The Fertility Book

The Fertility Book

Author: Adam Balen

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2021-09-16

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 1473555612

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'This book is an absolute game-changer' - Dr Xand Van Tulleken 'Everyone concerned about their fertility should read this book' - Dr Raj Mathur, Chair of the British Fertility Society The book you can trust to help you achieve a healthy pregnancy. Whether you are trying for a baby now or preparing for a family in future, The Fertility Book is the no-nonsense guide you need to help you to optimize your chances of a healthy pregnancy. World-renowned fertility consultant Adam Balen and reproductive biologist Grace Dugdale dispel the myths in this comprehensive guide to reproductive health, explaining in easy-to-understand terms the genetic and lifestyle factors at play. They take an honest look at the evidence for both conventional and alternative approaches, equipping you with powerful tools to improve your chances of a natural conception and an understanding of how to create the best environment for a healthy pregnancy. If you do decide to seek help through assisted conception, this book will be with you every step of the way, explaining what treatments are available and how to approach them, so that you can come to an informed decision about what is right for you. Professor Adam Balen and Grace Dugdale have decades of experience helping couples on their journey to conception and beyond. Now in this, their first book for a general readership, they explain everything you need to know to understand your own fertility.


Taking Charge of Your Fertility

Taking Charge of Your Fertility

Author: Toni Weschler

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2015-07-14

Total Pages: 529

ISBN-13: 0062409913

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This new edition for the twentieth anniversary of the groundbreaking national bestseller provides all the information you need to monitor your menstrual cycle—along with updated information on the latest reproductive technologies Are you unhappy with your current method of birth control? Or demoralized by your quest to have a baby? Do you experience confusing signs and symptoms at various times in your cycle? This invaluable resource provides the answers to your questions while giving you amazing insights into your body. Taking Charge of Your Fertility has helped literally hundreds of thousands of women avoid pregnancy naturally, maximize their chances of getting pregnant, or simply gain better control of their gynecological and sexual health. Toni Weschler thoroughly explains the empowering Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), which in only a couple of minutes a day allows you to: Enjoy highly effective and scientifically proven birth control without chemicals or devices Maximize your chances of conception before you see a doctor or resort to invasive high-tech options Expedite your fertility treatment by quickly identifying impediments to pregnancy achievement Gain control and a true understanding of your gynecological and sexual health This new edition includes: A fully revised and intuitive charting system A selection of personalized master charts for birth control, pregnancy achievement, breastfeeding, and menopause An expanded sixteen-page color insert that reflects the book’s most important concepts Six brand-new chapters on topics including balancing hormones naturally, preserving your future fertility, and three medical conditions all women should be aware of


My Pregnancy Guide

My Pregnancy Guide

Author: Attilio D'Alberto

Publisher: Attilio D'Alberto

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 1916214231

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My Pregnancy Guide is based on my 20 years clinical experience in helping women during pregnancy and the latest scientific evidence sourced from over 750 research studies. This self-help guide blends modern fact-based research together with the ancient theories of Chinese medicine to deliver a powerful and concise understanding of pregnancy and labour. My Pregnancy Guide explains what to expect in pregnancy, problems you may experience and what to do about them, the impact of COVID-19, an optimal pregnancy diet, supplements to take, pregnancy for dads and how to reduce your baby’s chances to developing autism. It explains what tests you can have and the various dangers to your baby and how to avoid them, from chemicals in the environment, in foods, cosmetics and household products to pollution, plastics, heavy metals and pharmaceutical drugs. Advice is given on how to minimise your baby miscarrying or developing any abnormalities and how you can enhance your health for optimal breast-milk production and post labour health. In-depth explanations are given on how to optimise your lifestyle from exercising, work, sleep to clothing, footwear and even baths versus showers all based on the latest cutting-edge research together with the tried and tested theories of Chinese medicine. Week by week explanations on how your baby is growing is given along with advice on how to enhance your baby’s development. A large range of supplements are listed to improve mother and baby's health. Based on the latest scientific research, My Pregnancy Guide also explains how to deal with various pregnancy problems that may develop from gestational diabetes, preeclampsia to constipation and slow baby growth. Explanations are given on the stages of labour and how to prepare for each step. Fact-based research is given advising on going over 40 weeks and how to prepare for labour, treat a breech baby, pain relief options and acupressure points to encourage labour and a reduction in labour pain. A large range of natural herbs are given to help reduce miscarriage and aid labour. Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto has been supporting women in pregnancy and labour since 2004, from those who fell pregnant naturally to those that conceived with IVF. This book is a treasure-trove of information that is invaluable to all women who are pregnant. ”I safely delivered a baby boy. I defiantly feel he helped to reduce the pain too, as I felt ready to give birth all over again the next day”-Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto - Bachelor of Medicine (Beijing), BSc (Hons) TCM


