The American Fertility Association

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The American Fertility Association’s Monthly Newsletter

June 27, 2007

NEW YORK CITY WOMEN’S IN-PERSON MIND/BODY SUPPORT GROUPS

A few spaces are available for this unique group

Connect with other women who are going through a similar journey.
Experience an array of Mind/Body techniques that increase resilience, optimism and a sense of wellness.
Discover the power and benefits of mutual support.

Group is meeting at 85 Fifth Ave. (near Union Square)
Facilitated by Izetta Siegal Stern, LCSW, BCD, AFA Support Group Leader and Coach. Call Izetta at 212-691-1266 or
e-mail ISiegalStern@aol.com

This group is low-cost and can be considered a medical deduction.

Since l986, Ms. Stern has counseled women and couples facing fertility challenges. She has been a support group facilitator in the reproductive field for many years. As a speaker at national fertility conferences, she has presented on topics including a Mind/Body approach to supporting fertility, resolving partner differences in family building and dealing with pregnancy loss.

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WEST COAST PROGRAMS

Four Seminars Offered

EGG DONATION: WORKING WITH A THIRD PARTY
CHOOSING SINGLE PARENTING
CREATING A SUCCESSFUL SURROGATE ARRANGEMENT
GAY AND LESBIAN PARENTING

The American Fertility Association is sponsoring separate discussion groups for patients considering alternative family building options. The emotional, medical and practical aspects of each of these arrangements will be explored, such that prospective parents can make an informed decision about whether these plans are the “right” choice for them.

Elaine R. Gordon, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in reproductive medicine. She has worked in the field for twenty years helping individuals and couples build families through non-traditional options. She is the author of “Mommy, Did I Grow in Your Tummy? Where some Babies Come From”.

Ellen Speyer, M.A., M.S., MFT. is a psychotherapist with twenty years with working with assisted reproduction, pregnancy loss, surrogacy, and adoption. She is a retired Chair of the Education Committee for the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Location: Groups will be offered both in Orange County and Los Angeles
Dates: Call for meeting dates	Phone: (310) 454-0502 or (949) 252-1525
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m	Fee: $30 individual; $40 per couple
*Group Size Limited, Reservations Required*

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The American Fertility Association, 305 Madison Avenue Suite 449, New York NY 10165.
Support Line: 888-917-3777. Fax: 718-601-7722. www.theafa.org