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Holding Avery Paperback – June 16, 2014

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When her otherwise healthy, even idyllic, first pregnancy ends in the sudden and terrible stillbirth of daughter Avery, Heidi Chandler and her husband are left at a total loss. Looking into Avery’s perfect face, one that never cooed or cried, Heidi realizes how much her life has changed. Holding Avery is a raw exploration of life after the death of a child. Heidi Chandler unapologetically recounts her heartache — the fears and doubts that come with knowing she is a mother but without a child to care for. The unabashed honesty of her grief will resonate with anyone who has experienced loss and found that the question why? may always go unanswered. But Heidi learns that moving through the tragedy is not impossible.
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Heidi Chandler grew up in Michigan and now lives with her family North Texas. Holding Avery is her first book.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Holding Avery (June 16, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1849823049
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1849823043
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.54 x 8.5 inches
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A northern Michigan native transplanted deep in the heart of Texas, Chandler holds degrees in journalism and secondary education from Michigan State University. Chandler currently lives in the Fort Worth area with her husband, two sons, and two spoiled rotten rescue dogs.

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Megan
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020
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I couldn't put this book down. Heidi, your book and your daughter Avery have given me hope after the longest, most painful, 3+ months of my life. My baby boy was stillborn at full term, 38 weeks, on April 29. I am SO thankful to have found your book, you have validated all of my feelings and I felt like you were speaking directly to me in the things you did, said, and felt after Avery was born/ died. Thank you SO MUCH for having the courage to share your story. You have helped me tremendously! I could go on and on, thank you ❤❤❤
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Nikki Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read regardless of your situation!
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015
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Although I couldn't entirely relate to this book as I've never lost a child to stillbirth, I was pregnant & delivered my daughter born alive just a week after Avery was born. It saddened me to think as I was experiencing the best days of my life as a new mom, you were at your worst. I am happy to read that you now have 2 boys to fill your life with joy! I hope this read helps another mother cope with her unforeseen tragedy.
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Aj
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2019
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Very well written book! Shed a few buckets of tears😭 I got so into it i finished the book within 24 hours.
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J.
4.0 out of 5 stars A great beginning!
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2021
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Overall the book was great! There were few parts after her major event that got kind of uninteresting but overall a really intriguing read.
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zinnia blue
5.0 out of 5 stars I am in awe
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2014
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I am in awe of Heidi. She is one of the kindest, most courageous, most hilarious people I've ever known. Yes, I actually know her. I'm lucky to call her my friend. I'm so filled with love as I turn the last page of her story & I'm so damn proud of her for writing it.
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CiCi
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book about a heavy topic
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2015
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This is a great book for anyone who enjoys memoirs. At times it's very funny and at times it's very sad, but I found the honesty refreshing and it really helped me understand what the author went through. Be warned - if you buy this book buy some tissues along with it.
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Brad
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for those seeking closure.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2019
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Really brought my wife comfort. Truly a powerful story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Honest
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2016
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What a heart-breaking memoir. The author was so honest in her descriptions of grief. A wonderful read, but get ready for some tears.
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HelenJB
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you for sharing your experience
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 29, 2018
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This book was recommended to me by a friend who recently had a stillborn little boy. I thought it was a really interesting read and the author conveys her emotion well, whilst managing a bit of dark humour! I’d recommend it to anyone who has been touched by baby loss in their life.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An honest a realistic account
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2017
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After my triplets passed away in August and friend recommended this book.

I couldn't put it down despite shedding tears throughout.

It validated every raw emotion I was feeling. It didn't sugar coat the loss of a baby. I would recommend this book to anyone
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 8, 2017
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I've read several books about still birth after I lost my daughter two months ago. This is by far the closest and most beautifully written.
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