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Tiny Toes: A Couple's Journey Through Infertility, Prematurity, and Depression Paperback – November 12, 2007

by Kelly K Damron (Author)

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Tiny Toes is a personal story of a couple struggling to create a family. The author tackles the effects of infertility, including how it almost destroyed her marriage. She illustrates the emotional trials of having a premature baby and how that, too, impacted her soul and her marriage.
She also demonstrates how she was able to overcome the depression that was keeping her from her own joy. The impact of infertility can extend to the soul of your very being. Watching your baby struggle to survive each day is not something any parent should have to endure. Yet, every day 1 in 9 babies are born too soon. Postpartum depression is being acknowledged as a disorder that occurs fairly frequently. Women who experience infertility and/or the premature birth of a child are more likely to encounter some form of depression than are women who have healthy pregnancies.
This story details the emotional trails of these complex life occurrences. In the end you'll see the transformation of the author and you will be moved by her journey.

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There is a drive within the genetic code of human beings that can be as urgent as the need for food, water, or sleep. It is the urge to procreate. When Kelly Damron and her husband tried to have children in 2001 she had to deal with the problem of infertility. She was finally able to conceive only to have her twin daughters born prematurely in 2004. Then after their troubled birth, Kelly found herself experiencing postpartum depression. She went on to join the march of Dimes as an active volunteer in 2006 and became the co-chair of the Family Teams Committee for the March for Babies (formerly known as WalkAmerica). She was the Mission Family presenter for the March of Dimes WalkAmerica event on May 17, 2007, and has become involved with RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, assisting in their Marketing and Events Committees. In Tiny Toes: A Couple's Journey Through Infertility, Prematurity, And Depression Kelly candidly records her personal story, drawing upon both her experience and subsequent hard-won expertise. Now the mother of two happy and healthy little girls, Kelly has written Tiny Toes for the benefit of the thousands of others who every year must deal with what she's had to cope with -- infertility and premature births, and sometimes a combination of both. Strongly recommended reading, especially for the one in eight couples encountering infertility and the 12.5% of women whose babies are born prematurely, Tiny Toes is as informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring. -Susan Bethany, Reviewer, Midwest Book Review --Midwest Book Review

The book is not just about infertility, but a look into how relationships can change and impact a couple when they are faced with adversity. This is a honest, personal story of a couple's struggle to create a family. Damron tackles the effects of infertility, including how it damaged many of her relationships. By exposing her emotional trials and marital struggles, she gives other women the permission to feel angry, sad and hopeless. After conquering infertility, the couple was faced with the premature birth of her twin daughters, and describes in detail the medical and emotional aspects of such as trauma. The story is infused with medical terminology to help the reader learn and understand the technical aspects of infertility and prematurity. By demonstrating how she was able to overcome the depression that was keeping her from her own joy, Damron provides a heartwarming end to her journey and hope for the reader that they, too, can overcome any challenge. -Joanne Henning Tedesco, Editor of Arizona Networking News --Arizona Networking News

I was totally unaware that over two million couples in the US each year are faced with infertility. Kelly Damron and her husband were among them. Her book Tiny Toes frankly allows the reader into her psyche as she discovers and reacts to the news of their infertility. The reader is taken on a gut wrenching journey as the Damron's investigate their options, decide on in vitro fertilization, select a doctor, go through the agonizingly stressful IVF procedure, succeed in achieving pregnancy, tread the tightrope of disaster as their twins are born ten weeks early and persevere under incredible pressure as the two pound girls battle life threatening physical problems. Kelly falls prey to clinical depression. Her husband, who must be a saint, holds their strained marriage together until counseling and medication help Kelly conquer depression. The book is extremely well written, shining a light into an area of the human condition that needs illumination. It is a must read for anyone facing infertility, IVF, premature birth or depression. Thanks for taking me on your journey. -Mark Landsberg, Author of Landsberg's Law; A Journey of Discovery --Self Publishers Place

About the Author

Kelly K. Damron s experience with infertility started in 2001. Her twin daughters were born prematurely in 2004 and she has completed extensive research on the statistics of prematurity. Her personal experience with and extensive research in the areas of infertility, premature babies, and pregnancy-related depression support her expertise in these areas.
The premature birth of her daughters led Ms. Damron to join the March of Dimes as an active volunteer in 2006. She is the Co-Chair of the 2008 Family Teams Committee for March for Babies (formerly known as WalkAmerica). In 2007, she joined the local chapter of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association as a volunteer.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twin Peas, LLC (November 12, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0979374308
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0979374302
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches

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Jimmy Moore from Livin' La Vida Low-Carb

Tremendous Comfort Through The Pain Of Infertility

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2008

I read TINY TOES right smack dab in the middle of the IVF/ICSI cycle my wife and I were going through in December 2007. It was an incredibly stressful time for us because we were spending $18,000 in the HOPES that it would result in the baby we have been longing to have for 13 years of marriage. Seeing how much Kelly Damron poured out her heart about the enormous pain and anguish she went through emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through the disapproval of her in-laws to the stress of not being able to have a child with a husband who was ambivalent at best was reassuring to me that we made the right choice. Yes, it was immeasurably difficult to go through that, but it was the right choice.