The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility

The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility

Author: Mark P. Trolice

Publisher: Harvard Common Press

Published: 2020-01-07

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1558329587

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Give yourself the best-possible odds for getting pregnant and having a baby with this concise, expert, and encouraging companion as your guide! In the only general guide to infertility written by a medical doctor who specializes in the subject, Mark Trolice, MD—who is board-certified in both OB/GYN and REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility)—shares the practical knowledge he has gained from working in infertility medicine for years, with many hundreds of patients, alongwith the warmth and wisdom he has acquired from getting to know prospective parents from all kind of backgrounds. The journey from infertility to fertility, from childlessness to a brand-new baby, can be long and arduous. It involves complicated medical diagnoses, a wide range of treatment options, a host of potential lifestyle changes, lots of emotional ups and downs, and—even with the best medical insurance—challenging financial decisions. Your doctors cannot decide everything for you, and that is why an authoritative and comprehensive book, written in clear and understandable language for the layperson, is essential. This is that book. The book opens with an exploration of all the possible causes of infertility, covering both couples who have never been pregnant and ones who have had recurrent losses of pregnancies. Unique among infertility guides, this volume gives roughly equal weight to male and female causes, which is important because about 40% of infertility cases are due to men's issues—and some couples need to address issues in both the prospective mother and prospective father. It covers endometriosis, fibroids, POS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), tubal factor, male factor, and other possible causes. Next it looks at your treatment options. Importantly, these are not just medical interventions, but they also include lifestyle changes you alone can make, involving sleep, diet, exercise, and other forms of self-care. Among medical options, IUI (Intrauterine Insemination), IVF (In Vitro Fertilization), and various surgical procedures are covered in detail. Some couples are lucky to have a short journey to fertility. For others, the process takes years. With a gentle and sure hand, and non-judgmentally, Dr. Trolice guides you through the many decisions you need to make along the way, such as whether or not to continue treatments, whether to change practitioners or treatments, and whether it is a good idea to continue to spend money on procedures not covered by your insurance. He understands that these are emotionally weighty decisions that involve the future of your family, and he provides ample grounds for optimism and hope, empowering you as you take this journey.


Fertility Walk

Fertility Walk

Author: Tamara Tobias

Publisher: Shine Press

Published: 2016-03-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781682223215

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Truthfully, the trail we follow through infertility is not an easy one. We will stumble and fall, meander at times, and occasionally skip with joy. The key is that you will not be alone and you won't be without your walking tools; the following chapters are meant to serve as your compass, map, and mile markers. And me? Well, I'm your walking partner. As we take this walk together, my ultimate intention for you is to find HOPE . . . Hope to alleviate fears and uncertainties Hope that you move forward on your journey Hope that your dreams will come true Hope that you will find peace within yourself Let's go take a walk . . .


