Download or read book What to Do When You Can t Get Pregnant written by Daniel Potter and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete guide to all the options for couples facing fertility issues, now revised and updated Newsweek praised What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant for guiding readers through "the medical maze" of infertility treatments. In this completely revised and updated edition, world renowned fertility expert Dr. Daniel A. Potter and journalist Jennifer Hanin have revised their step-by-step guide to walk readers through their best options for conception and birth. Updates include: Advances in natural products for women New supplements, medications, and treatment protocols Advice from leading experts on all areas of infertility treatment The latest in egg freezing, vitrification, gender selection, and genetic testing The future of IVF and reproductive medicine Drawing on the latest science, Potter and Hanin offer sound advice for choosing the right doctor, asking the right questions, and living a healthy, fertile lifestyle. Complete with advice on how to handle the frustrations of not being able to conceive, What to Do When You Can't Get Pregnant remains a couple's best guide to making informed decisions about fertility issues.

Download or read book How to Get Pregnant written by Sherman J. Silber and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2009-11-29 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete update of a classic. Dr. Silber is the preeminent expert in the field of male and female fertility problems. He has appeared on "Oprah, the "Today show, Good Morning America, ABC's World News Tonight, Nightline, and was featured on Discovery Health's documentary program on infertility, "The Baby Lab, and many other national programs. The media world will eagerly welcome Dr. Silber to discuss the latest developments in infertility treatment.

Download or read book Getting Pregnant For Dummies written by Lisa A. Rinehart and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-03-04 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The hands-on guide that addresses the common barriers to achieving pregnancy and offers tips to maximize your potential for fertility For millions of people, starting a family is a lifelong dream. However, many face challenges in welcoming children into the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12% of women in the US from ages 15 to 44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant. A variety of factors exist that can contribute to infertility, such as ovulation disorders, uterine abnormalities, congenital defects, and a host of environmental and lifestyle considerations. But infertility is not just a female problem. For approximately 35% of couples with infertility, a male factor is identified along with a female factor, while in 8% of couples, a male factor is the only identifiable cause. Fortunately, there are many treatment options that offer hope. Getting Pregnant For Dummies discusses the difficulties related to infertility and offers up-to-date advice on the current methods and treatments to assist in conception. This easy-to-read guide will help you understand why infertility occurs, its contributing risk factors, and the steps to take to increase the chances of giving birth. From in vitro fertilization (IVF) to third party reproduction (donor sperm or eggs and gestational surrogacy) to lifestyle changes to understanding genetic information to insurance, legal and medication considerations, this bookcovers all the information you need to navigate your way to the best possible results. Packed with the latest information and new developments in medical technology, this book: Helps readers find real-life solutions to getting pregnant Covers the latest information on treatments for infertility for both women and men Offers advice on choosing the option best suited for an individual’s unique situation Explains the different types and possible causes of infertility issues Provides insight to genetic testing information Provides suggestions for lifestyle changes that help prepare for conception Getting Pregnant For Dummies is an indispensable guide for every woman trying to conceive and for men experiencing infertility issues.

Download or read book The Trying Game written by Amy Klein and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2020-04-07 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of “Fertility Diary” for the New York Times Motherlode blog comes a reassuring, no-nonsense guide to both the emotional and practical process of trying to get pregnant, written with the smarts, warmth, and honesty of a woman who has been in the trenches. “A compassionate, often funny, well-researched, and ultimately empowering guide.”—Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone There are so many ways to be Not Pregnant: You can be young, old, partnered, or unpartnered. Maybe you have endometriosis. Maybe you don’t have enough eggs or your partner doesn’t have enough sperm. Or maybe there’s nothing wrong except you’re Just. Not. Pregnant. Amy Klein has been there. Faced with fertility obstacles, she quickly became an expert. After nine rounds of IVF, four miscarriages, three acupuncturists, two rabbis, and one reproductive immunologist, she finally became a mother. And she wrote about it all for the New York Times Motherlode blog in her “Fertility Diary” column. Now, Amy has written the book she wishes she’d had when she was trying to get pregnant. With advice from medical experts as well as real women, she outlines your options every step of the way, from questions you should ask to advice on getting your mother-in-law to mind her own beeswax. In this comprehensive road map to infertility, you’ll find topics such as: • whether to freeze your eggs • finding (and affording) a clinic • what to expect during your first IVF cycle • baby envy—aka it’s okay to skip your friend’s shower • whether the alternative route—acupuncture, herbs, supplements—is for you • helpful tips, charts, and more! Empowering, compassionate, and down-to-earth, The Trying Game will show you what to expect when you’re not expecting with heart and humanity when you need it the most.

