Teaches proven cognitive-behavioral strategies for coping with infertility and pregnancy loss. You will learn about common grief experiences that occur with such losses, as well as ways to find perspective and meaning, identify and change unhelpful thoughts, gain acceptance, reconnect with others, and reengage in life. By applying these strategies, you can break out of the cycle of sadness and rumination and heal with grace and dignity.

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1. Normalizing Emotional Experiences
2. Getting By in the First Weeks
3. Getting Involved in Life in the Later Weeks
4. Coping With Disturbing Thoughts and Images of the Loss
5. Coping With Disturbing Thoughts and Images About the Future
6. Interacting With Others
7. Gradual Exposure to Avoided Situations
8. Problem Solving and Decision Making
9. Staying Mindful and Achieving Acceptance
10. Creating a New Normal and Finding Meaning

Postscript

Appendix: Mindfulness Resources

Notes

Index

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