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Miscarriage: A Shattered Dream by Sherokee Ilse and Linda
Burns, 1985 - Provides medical information and emotional support;
a compelling, insightful perspective. ICEA, CC, PILC, PB
Coping With a Miscarriage by Hank Pizer - Christine
O'Brien, 1981 - Provides information on both physical and
emotional aspects of miscarriage; includes glossary of medical
and scientific terms commonly used. ICEA, B&L
Miscarriage by Ann Oakley, Ann McPherson and Helen
Roberts, 1984 - This book covers the medical and emotional
aspects of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. There are also
several chapters on possible treatments and trying again.
Miscarriage: A Book for Parents Experiencing Fetal Death
by Marvin and Joy Johnson, 1983 - 24-pg. booklet affirms the
grief of miscarriage, deals with the parent's feelings, presents
ways to memorialize the baby, and gives helpful coping tips. B&L,
CC, CF
Miscarriage: The Facts by Gillian C.L. Lachelin -
Provides understanding of the events of early pregnancy and
factors that adversely affect the embryo. Causes and preventive
treatments discussed. Advice on future pregnancies.
Miscarriage: Sharing the Grief, Sharing the Pain, Healing
the Wounds by Walter Williamson, 1987 - Written from a
husband and father's viewpoint, designed to provide support and
comfort. ICEA, PB
Hidden Loss: Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy by
Valerie Hey, Catherine Itzin, Lesley Saunders and Mary Anne
Speakman (Eds.), 1989 - Offers personal accounts followed by a
feminist analysis of the experience of miscarriage in our
society. Recognizes these losses as bereavement, and offers
techniques to aide the healing process. Also provides info. on
causes of miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies. PB
Miscarriage by Margaret Leroy, 1988 - Based on the
experiences of the 1000's of women a year who contact the
Miscarriage Association (England). Also provides
comprehensive medical information and emotional support for women
and their families. PB
Preventing Miscarriage: The Good News by Jonathan
Scher, MD. and Carol Dix, 1990 - An excellent book outlining the
possible causes of miscarriages. In particular would be of
interest to those women who have had multiple losses. ICEA, PB
How to Prevent a Miscarriage and Other Crisis of Pregnancy
by Stefan Semchyshyn, MD and Carol Colman, 1989 - This book
offers hope to those who have experienced pregnancy losses, also
covers the causes of miscarriages and the possible signs of
miscarriage. ICEA, PB
Mothers of Thyme: Customs and Rituals of Infertility and
Miscarriage by Janet Sha, 1990 - This is a look at
infertility and pregnancy loss through the eyes of experienced
couples. The author has drawn anecdotes from house-hold
companions, midwifery and medical books, legends and folklore to
produce this unique collection. ICEA, PB
Facts About Miscarriage by Michaelene and Linus Mundy - A blend
of information and inspiration, modern psychology and religion - aims
at helping those who hurt in mind, body and spirit.
Coping With a Miscarriage by Othneil J. Seiden, MD. and
M.J. Timmons, RN. - Emotional support handbook and practical
step-by-step approach to coping with miscarriage.
Miscarriage: Women's Experiences and Needs by Christine
Mouler, 1990 - A good book that discusses the emotional
consequences of miscarriages. PB
So Few Memories, So Much Love by Shattered Dreams
- An exquisitively detailed baby memory book. Specially created
to help you record the events prior to, during and following the
loss of your baby. Helps you work through the process of grief
and pain of loss. Offers a place to express your thoughts and
feelings about your loss. Embraces the importance of mourning
your baby. Promotes positive resolution of your grief. Available
for $8.95 through Born to Love.
Death of a Dream by Donna and Roger Ewy, 1984 -
Miscarriage, stillbirth and newborn loss. Useful information
about the grieving process for parent and professionals who faced
ended pregnancy. ICEA, B&L
Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthos and Catherine
Romeo, 1984 - An excellent book for anyone who may encounter
pregnancy-related loss. Realistic suggestions are helpful in
restoring physical, mental emotional and spiritual health,
transforming the grieving heart. ICEA, B&L, PB
Ocaso Sin Aurora by Marta Steifel Ayla and Marie C.
