{"product_id":"the-trying-time-jessica-manns-9798881807351","title":"The Trying Time: A Comprehensive Guide to Infertility, Ivf, and Family Building","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn 2023, The World Health Organization reported that 1 in 6 people are affected by infertility across the world, which is a staggering jump from the previous report of 1 in 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Additionally, there has been a steady increase in the number of in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles that have been performed over the past ten years, and approximately 2% of babies born each year in the United States are conceived via IVF. Despite this increase, there are limited evidence-based, easily accessible resources available to those trying to conceive or facing infertility. In particular, there is limited focus on mental health awareness surrounding infertility, and those trying to conceive are often left feeling isolated while suffering in silence. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe lack of awareness surrounding IVF was further displayed in February 2024 when the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos created through IVF are \"unborn children\" and have legal personhood rights. This controversial case has shaken the infertility community, leaving professionals and patients unsure of its future effects on IVF treatment. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Trying Time: A Comprehensive Guide to Infertility, IVF, and Family Building \u003c\/i\u003ewill combat each of these obstacles. This all-in-one guide will be filled with evidence-based, up-to-date information voluntarily contributed by health care professionals. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnlike any other IVF resource currently available, \u003ci\u003eThe Trying Time \u003c\/i\u003ewill combine evidence-based, professionally contributed information about IVF and infertility with a strong emphasis on mental health awareness. Further, it will incorporate personal anecdotes that readers can relate to. The goal is for this guide to resonate with each person who reads it, whether they are trying to conceive or supporting a loved one, or simply want to learn more about the process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jessica Manns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798881807351\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bloomsbury Academic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Jessica Manns","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47071979929855,"sku":"9798881807351","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_876bf121-5de1-41d1-93fb-097f91921f0c.jpg?v=1753415453","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-trying-time-jessica-manns-9798881807351","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}