Recommended Reading

I’ve put together a selection of books and resources that I have found particularly thoughtful or helpful. Some explore grief, trauma and self-understanding, while others focus specifically on infertility and involuntary childlessness. I hope you find something here that resonates with you.
 

1. The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown
A compassionate exploration of vulnerability, self-worth and letting go of the pressure to be perfect.

2. The Body Keeps the Score — Bessel van der Kolk
An exploration of how traumatic experiences can affect both the mind and body, and our understanding of recovery.

3. You Are Here — Thich Nhat Hanh
A gentle introduction to mindfulness and being more present in everyday life.

4. The Power of Now — Eckhart Tolle
A well-known exploration of mindfulness, presence and our relationship with our thoughts.

5. Silent Sorority — Pamela Mahoney Tsigdinos
A personal account of infertility and coming to terms with a life without children.

6. The Pursuit of Motherhood — Jessica Hepburn
A deeply personal account of fertility treatment, hope, loss and the pursuit of motherhood.

7. Living the Life Unexpected — Jody Day
A compassionate and practical book about finding meaning, identity and a fulfilling future when life without children wasn't what you had planned.

Support & Resources

Gateway Women
Gateway Women is a community and resource for women who are childless not by choice, founded by Jody Day. It offers support, information and connection for those navigating involuntary childlessness.

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Gateway Women