Ford - A guide for Spanish-speaking families who have experienced
a miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death. PILC, CC
When Pregnancy Fails by Susan Borg and Judith Lasker, 1981 -
A deeply moving book about birth and tragedies, written by women who,
themselves, grieved for lost children. ICEA, B&L, PB
When a Baby Dies: A
Handbook for Healing and Helping by Rana K. Limbo and Sara
Rich Wheeler, 1986 - This book was written for parents who
experience a miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death and the
professionals who care for them. Included are check-lists and
practical suggestions on how to provide sensitive care and
support to families during time of crisis. ICEA, R
After a Loss in Pregnancy by Nancy Berezin, 1982 - This
book not only describes parents' common thoughts and emotions,
but explains stages and symptoms of grief: lists U.S. support
groups and a bibliography. ICEA
Surviving Pregnancy Loss by Rochelle Friedman and
Bonnie Gradstein, 1982 - Covers many types of losses, their
emotional impact, people close to the grievers and future
options. ICEA, B&L, PB
The Other Side of Pregnancy: Coping with Miscarriage and
Stillbirth by Sherry Lynn Mims Jimenez, 1982 - Offers help to
both parents and professionals on how to cope with pregnancy
loss. Includes personal accounts, chapter for professionals and a
section on myths surrounding miscarriage. PB
Silent Birth.....If Your Baby Dies by Covington, 1986 -
Booklet for couples who have a perinatal loss. B&L, ICEA
A Beginning by Nancy Malcom and Bonnie Wooten, 1984 -
For parents experiencing the death of a wished-for child through
miscarriage, abortion for genetic reasons, stillbirth or early
death. Contains resource list of Canadian support groups. CC,
Women's College Hospital, 60 Grosvenor Street, Toronto, ON, CBS
Pregnancy Loss: Medical Therapeutics and Practical
Considerations by James R. Woods, Jr. MD and Jenifer L.
Esposito (Eds.), 1987 - Although this book is geared for
professionals, from obstetricians to funeral directors, it gives
a good overview of what causes pregnancy loss and the importance
of professionals to recognize the loss. A book you might want to
bring to your own doctor's attention.
Beyond Heartache by Mari Hanes, with Jack Hayford, 1984
- A Christian perspective with many quotes from the Bible dealing
with pregnancy losses of all types, as well as neonatal death.
Includes some helpful do's and don'ts for others who are close to
those who have experienced a pregnancy loss.
Empty Arms by Sherokee
Ilse, 1990 - A guide to help parents and loved ones cope with
miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal death. ICEA, PILC, PB
Death of a Twin: Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Infant Death
from P.O.M.B.A.
Feelings: About the Loss of a Baby by Gael Jarret - For
parents who experience the significant loss of newborn death,
miscarriage or SIDS. Facilitates use of a support system as well
as fostering communication.
Paternal Loss of a Child by Therese A. Rando - Unique
issues and impact of miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death.
Filled with practical advice and tips on what to expect, and what
to do to make things a little easier. PB
Nothing to Cry About by Barbara J. Berg, 1981 - Novel
about a young woman who waits till her late twenties to plan a
child, only to suffer a late miscarriage, a difficult 2nd
pregnancy which results in a stillbirth, but does go on to
deliver a health baby 3rd time round.
Having Your First Baby After Thirty: A Personal Journey
from Infertility by Elizabeth Fuller, 1983 - Her own story,
from the work-up, temp. charts, fertility drugs to laparoscopy,
two miscarriages, amniocentisis and childbirth classes.
Will I Ever Be a Mother? by Grandin - One mother's
personal story through several miscarriages.
Mother less Child by Jacquelyn Mitchard, 1985 - A
personal story of a woman who has an ectopic pregnancy and then
faces the turmoil of infertility. Eventually she and her husband
adopt an infant son.
Tender Miscarriage: An
Epiphany by Paula Saffire, 1989 - A story of the author's
personal tragedy and how she seeks to transform the pain, grief
and loss into a personal Epiphany. ICEA
Handling the Heartbreak of Miscarriage by Nancy Rue -
Sensitively written personal account of how she found healing and
growth from the tragedy of miscarriage, written from a Christian
perspective. CBS
Journey to Motherhood by Alison Freeland, 1990 - One
woman's true story of becoming a mother of a health baby after 3
miscarriages. ICEA, PB
Limit of Miracles: Poems About the Loss of Babies edited by M. Cohen, 1985 - Poignant and sensitive poems give
consoling affirmations for those suffering a pregnancy loss. B&L,
PB
Tiny Baby: Poetry on
Miscarriage by PILC Parents - A tender, moving collection of
poems written by parents who have experienced a miscarriage. It
validates the importance of birth and the uniqueness of every
unborn baby. PILC
Poetry Reading cassette by Marion Cohen - One hour of
poetry on newborn loss, miscarriage and living with chronic
illness. From Child Care Info. Cr., 532 Settlers Landing Rd.
Hampton, VA.
