Warrior: Battling infertility - staying sane while trying to conceive

by Tori Day

Ever had to leave the room when someone announces their pregnancy?

Ever felt like weeing on sticks is your only hobby?

Wondered if you’re losing your mind?

Then this book is for you.

Tori takes us with her on her roller coaster journey to conceive. She documents the highs and lows with complete candour, striking self-awareness and a sense of humour. Hope prevails throughout the crushing monthly disappointment, the medical appointments, the setbacks and the waiting. Oh, the waiting.

Full of tears, laughter and told with love.

*10% of proceeds go to Fertility Network UK - the national charity for anyone with fertility problems*

218 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 10, 2019

About the author

I live in West Yorkshire with my husband, my grown-up step daughter and my babies, aged five and two.

I’ve been writing stories from as soon as I could write. As a child, I'd staple together pieces of paper and turn them into books to inflict on willing family members and not so willing friends. When I struggled to get pregnant with my first daughter, I found myself reaching for a pen and paper. My journal became my companion throughout my journey to conceive and eventually formed the basis for my first book, Warrior.

I've since been humbled by the many messages I've received from readers, saying that my book resonated and helped them.

Infertility is a subject close to my heart, and I'll continue to be an active campaigner for better support for those struggling with infertility.

In my second book and first fiction novel, The Unchosen Life, I explore what comes next for those who don't manage to get pregnant, stay pregnant or have babies. I think it's important to raise the subject and give the many women who don't get the happy ending they long for, something to relate to.

Reviews

[Jenan · Rating 4 out of 5]

First and foremost, I just wanted to say to anyone who is dealing with infertility, you might’ve heard this before but I just wanted to say that you’re not alone. You might feel like you are while dealing with a difficult thing like infertility but you’re truly not alone, and this book made me realize that. @tori, you truly are a warrior for what you’ve been through and I’m so glad you decided to share your story. This book was a roller coaster of emotions for me, it’s a really wonderful and helpful book for women who are TTC.

[Grace Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 Warrior by @toridaywarrior
What an amazing book. It’s a book that I think everyone should read wether you are battling infertility or not, to get more of an understanding of how it feels for someone who is. The amount of times I have been asked if I am going to have another baby because I am so good with kids I have lost count of. I luckily had my daughter young and didn’t find out that I had fertility problems (pcos) until after. Tori is so strong to share her story with us if you are looking for your next read make it #warrior.

[Sophs 🫶🏻 Ellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely incredible book. A definite must read for those who are struggling with fertility issues. This book & Tori's story definitely helped me to feel less alone in my own fertility struggles. Tori is most definitely an amazingly strong woman & the fact that she's shared her story to help others is just so inspiring. Xx

[Krystyna Nelson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn’t expect this story to be diary entries, I’d have loved more fertility world stuff early on, but quickly came to feel comforted by this book and Tori’s story. Sharing the highs and low of fertility with a real life perspective that it’s not plain sailing and you have to dig really bloody deep when wading through the trenches.

Thanks for making me feel less alone Tori 🌈

[michelle murrin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like reading a page from my own thoughts

So truthfully written. Inspiring woman having the guts to share her story. Your book made me feel less alone on this TTC journey. Thank you xxx

[Jess Mackay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Today I realised I wasn't pregnant. Again. I felt crushed and was desperately searching google for answers when I came across this book. I read it in one session and instantly felt less alone and validated. Thank you for writing this book. I feel better armed and inspired to go on with the journey.

[Jackie Eddie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful touching story