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The American Fertility Association’s Monthly Newsletter

Aug 29 , 2008

SUPPORT SERVICES

Chat Series

Ask questions from the privacy of your own home or office and get them answered -- in real time -- by top experts about specific topics important to you. From the latest advancement in fertility drugs to holistic healing, from adoption to IVF and virtually any and every other topic you can think of, our Weekly Online Chats are the place to be!

Choosing your Adoption Path
September 3, 2008 - Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Sara Lively, M.S.Ed.

Topic – TBD
September 24, 2008 - Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Michael Levy, M.D.

For more information on our chat series click here!

Discussion Forums

Thanks to our Web Angels The AFA Discussion Forums are taking off! Web Angels are top experts in fertility and adoption who respond to your typed questions and concerns. To get started click here where you can sign up and ask away!

Support Groups

Over 40 In-Person Support Groups
This group is for women over 40 who feel isolated and want support from other women struggling with similar fertility issues.

When:	Every Other Monday
Time:	7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where:	The Upper West Side of Manhattan
Cost:	$30 per session

For more information and to register contact: Joan Winograd, LCSW Joanwino@aol.com or 212.362.4003

New York City Women's Mind/Body In-Person Infertility Support Groups

This group is for women who would like to experience a Mind/Body approach for lowering stress while increasing resilience, wellness and optimism.

When:	Tuesday Evenings (Thursday group may be offered in the near future)
Time:	1 1/2 hour session (Actual time TBD)
Where:	Meets near the Union Square area at a 5th Ave. location.
Cost:	This group is low-cost and can be considered a medically-related deduction. Depending on your insurance, you may receive some reimbursement.

For more information and to register contact Izetta Siegal Stern, LCSW, BCD, at ISiegalStern@aol.com or 212.691.1266 or 212.242.0624

West Coast In-Person Support Groups

This group is for couples and individuals looking for information on egg donation, working on a third party, choosing single parenting, and creating a successful surrogate arrangement. This group also provides support for gay and lesbian parenting.

Where:	Groups will be offered in Orange County and Los Angeles
When:	Call for meeting dates
Time:	1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m
Cost:	$30 individual; $40 per couple

For further information and to register contact Elaine R. Gordon, PhD at (310) 454-0502 or Ellen Speyer, MA, MS, MFT at (949) 252-1525

Telephone Coaching Groups

TBD.

For an entire, updated listed of our Support Groups Click Here!

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