Rating: Summary: Not What You're Expecting! Review: The purpose of this book can be summed up in Ty Canady's Declaration on p. 105 where she urges infertile women to make a commitment to "use" their infertility to further God's kingdom: "I declare to use infertility as a means to bring non-believers to Christ, to assist others in need of increasing their faith, as well as teach all nations of the majesty, dominion, and power of the Almighty." While this is well and fine for the author -- the end result was problematic for me on several levels. First, although I am a Christian myself, I found this book not very helpful in advancing my own faith or understanding of God's will. The author provides some helpful reflective exercises and a nice list of inspirational bible verses. She is also very honest in discussing her own pain related to infertility. That said, however, the target audience appears to be someone very new to the faith, or the non-Christian. There is not a lot of depth or "meat" for someone who already believes. Furthermore, I take issue, theologically, with some of the aspects of spiritual warfare advocated in these pages. Second, the book was not at all helpful in understanding fertility. There are no insights regarding treatments, causes, or outcomes. The list of "resources" at the back is cursory at best. Third, the book is replete with typos and grammatical errors. Was this book self-published? Finally, I suspect that the author engaged in sleight of hand, or even false advertising. There is nothing on the front cover or even on the back-of-the-book summary to indicate that this book is an evangelical tool or guide to spiritual warfare. I think this is purposeful, so that women searching for insights and answers regarding fertility will buy this book -- and SURPRISE! get an altar call instead. I think it's fine that the author wants to make the best of her own situation, to share what she's learned, and even to use her own problems as a way to reach others. I'm not against all forms of evangelism. I do think, however, that when people are making purchases online, a certain amount of truth in advertising is called for, especially when one is making truth claims about the Lord of the Universe. Ultimately, the book was more annoying than helpful. And that's too bad because the title was so promising (not to mention clever).
Rating: Summary: Awesome Book Review: This book is incredible! I have read almost every infertility book out there and this one is unique. Most books address medical issues, insurance, and doctors visit. However this book equiped "ME" to deal with infertility on an emotional level. It is helping me to overcome this adversity. The author said she was blessed with a miracle by following the pricinples she wrote about in this book. I have applied the principles and within two weeks, I have experienced a change in me. I am better equipped to deal with this adversity. This book has opened my eyes and has taught me that my miracle is up to me. It has taught me that no matter has bad your circumstance may be, no matter how many unsuccessful fertility treatments, miscarriages, or medical ailments...God can and will bless you with a miracle. I highly recommend this book!!!! It has changed my life!!!
Rating: Summary: looking for answers. Review: This book is not what i expected at all it was more religious
then i expected.Its for people that are searching for answers through god.I thought it was more of infertility infomation.
Rating: Summary: Excellent Book Review: This book was AWESOME! Of all the infertility books I have read, this one was the most insightful. It helped me in areas that most books do not. I highly recommend this to those experiencing infertility or any type of adversity.
Rating: Summary: There is nothing better than the TRUTH Review: This brilliant author shares the truth about her bout with infertility and it is awesome and extremely powerful reading. This is truly a must read for those that want to conquer infertility and have faith in God.
Rating: Summary: A must reading for couples experiencing infertility Review: Ty Canady talks to the heart and soul of those experiencing infertility. "What to Expect" is powerful, motivating and a true testimony of the human spirit.
Rating: Summary: This Book is AWESOME! Review: What to Expect When You're NOT Expecting is an awesome book. I loved it so much I am purchasing copies for ALL my family and friends. This author reveals personal experiences that I thought only I felt. My best friend who is not experiencing infertility read the book and she said it opened her eyes and made her far more sensitive to my struggles with infertility. I love that the book has journaling opportunites so I can express my feelings and the author pose many questions that I never thought about. My support group is going to use the book. I highly recommend this book.
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