Infertility—a long and quiet war... Matt and Cheri Appling couldn’t get pregnant. One minus sign after another cast them into a long season of trying, failing, waiting, and hoping—into the wilderness where faith grew tired before it got stronger. And in that wilderness they wrote this book. A blend of story, reflection, and lament, Plus or Minus is the chronicle of three couples warring with infertility. It depicts life, faith, and love amidst the ebb and flow of gain and loss. Amidst empty nurseries and quiet hallways, another baby shower for someone else. As you journey with the Applings and their friends, you will learn to cope when dreams and reality collide. You will learn to cling to God’s real promises even as you long for gifts he may not give. You will see marriage in sickness and in health and witness strength in weakness. You will see what it means to live fruitfully amidst barrenness and to be thankful in every season. This book provides solace for those battling infertility and a window into their pain for those who aren’t. Poetic and raw, Plus or Minus is a portrait of faith in the trenches of infertility.

Do you want a baby more than anything? Are you contemplating medical procedures to conceive? Maybe you are stuck on your infertility journey or even close to giving up? Love, Faith, and Infertility - A story of hope and special forces is a book for all women, men, families, and friends who are looking for support, encouragement, and hope. You will learn about different reproductive and endocrinology procedures and get to know a blended military family who learned to trust evidence-based medicine, their gut, and God while navigating their infertile life to reach their ultimate goal in extending their family with a baby. 13 years, two vasectomy reversals, six In-Vitro Fertilizations (IVF) with Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injections (ICSI), two frozen embryo transfers (FET), and three miscarriages almost broke their spirit, but what didn't kill them, made them stronger. If you have one spark of hope left, then Love, Faith, and Infertility - a Story of Hope and Special Forces is for you! Never give up.

Faith and Fertility is my first published book and recounts my personal story of infertility and journey to motherhood. My goal in sharing my story with you is to give you what I so desperately needed when I was in the pit of my infertility mess and depression; a breath. I am desperate for you to know that God sees you, loves you, and that He has great plans for your life. YOU are a child of God and deeply valued and prized. I want you to look at this book and feel loved by the image of Christ holding a baby, knowing that He is in control and that He loves you more than anyone or anything ever could. To place our faith and dreams of a baby in His loving care is exactly where we need to rest in this season of uncertainty. I want you to read the words and scripture God gave me for this book and be overwhelmed with the blessed assurance that you are deeply loved by God your Father. And lastly, I want you to finish reading this book being so filled with love and peace that you can take a second breath knowing that God's plans are PERFECT, and you can confidently stand firm in your faith, praising him in the storm, and trusting Him even if His plans are different than yours.

If people had said I would have twins in my 40s, I would have called them crazy! Becoming a mother of three did not come easily for me. After having my first son, I experienced secondary infertility before having my miracle twins. I certainly would not have believed that I would spend six years trying to conceive and that I would ultimately hire a surrogate to carry my babies. When Stephanie O'Hara was experiencing her first miscarriage, she went to a popular retail chain to find a book that would comfort, encourage, and support her. When she asked he store clerk for the section on Infertility and Miscarriages, she gave Stephanie a blank stare and told her it was "an odd request". She was shocked, especially when she learned about the number of women who were sharing the same struggle. For anyone who needs a friend to lean on while she is experiencing the loneliness and anxiety associated with overcoming infertility, Angel Wings is Stephanie's gift to you. In her memoir, Stephanie shares the "roller-coaster ride" that was her life for many years: seven miscarriages, painful and dangerous medical procedures, furniture-sized boxes full of IVF treatments, and her unwavering faith that carried her through to the birth of her twins. Find a comfy chair and sit with Stephanie as she generously shares the ups and downs of her story, belly-laughs, ugly cries, and all.