The Complete Guide to Fertility Awareness

The Complete Guide to Fertility Awareness

Author: Jane Knight

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-11-03

Total Pages: 566

ISBN-13: 1317654218

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Fertility Awareness is key to understanding sexual and reproductive health at all life stages. It can be used to either plan or avoid pregnancy. Fertility Awareness Methods (FAMs) are highly effective when motivated couples are taught by trained practitioners. These methods are in demand for ecological, medical, cultural, religious and moral reasons. The ability to control fertility naturally is a lifestyle choice. The Complete Guide to Fertility Awareness provides the science and methodology suitable for health professionals and a general audience. It covers reproductive physiology and the fertility indicators: temperature, cervical secretions and cycle length calculations. It explores ways to optimise conception and to manage conception delays. Case studies and self-assessment exercises are included throughout. The book addresses the scientific credibility of new technologies including fertility apps, home test kits, monitors and devices. The Complete Guide to Fertility Awareness offers: evidence-based information for general practitioners, practice nurses, school nurses, midwives, sexual health doctors and nurses a unique perspective on subfertility for gynaecologists and fertility nurses an authoritative source of reference for medical, nursing and midwifery students a straightforward and practical reference for new and experienced FAM users the core text for the FertilityUK Advanced Skills Course in Fertility Awareness


Mayo Clinic Guide to Fertility and Conception

Mayo Clinic Guide to Fertility and Conception

Author: Jani R. Jensen

Publisher: RosettaBooks

Published: 2018-06-24

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 0795346018

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A helpful medical reference on conceiving and maintaining pregnancy from the Mayo Clinic, #1 on US News & World Report’s 2020-2021 Best Hospitals Honor Roll. Deciding to start or build a family is a life-changing decision. Once the decision is made, there’s a whole new set of unknowns—including whether the journey will be easy or difficult. How can you increase your chances of becoming pregnant? What health and lifestyle changes should you make to have a healthy pregnancy? And if you’re struggling to become pregnant, what medical treatments are available? Where can you get emotional support if you can’t get pregnant or if you’ve had a miscarriage? And when is enough? The fertility experts at Mayo Clinic offer answers to these questions and more. Through the pages of this book, they’ll guide you through the process of trying for—and achieving—a successful pregnancy. You’ll also hear throughout the book from couples and individuals who have struggled to have a family. For a variety of reasons—health conditions, unexplained infertility, or life circumstances—getting pregnant or deciding to have a family was difficult for them. These personal stories are to let you know that you’re not alone in your journey, and to give you hope that with time and patience, pregnancy is often possible. From lifestyle and dietary recommendations to understanding your ovulatory cycle to medications and procedures that can improve fertility, this book is a comprehensive source of answers from “one of the most reliable, respected health resources that Americans have” (Publishers Weekly).


Be Fruitful

Be Fruitful

Author: Victoria Maizes

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2013-02-05

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1451645481

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From an internationally recognized integrative physician, a thorough guide to fertility that encompasses all aspects of female well-being to help women prepare their bodies for easy conception, pregnancy, and the delivery of healthy babies. The increase in environmental toxins, processed foods, and stress, as well as the advancing ages at which couples seek to have children, have made it more difficult for women to conceive. In Be Fruitful, Dr. Victoria Maizes, an expert on women’s health and the executive director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, delivers all the information women and their partners need in order to conceive with ease and confidence, and to bear healthy children. Warm, friendly, and hands-on, Be Fruitful offers a comprehensive self-assessment to help identify any potential physical, emotional, and practical roadblocks that may interfere with conception, as well as clear and easy-to-follow dietary, supplemental, and exercise recommendations proven to increase optimal fertility. Dr. Maizes details how nutrition, mind-body practices, elimination of environmental toxins, and traditional Chinese medicine can all contribute to a successful pregnancy. Unique in its integrative approach, Be Fruitful acknowledges that wellness comes from caring for the entire person—not just the physical body—a crucial factor for the countless women trying to conceive and committed to transforming their overall health.