But the IVF was only the beginning for the Damrons. Then their twin baby girls were premature and the worries about whether they would survive again brought on intense feelings that ran deeper than surface emotional responses. All of this stress led to a depression for Kelly unlike anything she had ever been through before in her life. It was obviously a frustrating time for her husband as I can certainly relate.

You'll quickly fall in love with Kelly's story told in an unabashed, take-it-as-it-is style that you'll appreciate the longer you go through the book. This ain't no Pollyanna-ish feel good book that gives you the warm fuzzies about how everything turns out so perfectly. Quite the contrary! But through it all, Kelly is optimistic and encouraging to others who endure similar circumstances which is why she is a leading voice on behalf of couples who endure infertility, premature births, and the depression that can result from this.

As for my wife and I, our IVF/ICSI cycle failed to produce a child and it was our one and only shot at this. We know that in God's timing we'll be blessed with the pitter patter of some TINY TOES of our own, but it's just not in the cards for us right now. Reading Kelly's story provides us with tremendous comfort through the pain we still feel about our own experience. And that's something you can't put a price on.

THANK YOU, Kelly! You have done an amazing thing sharing your story and we hope to join you as parents in the not-too-distant future. :)

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Michael B

An Invaluable Resource for Individuals Struggling with Infertility/Prematurity

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2008

As an individual who dealt with infertility in the past and currently works with couples struuggling with these issues in outpatient treatment, I found Tiny Toes by Kelly Damron to be an excellent resource to anyone facing infertilitry and/or prematurity. Not only does it provide informative technical information, but also honestly and directly addresses the emotional stuggles faced by couples going through this process. This book is an invaluable resource to those early in the process in identifying, preparing for and dealing with the many emotional issues. Those who have already gone through the process of infertility and/or prematurity will find this book to be normalizing and validating. Furthermore, this book is a wonderful resource for extended family and friends who want to learn about the physical and emotional struuggles in order to be understanding and supportive to their loved ones. I will continue to recommend this courageous and helpful book to anyone I encounter struggling with similar issues!

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Teri Hatfield

Honest and Informative

Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2008

Tiny Toes is a very open memoir of this couple's journey to become a family. Any woman who has experienced difficulty with pregnancy will appreciate knowing she is not alone in this emotionally entangled topic. Kelly Damron weaves helpful and eye-opening facts into her story of how her heartfelt journey affected her as a woman, wife and mother. Too often it's a subject couples don't think of addressing until knee-deep in the midst and this book may truly help avoid the feeling of being alone in the battle. Add to this is a chapter by her husband, Dave, which is a helpful glimpse inside the man's perspective. Whether you are a mom of preemies, multiples or in the struggle to arrive at motherhood, you'll find a special understanding here and appreciate Kelly's relating it to you as if you were best friends.

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P. M. Tsigdinos

Honest and Valuable Insights

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2009

Kelly Damron does a great service by sharing the difficulties and tradeoffs that many couples face on their road to parenthood. Too often the hardships associated with fertility treatments are glossed over. The hard reality and dedication necessary to achieve a successful outcome cannot be overstated. Tiny Toes makes the point that when it comes to reproductive matters, it's not always a sure thing right out of the gate, and difficulties remain even after pregnancy is achieved. Kelly's honesty is refreshing and valuable.

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Blythe S. Lipman

A Truly Amazing Book!

Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2008

What a wonderful, insightful book. Kelly and Dave's honesty brought tears to my eyes. I read this book in one day as I couldn't put it down. The detailed explanation of the many procedures helped me fully understand the day to day stress these parents had to endure. The strength of these parents and little girls was truly amazing. The emotional journey coupled with the growth, understanding and gratitude should be applauded!
Great sharing and great writing! I wish Dave,Kelly, Kayley and Ashley many years of Good Health, Happiness and Lots of Fun Adventures!

Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2008

Kelly Damron's book Tiny Toes is a must read for everyone. We all know couples who struggle with infertility and the challenges surrounding this issue. Tiny Toes is very educational, entertaining and enlightening. The specific infertility terms, methods and process were amazing to learn about. Kelly shared in such a realistic way her personal journey through this difficult and learning process. Once you begin reading you won't want to put it down! Like me you'll think of dozens of others who can benefit by this excellent book!

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Kristen Elnicky

An Inspiring Story of Hope

Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2008

Kelly's story provides an inner glimpse of the struggles of a family during infertility, premature birth, and depression that will touch anyone. Although it may be especially poignant for families that share this struggle, I was moved by Kelly's honesty and passion even though I have not had the same experiences. As a similar personality type, it was especially meaningful for me to understand the process Kelly went through to overcome her depression and how she found joy and hope through these adversities.

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