Download or read book Conception Secrets written by Shelly Weber-Tompkin and published by . This book was released on 2024-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Just because you haven't gotten pregnant (yet) doesn't mean you can't. If your heart breaks a little every time a friend says she's expecting a baby... or you sense your biological clock ticking louder each year ... or you can't bear the thought of going through another miscarriage ... You are not alone. Countless women have trouble conceiving or carrying their pregnancies to term, but many don't realize that it's not their fault. In CONCEPTION SECRETS: A Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant After Struggling with Infertility or Miscarriage, Shelly Weber-Tompkins, L.Ac, CFMP, shares her 35+ years of combined experience as a licensed acupuncturist and certified functional medicine practitioner helping couples become parents. With gentleness and compassion, Shelly combines ancient Eastern wisdom with modern Western science. In this book, you'll learn ... - How women who have a history of infertility can get pregnant-often faster than they expected. - The real reasons for miscarriages. - Which tests to ask for to rule out the possibility of male infertility. - What foods to eat and supplements to take (and which ones to avoid) to increase your chances of conceiving naturally. - How to reduce the toxic load on your reproductive system and boost your fertility. - The problems endometriosis and PCOS cause and what to do about it. - Which myths and misconceptions might be getting in the way of a successful pregnancy and birth. You don't have to struggle alone. With this book as your guide, hope is within reach. You'll read about other couples who feel as though they have tried everything, but their journey leads them to a desire fulfilled-becoming parents to a beautiful, healthy baby.

Download or read book Am I the Reason I m Not Getting Pregnant written by Rosanne Austin and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Am I the Reason I’m Not Getting Pregnant? gets women struggling with infertility ready to unleash unshakable confidence and certainty on the road to motherhood. Am I the Reason I’m Not Getting Pregnant? reveals the secret to trading that fear for the unwavering confidence and certainty that women are truly doing everything they can. Rosanne Austin is the coach women around the world turn to when they want success on their fertility journey. In Am I the Reason I’m Not Getting Pregnant? Rosanne shares: The genius hack for getting back on the road to fertility success, regardless of age, past “failures,” and scary statistics The secret to making fertility decisions like an expert, so women improve their chances of getting pregnant immediately and don’t waste time or resources How to create the perfect Bump Squad, so women can finally get the support they really want – even from people they think won’t “get” it What it takes to crush fear, doubt, negativity, and spinning in “what-ifs”, so women don’t wreck their results or set themselves up for soul-searing regret Daily practices that empower women to never have to utter the words, “What should I do,” ever again

Download or read book When You re Not Expecting written by Constance Hoenk Shapiro and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surviving the challenges of infertility Often enduring years of heartache, couples with infertility number over 7.3 million. Enduring the daunting difficulties of treatment is something few women are prepared for. Based on the personal stories of 200 women determined to overcome infertility, this surprisingly upbeat survivors' guide gives the kind of hard-won wisdom essential to making it through the process. Not only does the book detail coping strategies, it also presents tips for strengthening stressed relationships and addresses the unique needs of single women and lesbians. An essential guide for women and couples, friends and family, and health care providers and therapists, this book offers the solace and strength needed to prevail even after years of struggle. Written by a therapist, consultant, and public speaker dedicated to the study of infertility and its emotional impact Other titles by Shapiro: When Part of the Self Is Lost and Infertility and Pregnancy Loss For any woman or couple who feel as if they're facing infertility alone, When You're Not Expecting is a must-have book. http://connieshapiro13.blogspot.com/

Download or read book The Impatient Woman s Guide to Getting Pregnant written by Jean M. Twenge and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-04-17 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comforting and intimate, this “girlfriend” guide to getting pregnant gets to the heart of all the emotional issues around having children—biological pressure, in-law pressures, greater social pressures—to support women who are considering getting pregnant. Trying to get pregnant is enough to make any woman impatient. The Impatient Woman’s Guide to Getting Pregnant is a complete guide to the medical, psychological, social, and sexual aspects of getting pregnant, told in a funny, compassionate way, like talking to a good friend who’s been through it all. And in fact, Dr. Jean Twenge has been through it all—the mother of three young children, she started researching fertility when trying to conceive for the first time. A renowned sociologist and professor at San Diego State University, Dr. Twenge brought her research background to the huge amount of information—sometimes contradictory, frequently alarmist, and often discouraging— that she encountered online, from family and friends, and in books, and decided to go into the latest studies to find out the real story. The good news is: There is a lot less to worry about than you’ve been led to believe. Dr. Twenge gets to the heart of the emotional issues around getting pregnant, including how to prepare mentally and physically when thinking about conceiving; how to talk about it with family, friends, and your partner; and how to handle the great sadness of a miscarriage. Also covered is how to know when you’re ovulating, when to have sex, timing your pregnancy, maximizing your chances of getting pregnant, how to tilt the odds toward having a boy or a girl, and the best prenatal diet. Trying to conceive often involves an enormous amount of emotion, from anxiety and disappointment to hope and joy. With comfort, humor, and straightforward advice, The Impatient Woman’s Guide to Getting Pregnant is the bedside companion to help you through it.

