Childless Is Not Less

by Vicky Love

As my wife and I struggled with infertility a time ago, we came upon this practical and encouraging book for coping with childlessness. The author, Vicky Love, has written her story well. She is a childless wife of over 20 years, and she shares not only biblical insights, but medical advice and loving counsel for those who are experiencing the emotional pain of childlessness. We identified with her because she had been there, yet, any outsider, whether they be family, friends, business associates, pastor, priest, needs to read this book, too. For the most part, it is a guide to spiritual and emotional health for those who do not have children and who may feel disappointed with themselves, with their mates, or even with God. Some of the chapter titles -When the Quiver is Empty -Frustration with Infertility -Coping with Hoping -Good Grief -The Single Non-Parent -Partnership in Process -Couples in Crisis -Affirming Families -Happy Mother's Day! -The Church and the Childless There are more chapters, to be sure, with the last chapters devoted to the "Possibilities" which can be sought in this journey. There is also a great bibliography and a list of organizations and publications for more help. This is a great resource, and read with care and love, and hopefully some who cares and loves for you.

216 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1984

Reviews

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this back before we conceived our first. It was a long road. This book helped to bring a peace and make the *possibility* of remaining childless more comfortable. Furthermore, this is a good read to gain insight into the lives of those who are childless not by choice.

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

My mother's coworker leant this book to me and I found it very insightful. Love shares the spiritual and emotional battles faced by singles, couples, and extended families.