Your Fertility Program: The East/West Guide to Maximum Fertility

Your Fertility Program: The East/West Guide to Maximum Fertility

Author: Dr Maureen Rozenn

Publisher: Fastpencil Incorporated

Published: 2014-04

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781619331983

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Your Fertility Program presents a holistic approach to fertility enhancement. Explaining the science behind cutting-edge Western reproductive techniques and time honored Oriental medical physiology and therapies, this book distills a wide range of options into clear, practical, user-friendly information, relevant at every step of your fertility journey. In these pages, women and men will discover an opportunity to create a comprehensive fertility program that corresponds with their age, Western diagnosis and personal beliefs. The path to fertility varies with every individual. Your Fertility Program combines the goal of pregnancy with improved health and vitality. Dr. Maureen Rozenn, LAC, DAOM, FABORM Dr. Rozenn has practiced Oriental Medicine for over a decade, giving thousands of fertility enhancement treatments to men and women. She was the first female Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine to become certified in Oriental Reproductive Medicine. She has spent the last ten years teaching in Five Branches University's Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine program. Over the last five years, she has been invited by different universities to teach fertility enhancement protocols as part of their Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine programs. She is a member of several associations including: the Coalition for improving Maternity Services, the American Pregnancy Association, RESOLVE of Northern California, Norcal Fertility Group and Santa Cruz Birth Network. Dr. Rozenn's medical practice, Endless Possibilities Acupuncture, is located in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, California. For more information about her and her fertility-centered clinic, visit AcupunctureSantaCruz.net.


My Fertility Guide

My Fertility Guide

Author: Attilio D'Alberto

Publisher: Attilio D'Alberto

Published: 2019-07-17

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1916013821

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My Fertility Guide is based on the latest scientific evidence sourced from over 350 research studies. This self-help guide blends modern fact-based research together with the ancient theories of Chinese medicine to deliver a powerful and concise understanding of natural conception. This book contains a lot of in-depth information which will greatly increase your chances of having a baby. By following my simple advice you too can fall pregnant naturally like the thousands of people I have treated. In my experience treating different types of infertility, I’ve found that people require a lot more in-depth information than is often provided in other fertility books. I’ve therefore tried my best to include as much detailed information as possible in my guide, but in a concise and easy-to-understand way. My Fertility Guide explains the menstrual cycle, when ovulation occurs, how to know when you are your most fertile and the best time to try and conceive. It also outlines the various causes of male and female infertility and how to avoid them, from chemicals in the environment, in food, cosmetics and household products to pollution, plastics, heavy metals, pharmaceutical drugs and electromagnetic waves (EMWs). In-depth explanations are given on how to optimise your lifestyle from exercising, work, sleep to clothing, footwear and even baths versus showers all based on the latest cutting-edge research together with the tried and tested theories of Chinese medicine. In addition, Chinese medical imbalances are explained and how you can find yours and fix it to improve your fertility. Pre and post-ovulation fertility diet plans (seeding) are given to enhance hormone levels to maximise natural conception. A vast range of supplement advice sourced from fact-based research is given that can improve both male and female fertility, regulate your hormone levels and increase egg and sperm quality to enhance your fertility potential. Based on the latest scientific research, My Fertility Guide explains how to deal with infertility problems such as irregular menstrual cycles, unexplained infertility, irregular FSH levels, poor egg quality (low AMH levels), endometriosis, PCOS and poor sperm motility and morphology. Advice on aiding natural conception is given based upon research evidence of the beneficial effects of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines. Further advice is given on the use of western medical treatments to enhance natural conception, such as ovulation drugs and intra-uterine insemination (IUI). Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto has been treating couples with infertility since 2004, from those with simple to complex fertility issues and has a vast array of knowledge that he delivers in My Fertility Guide. This book is a treasure-trove of information that is invaluable to all couples trying to have a baby. Available in paperback, Kindle and audiobook. Also available in French and German languages. “My husband and I have been trying for a baby for six years... We started a course of acupuncture and a new diet...Then, to my surprise, within six weeks I found out I was pregnant!”- Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto - Bachelor of Medicine (Beijing), BSc (Hons) TCM