Books & Gifts
When people experience infertility, it is such a difficult time for them and their loved ones. During challenging times, often people don't know what to say or do. If you want to be inspired and find hope along your journey through infertility, do yourself or your loved one a favor and purchase a copy of Detours: Unexpected Journeys of Hope Conceived from Infertility. You will learn how to navigate the infertility maze, cope with the stress of treatment, balance your career and infertility, gain support when you need it most, view your challenges through a different lens, hold on to hope against all odds, find your resolution and regain happiness.
If you'd like to support a friend or family member, please consider purchasing a JOURNEY OF HOPE wristband, one of my In-Fertility & Friendship support greeting cards or any other Journey of Hope gifts I have created, some of which are custom-made just for the recipient. My Journey of Hope gifts are unique and will serve as a reminder of your love and support. The cards are just perfect for letting your loved ones know you are thinking of them during their difficult time. I have created cards for people going through IVF, ISCI, embryo transfers of any kind, adoption, when spouses are traveling, generic medical procedures, and much more. A portion of the proceeds from Detours and the wristbands will be donated to RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association. Thank you in advance for your purchase. Together we can make a difference!
Book cover of Detours: Unexpected Journeys of Hope Conceived from Infertility. #1 BESTSELLER on AMAZON!
Gifts
During the pandemic I needed a find a new hobby so I taught myself how to create soft pastel paintings by watching YouTube videos. I am able to custom design a painting especially for you. I specialize in creating nursery paintings for all the members of my support group who have finally welcomed a little one of their own into their families. I invite you to scroll through the of my artwork in the gallery below. If you or someone you know would love to commission a pastel painting of mine, it would be an honor and a privilege to create something just for YOU!
JOURNEY OF HOPE Wristbands
wristbands for $2.00
The JOURNEY OF HOPE wristbands remind you that you are not alone. At times on your journey, your direction will be clear, but other times you may find yourself on uncertain detours. The sky blue and white colors of the wristbands represent those "partly cloudy, partly clear" times. As you face the twists and turns on your journey, the compass symbol will help guide you to your destination, whatever that may be.
Available for only $2.00 a piece, a wristband makes a perfect gift for a loved one who is struggling with infertility. Recipients are sure to be touched by your thoughtfulness and reminded of your support, as they navigate their infertility detour.
A portion of the proceeds from the sales of Detours and wristbands will go to RESOLVE National Infertility Association, to further support those who desperately want to have a family.
To order wristbands or cards, please email Sue Johnston: sjohnstonadvoacate@gmail.com
Calendars are essential when on an infertility detour. I've created one to hopefully provide inspiration and even a little bit of humor while you are going through your treatment. The calendar consists of 12 different card photos, one for each month of the year and the "Leap of Faith" image for the front cover of the calendar. Please click on the images to scroll through the calendar. All images were imagined by Sue Johnston and created by Madeleine Kimble. Calendars are $19.99 + tax and shipping. For more details, email Sue Johnston: sjohnstonadvocate@gmail.com
Click on Calendar below to scroll through and see all twelve months.
CUSTOM DESIGNED SUPPORT PASTEL PAINTINGS:
If you would like to give a gift of support to someone you know and love, I am happy to paint something personal for you. This is an example of one of my pastel paintings for a woman in my support group. She finally had a “Rainbow Baby” after she suffered two miscarriages. Please contact me and I will be happy to customize a painting just for you.
Pricing negotiable.
Journey of Hope Custom-Made shirt. Email for details.
This Detours t-shirt captures the image of the cover of the book. We are a community walking hand-in-hand on the infertility journey. You will never be alone when you are wearing this t-shirt. Shirt is $24.99 + tax and shipping. Email Sue Johnston for details: sjohnstonadvocate@gmail.com
Cosmetic Bag
If you'd like a smaller "Detours-inspired" bag created by Janet Blackwell, why not purchase this wonderful cosmetic bag. This bag will go anywhere you go and remind you that you are not alone on your journey.
Dimensions: 6-1/2 x 8-1/2"
Cost: $25
Email: sjohnstonadvocate@gmail.com for ordering details.
In-Fertility & Friendship Infertility Support Greeting Cards
Scroll through to see all greeting cards available for purchase $4.95
I was inspired to create my In-Fertility & Friendship greeting cards during the production phase of Detours. There are so many support cards for people during their pregnancies and after their deliveries, but very few, if any, greeting cards to support the infertility community.
I imagined different scenarios where people would be needing support during their infertility journeys. I came up with the fun verbiage and ideas for the characters and settings for each card.
My dear friend and artist of Detours, Madeleine Kimble, illustrated my ideas for the cards through the graphics art program she uses on her computer. Cards are $4.95 a piece and are perfect to send to someone who is trying to build their family.
My dear friend and artist, Madeleine Kimble. www.ByMadeleineKimble.com
Custom-made Detours Hat
This adorable Detours hat is custom-made and hand embroidered especially for you. The fleur- de-lis is the symbol at the top of the compass on the title page in Detours. May this hat help you navigate your infertility journey until you reach your resolution. Hat $24.99 + tax and shipping. For more details, please email Sue Johnston: sjohnstonadvocate@gmail.com
Tote Bag
This spacious "Detours-inspired" tote bag was created by artist, Janet Blackwell, especially for Sue Johnston. You can carry your bag from work, to the gym, to the doctor's office and be reminded that your TTC sisterhood is supporting you 100%. This tote bag will make an exceptional gift for anyone on her fertility journey and the recipient will surely appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Dimensions: 16" x 16" with a 32" handle
Cost: $50
Email: sjohnstonadvocate@gmail.com for ordering details.