for your kind words.
Dr. McQuaid
As a Buddhist, I couldn’t agree more to the spiritual pathway for whatever you’re doing. Be it trying to get pregnant, trying to lose weight or trying to study for an exam.
I don’t know if anybody will answer this question, but recently I came across this infertility treatment book, wanted an independent opinion from somebody that was knowledgeable on these matters.
What do you think about alternative medicine programs like this Pregnancy Miracle. Are these things theoretically or practically possible to work on an older person like me (43)
Thanks!
Nancy
Thank you for your comment, Nancy.
A Spiritual Path to Overcoming Infertility was brought to our attention by one of our patients.
Staying healthy mentally is just as important as staying healthy in a physical sense. We would agree that keeping an open mind about how spirituality can help in preparing a couple for the emotional stresses that infertility can cause. We looked at the Web site you suggested, and we would recommend talking with your doctor before trying any new or holistic regimes while trying to conceive.
For information about our Balance Within philosophy, check out our Web site, http://www.ivfpittsburgh.com/holistic-fertility-balance-within.html. Balance Within offers a unique perspective which focuses on the mind, body, and spirit.