Counting to Zero by Marion Cohen - Book of miscarriage
poems. From Centre for Thantology, Robert Halpern, 391
Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11217
The Anguish of Loss by Julie Frisch, 1988 - The
realities of life and loss confronted in a direct and emotional
manner through sculpture and poetry. ICEA, PB
Good Mourning: Help and Understanding in Time of Pregnancy
Loss by Judith Gordon and Nancy Gordon DeHammer, 1990 - A
compassionate, creative approach to health resolution of grief
and acceptance of pregnancy loss. Tips on journal-keeping and
it's therapeutic value. Written from a Christian perspective. To
order $8.95 from Word Publishing, Inc., 5221 N. O'Connor
Blvd., Suite 1000, Irving, TX 75039.
Motherhood and Mourning by Larry G. Peppers and Ronald
J. Knapp, 1980 - Common characteristics of grieving mothers. The
stages of grief and problems in relationships, subsequent
pregnancies and community support. PB
An Ambitious Sort of Grief: Diary of Pregnancy and Neonatal
Loss by Marion Cohen - 120 page book expressing the many
aspects of a mother's bereavement, grief and recovery. PILC,
PB
Free to Grieve: Healing and Encouragement for Those Who
Have Experienced the Physical, Mental and Emotional Trauma of
Miscarriage and Stillbirth by Maureen Rank - The author,
herself a bereaved parent, offers guidance to the grieving and
help toward the future. Written from a Christian perspective, the
book includes the latest in medical technology. PILC, CBS
Don't Take My Grief
Away by Doug Manning - An excellent resource which encourages
people to permit bereaved persons to "have"
their grief, because they've earned it and it's vital to their
healing process. PILC, CC
Planning a Precious Goodbye by Sherokee Ilse and Susan
Erling. - A unique booklet on planning a meaningful funeral or
memorial service for a baby. Contains detailed burial and
cremation information, sample services, suggested readings and
songs. deRuyter-Nelson Publications and Wintergreen Press
Mourning Unlived Lives: A Psychological Study of
Childbearing Loss by Judith Savage, 1989 - Based on the
author's years of professional study on bereavement, this book
reviews the established work in the field of childbearing loss. ICEA,
PB
The Bereaved Parent by Harriet Sarnoff Schiff, 1978 -
Day-to-day decisions and hardships are confronted practically and
with consolation. For parents and those who want to help them. ICEA,
PB
Hope for the Bereaved:
Understanding, Coping and Growing Through Grief by Therese S.
Schoeneck - A handbook of helpful articles written by bereaved
people for bereaved people and those who want to help them.
Grieving and Healing by Marty Deming and Nancy Comelco
- Ways of clearing past pregnancy and childbirth traumas.
How to Say Good-Bye by Joanne Smith and Judy Biggs,
1990 - A manual with many practical and clearly presented steps
through the healing process. To order: $9.95 from Aglow
Publications, P.O. Box 1548, Lynnwood, WA 98046
Thumpy's Story by Nancy Dodge - A colourful book of
Thumpy the bunny's grief over the death of his sister Bun. It
encourages children to discuss their feelings in a warm,
sensitive way. PILC, PB
Where's Jess? by Centering Corp. - The grief of surviving
brothers and sisters is explored with valuable coping tips included
for children and parents. PILC, CC, PB
No New Baby by Marilyn Gryte - For youngsters whose
mommy miscarries, this very tender book explains how you're not
to blame, how we don't always have answers, and that it's OK to
be sad and ask questions. CC
Our Baby Died. Why? by Susan and Jake Erling - For children . . .
an honest accounting of a bereaved brother's feelings, questions, and
fears about the death of his sibling. deRuyter-Nelson Publications and Wintergreen Press
Answers to a Child's Questions About Death by Peter
Stillman, 1979 - Designed to help younger children cope in
healthy, intelligent ways with the shock of a loved one's death. ICEA
Comfort Me Mommy, I'm
Hurting by Diane Stephenson - Story of a young child's
excitement waiting for the birth of a baby, followed by grief,
anger, hurt, then ultimate acceptance of the sudden death of his
unborn brother.
Still To Be Born by Pat and Kirk Schwiebert, 1986 -
Contains help for parents faced with decisions about the future.
How parents decided when to get pregnant again, their feelings
about their unborn child, during labour and bonding after birth. ICEA,
B&L, CC, PILC
What Next? by Sherokee Ilse and Susan Erling - This
booklet examines the choices and options available to couples
after a pregnancy or infant loss. Contains information on
subsequent pregnancy, adoption and child-free living. deRuyter-Nelson Publications and Wintergreen Press
The Shadow Of An Angel by Marion Cohen - From the
trauma or neonatal loss and subsequent pregnancy to the heights
of ultimate success. PILC
Your Next Baby by Centering Corporation - For parents and
families who experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death and
are now expecting again. CC
Presenting Unexpected Outcomes: A Childbirth Educator's Guide
by Sherokee Ilse - Unique perspective on the importance of including
grief and the unexpected in all childbirth classes. PILC, ICEA
A Guide to Resources in Perinatal Bereavement by
N.C.E.M.C.H. - Provides information about selected resources and
programs for professionals working with parents suffering
miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death.
