Heart Child - book by Cathrine Wichmand

Heart Child - book by Cathrine Wichmand, a personal story about fertility treatment, ICSI and involuntary infertility

Heart Child - a book by Cathrine Wichmand, which is aimed at those of you who are undergoing fertility treatment, have been in treatment or are a relative of someone undergoing treatment.

"There was a time when I wanted a spring child. Then a summer child. And then just a child."

Heart child is an honest and personal book about fertility treatment, hope, grief and love. A story about the longing for a child – and about how involuntary infertility can leave its mark on the body, the relationship and life.

When Cathrine Widunok Wichmand and her husband decided they were ready to become parents, they thought it would happen quickly. Instead, it took two years of negative pregnancy tests, fertility treatment, and a year of ICSI before their son was finally born.

Heart child provides an honest insight into the emotional journey through fertility treatment – told with both vulnerability, humor and hope.

A book about fertility and love

Heart Child is an autobiographical story about holding on to love when the dream of a child fills everything.

The book depicts both the practical and emotional aspects of fertility treatment and shows how hope, helplessness, love and grief can exist side by side.

It is a book for those of you who are in the middle of fertility treatment, have experienced involuntary infertility, or want a greater understanding of what many couples go through.

Written by Cathrine Widunok Wichmand

Hjertebarn is written by Cathrine Widunok Wichmand – author, entrepreneur and founder of Flow Intimates.

With her journalistic background and personal experience, she conveys a story that many have reflected on since the book's publication in 2022.

Product information

• Title: Heart child

• Author: Cathrine Widunok Wichmand

• Language: Danish

• Number of pages: 240

• Release date: September 5, 2022

Who is the book for?

Heart Child is written for you, as:

• are undergoing fertility treatment or IVF/ICSI

• experiencing involuntary infertility

• are a relative of someone who is struggling to have children

• wants an honest story about fertility, hope and love

• looking for a meaningful gift for someone in the middle of fertility treatment

A book that reminds us that behind every fertility journey there are people, relationships, and dreams.

Frequently asked questions

What is Heart Child about?

Hjertebarn is an autobiographical book about fertility treatment, IVF and involuntary infertility. It tells the story of the longing for a child and how the fertility process affects both the individual and the relationship.

Is the book based on real experiences?

Yes. Hjertebarn is based on Cathrine Widunok Wichmand's own experiences with fertility treatment and the desire to become a mother.

Who would enjoy reading the book?

The book is for anyone who is or has been in fertility treatment, is experiencing involuntary infertility, or wants greater insight into the subject. It is also an ideal gift for a friend, partner, or family member who is in the middle of a fertility process.

Is Heart Child only relevant for women?

No. Although the story is written from Cathrine's perspective, it is also about the relationship and the feelings that both partners may experience during fertility treatment.

What language is the book written in?

Hjertebarn is published in Danish. You can also listen to it as an audiobook.