miscarriage

With the help of her family, friends, and school counselor, Raya finds a way to grieve the loss of her unborn sister Nura, and to share the love she will always feel for her.

"A ... humorous memoir ... about a woman overcoming dramatic loss and finding reinvention, as well as a portrait of a generation used to assuming they're entitled to everything."--Publisher.

"In 2017, 194,377 babies were born to teens who were 15 to 19 years old. For a teenager, learning that they are pregnant can be life shattering. They may feel guilt, shame, panic, and extreme isolation. This . . . guide is designed to shed light on this critical topic and equip young people with the knowledge they need to address the many facets of teen pregnancy. Readers will learn how to prevent unplanned pregnancy, the options available to them if they are pregnant, where to go to get the support they need, and how to talk to their loved ones about what's happening"--Provided by publisher.

A young lesbian couple tries for years to get pregnant, and when they finally do, their joy quickly turns to heartbreak. As they try to navigate life suffering from the grief, they must acknowledge a reality that they may never conceive, putting their relationship to the ultimate test.

"A ... humorous memoir ... about a woman overcoming dramatic loss and finding reinvention, as well as a portrait of a generation used to assuming they're entitled to everything."--Publisher.

"An assessment of the pros and cons of delayed motherhood. Through in-depth reporting and her own experience, Tanya Selvaratnam urges more widespread education and open discussion about delayed motherhood in the hope that long-lasting solutions can take effect. The result is a book of information that will enable women to make smarter choices about their reproductive futures and to strike a more realistic balance between science, society and personal goals"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the causes of miscarriage, the diagnostic tests and surgical procedures now available to prevent them, the best methods for recovering, and the possible ways to avoid them.

An independent producer and theater artist discusses the consequences of delayed motherhood, recounting her own experiences and providing valuable information that will enable women to make smarter choices about their reproductive futures.

When the new baby they've been expecting isn't strong enough to be born, Molly and her family find different ways to express their feelings and comfort each other.