Health Provider's Manual for Helping After Perinatal Death
by H.A.N.D. of Santa Clara County, 1988 - A resource network for
information on perinatal loss. ICEA
Helping Families With
Miscarriage and Newborn Loss by Kris Crawford, Ph.D and Mary
G. Schuman, ACSW. - Provides excellent information and another
approach to starting a support group. Order (prepaid),
cheques payable to L.C.P.A. for $10.95 (US) each plus
$2.00 shipping. Send to L.C.P.A., 3060 Packard, Suite F, Ann
Arbor, MI 48108
Listen to Your Body by Neils Lauersen, MD. and Eileen
Stukane, 1985 - A gynecologist answers women's most intimate
questions. Chapters on infertility, endometriosis, miscarriage
and ectopic pregnancy.
Trying to Conceive - Talks about feelings, dealing with
others, what a work-up is all about, doctor-patient
relationships, terminology and other books to read. CC,
B&L
Understanding: A Guide to Impaired Fertility for Family and
Friends by Patricia Irwin Johnston - Gentle work for
infertile couples. Non-technical exploration of grief. CC
Getting Pregnant!
by Melvin J. Frisch, MD. and Gayle Rapoport - This book is made
up of over 1,000 questions and answers about fertility problems
and how to have a baby. It is written in clear and understandable
language and covers all the latest techniques. PB
A Stairstep Approach to Fertility by Margot Edwards,
1989 - Defines possible causes of male and female infertility and
non-invasive treatments that, in selected cases, may help to
provide a safer, saner way to conceive. Recommended readings,
resources, glossary and index. ICEA, PB
Getting Pregnant and Staying Pregnant by Doris Rapp - A
guide to infertility and high risk pregnancy. PB
Getting Around the Boulder in the Road: Using Imagery to
Cope with Fertility Problems by Aline P. Zoldbrod, PhD. - An
insightful, practical tool that enables people by giving them an
opportunity to do something for themselves at a time when they
feel they have little control. To order, send $5.00 to Aline
Zoldbrod, 12 Rumford Road, Lexington, MA. 02173.
CODES:
- CC - Centering Corp.,
- CF - Compassionate Friends,
- ICEA - ICEA Bookcentre,
- B&L - Birth and Life Bookstore,
- PILC - Pregnancy and Infant Loss Centre,
- R - Resolve Through Sharing,
- CBS - Compassionate Book Service,
- PB - Parentbooks
TO FIND THESE BOOKS
- Centering Corporation, Box 3367, Omaha, NEB,
68103-0367
- Compassionate Friends (USA), P.O. Box 1347,
Oakbrook, IL. 60521
- Compassionate Friends/ Les Amis Compatissants of/Du
Canada, National Canadian Office, 685 William Avenue,
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0Z2 (204)787-2460
- ICEA Bookstore, P.O. Box 20048, Minneapolis, MN
55420
- Birth and Life Bookstore, P.O. Box 70635, Seattle,
WA 98017-0625
- Pregnancy and Infant Loss Centre, #22 - 1415 East
Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata, MN. 55391
- Parentbooks, 201 Harbord Street, Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1H6
- Compassionate Book Service, 216 Via Monte, Walnut
Creek, CA. 94598
- RESOLVE, INC., 5 Water Street, Arlington, MA 02174
- SHARE, c/o Sister Jane Marie Lamb, St. John's
Hospital, 800 Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62702
- UNITE - Jeanes Hospital, 7600 Central Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19111
- Resolve Thru Sharing, Gundersen/Lutheran Medical
Centre, 1910 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Infertility Awareness Association of Canada, #104
- 1785 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3Y6
(613)738-8968
- The Compassionate Friends Sibling National Newsletter,
P.O. Box 3696, Oak Brook, Illinois 60522-3696
- Miscarriage Association Newsletter, 18 Stonebrook
Close, West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4TP, Yorkshire,
England
- Support After Termination for Abnormality (SAFTA),
22 Upper Woburn Place, London, WC1H0EP, England
- Center for Loss in Multiple Birth, Jean Kollantai, "
Our Newsletter", P.O.
Box 1064, Palmer, Alaska 99645 (907)746-6123
e-mail:
climb@pobox.alaska.net
Web-site:
www.climb-support.org
- Pen Parents, c/o Maribeth Wilder Doerr, P.O. Box
8738, Reno, NV 89507-8736 (702)826-7332
(Many of the books mentioned are also available
through the Interloan program from your local Public Library. )
Copyright © 1991-2001 - Shattered Dreams,
reprinted with permission.
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