After years of trying for a baby, Heather Nelson and her husband, Kevin, were still unable to have a child. They tried multiple infertility treatments and endured countless medical procedures, but still had no luck. Finally, with the crushing loss of Peanut, they began to see that God was with them in their journey. Although angry and emotional, Heather learned that despite all of her careful plans, God had Other Plans. Heather's struggle induced not only an acute understanding of herself, but a deeper appreciation of her husband, their marriage, his faith, and overall the love and forgiveness that God had so freely given her, but she had yet to accept. Join Heather Nelson as she shares her personal struggle of fertility difficulties and pregnancy loss to help other couples who are also struggling to start a family. Learn how to cope with the emotional and physical stress and how to depend on God's plans. Laugh as she shares some sage advice for your friends and family too on the crucial Do's and Don'ts of infertility support. Heather Nelson is a stay-at-home wife and mother. She spends her free time volunteering at her church and scrapbooking her family's special moments. Heather hails from Texas, but currently resides in Tennessee with her husband, Kevin, and son, Jackson.

Are you, or someone you love, yearning to experience victory over infertility? If hope is what you're craving, this book will be like water for your parched soul. Renew your hope for overcoming infertility and be encouraged by the 60 Bible-based daily readings of A Seed of Hope. Meaningful insights from Evangeline Colbert's struggle with infertility and her God-given victory will inspire you to not give up on God's promises of fertility. They will be fuel to advance your faith! In this revised edition, you'll dig deeper into the spiritual aspect of fertility. You're encouraged to speak the Scripture-based affirmations so that your words align with His promises. The reflection questions added to each day's reading are also perfect for group settings. Each of the 60 devotional readings is a seed planted by Evangeline sharing insightful daily affirmations. In the daily readings, she relates to the emotional, physical, relational, and financial pain and havoc that infertility causes but also promotes reasons to maintain hope. Plant a seed of hope in your mind and spirit so that you develop a stronger vision and expectation of fertility. Embrace the victory Jesus has already given you by believing and speaking God's power-packed promises, and by receiving His love for you.

From her personal struggle and victory over infertility, author Evangeline Colbert offers powerful inspiration to those who are looking to experience victory over childlessness. "A Seed of Hope: God's Promises of Fertility," a devotional, shares personal stories and evokes the love and grace of Jesus by providing insightful words of encouragement. Struggling with the pain of infertility requires daily doses of hope to avoid getting stuck in the pit of despair. Included with each day's reading is a Bible-based affirmation. Each affirmation offers hope and encourages the reader to use "spoken faith" to overcome infertility while believing the Word of God and trusting in His love. Throughout the book, there are practical suggested actions that serve as personal expressions of confidence that infertility is NOT too hard for God.

The progression should have been natural. You got married, and children were supposed to follow in due time. But every month that ends in a period rather than a pregnancy has you feeling more and more depressed. Perhaps you even find yourself avoiding people and places with children because it is just too painful. Amy Baker and Daniel ...

"As Samantha's and Kyle Busch's public lives grew more pronounced, their private life was being torn apart. The frustrations and uncertainty of their fertility problems took a toll on them as individuals and as a couple, creating a cyclone of emotions that threatened everything they had worked so hard for. Through these trials, they learned how to build a stronger relationship, foster a deeper faith, and find humor through the tears. They also discovered a passion for helping other couples gain access to fertility treatments. In this memoir, Samantha uses her voice to break the silence and stigma that surround the infertility community. By sharing practical advice as well as candid and inspiring stories of her journey, she provides support, validation, community, and education for others experiencing similar tribulations"--

One in every six United States couples experiences infertility but Catholic couples face additional confusion, worry, and frustration as they explore the medical options available to them. Filling a major void in Catholic resources, The Infertility Companion for Catholics is the first book to address not only the medical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of infertility, but also the particular needs of Catholic couples who desire to understand and follow Church teaching on the use of assisted reproductive technology. Authors Angelique Ruhi-López and Carmen Santamaría offer the support and wisdom gained in their own struggles with infertility. They describe the options that Catholic couples can pursue in seeking to conceive, many of which are not ordinarily presented by the medical community. In an encouraging and non-judgmental tone, they address both husbands and wives and help them recognize the emotional impact of infertility on their relationship. The Infertility Companion for Catholics presents a variety of spiritual resources including prayers, devotions, and the wisdom of the saints and provides suggestions for further reading of reference materials, Catholic documents, and Catholic blogs about infertility.