Download or read book The Infertility Question written by Dianne Zalitis and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2013-09-20 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For women dealing with infertility there are countless examples of how you used your faith, practicality, insight and gift of caring to overcome huge challenges, with grace and dignity. And readers can take away useful strategies to employ in their own struggles. But the real beauty in this story is in the overriding sense of hope you instil in every word of your journey, to reach peace, understanding and a purpose for your humanity and your womanhood. I will recommend to my friends and family. Wendy Bowker, Registered Nurse, writer, mother If you have struggled to find a way to live a fulfilled life with infertility and childlessness, then you have picked the right book at the right time. Heres why... In The Infertility Question Dianne Zalitis provides the reader with many useful strategies, easy to employ in their own struggles, which have proven successful in her journey to discover a purpose to her life without children. So, are you ready to find the answers to your infertility questions? Are you ready to discover your meaning in your childlessness? Are you ready to lead a life of purpose with infertility and childlessness? The Infertility Question unlocks the hope and the hidden future within your life. Full of self-discovery and learnings Diannes book is inspirational and full of insights and practical strategies. Discover... How to take the pain out of infertility A safe process for accepting and grieving the children you will never have How to enjoy being around the pregnant and the fertile Strategies to regain control in your life, and to even out the emotional roller-coaster You are not alone and the safe places for you Answers to your most heartfelt question why am I not a mother? What to say and how to say it take control of the do you have children conversations The pathway to finding meaning in your childless life The key to relationship survival throughout your infertility journey And thats just for starters! The power to change your life is inside you right now and Dianne Zalitis shows you the way I can relate so well to what Dianne went through! When you read the book, you realise that you are not alone! And that it is ok to be different. And that if you cant have children, the world does not stop and that there are other ways to fulfil your life and be happy. Isabel Agostinho

Download or read book What to Do when You Think You Can t Have a Baby written by Karol White and published by Holt McDougal. This book was released on 1982 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Advice from a naturopath on getting pregnant naturally written by Anne-Sophie Cabrera and published by Anne-Sophie Cabrera. This book was released on with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine a world where the innocent laughter of a child fills every corner of your home. Picture the radiant smile of your little one, their first encounter with the world, their tiny feet traversing through your life. Happiness awaits you, and this book is the first step towards that wonderful reality. Perhaps you've tried to conceive in the past, maybe for months, even years, but those efforts have not borne fruit. You've endured a painful journey of disappointments, shattered expectations, tears shed. You wonder why you can't get pregnant quickly, why this path is so challenging. Know that it's not your fault. Infertility is a battle that many couples face. You're not alone in this struggle; there's no shame in seeking help to fulfill your dream of parenthood. You're not to blame for this situation, and you deserve the joy of carrying a child. This book contains insights from a naturopath who will reveal concrete solutions for natural conception. You'll discover natural and healthy approaches to boost your fertility, balance your body, and increase your chances of conceiving. Learn how to nourish your body, detoxify it, and strengthen it to create a conducive environment for conception. It's time to take back control from infertility. You deserve to experience the happiness of pregnancy, to see your family grow, to witness the miracle of life. This book will gradually guide you towards the solution, step by step, so you can finally achieve your dream of parenthood. Order this book now and begin your journey towards the joy of parenthood. You deserve this happiness, and this book shows you the way to achieve it.

Download or read book Why Am I Not Getting Pregnant written by Eugena Thornley and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-05-22 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So, you've been trying to get pregnant for awhile, but nothing is happening. Why are you not getting pregnant? There are many possible reasons, including ovulation irregularities, structural problems in the reproductive system, low sperm count, or an underlying medical problem. In these pages, you'll find all you need to know to get pregnant in the shortest time possible including in depth information on: -Preconception Care -Dietary Supplements for Optimal Reproductive Health -How the Body Works and Reproductive Processes -What Signs to Look For to Improve Your Chances -Fertility Testing and Treatment -What May be Keeping You From Getting Pregnant

Download or read book Infertility written by Health Commission of New South Wales. Division of Health Promotion and published by . This book was released on 198? with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Mayo Clinic Guide to Fertility and Conception written by Jani R. Jensen and published by RosettaBooks. This book was released on 2018-06-24 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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).

Download or read book Getting Pregnant written by Niels H. Lauersen and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are young and fertile, over 40 and having trouble conceiving, or anywhere in between, here is the best resource to help you get pregnant. The only must-have fertility book, Getting Pregnant, completely revised and updated, not only addresses the needs of those who cannot conceive but serves as the ultimate guide for anyone planning to have a baby, now or in the future. Addressing the newest, state-of-the-art medical treatments for infertility, Getting Pregnant gives you all the latest news on: eight brand-new fertility drugs donor eggs and donor sperm a new 15-minute in-office surgery that can double conception odds breakthrough technologies for preventing chronic miscarriage how both sex and lifestyle factors affect fertility, including the "Nine to Five" guide for protecting your reproductive health on the job Getting Pregnant also provides a wealth of practical information about the exercises, foods, and supplements that encourage a faster, healthier conception, as well as brand-new, all-natural techniques that influence the gender of your child. You'll also find a helpful six-month personal pregnancy planner that addresses all of your pre-conception health and medical needs. Don't miss the new chapters that focus on protecting, increasing, and extending fertility, while new frontiers in both the treatment of male fertility and the science of motherhood are explored.

Download or read book Overcoming Infertility written by Robert Jansen, M.D. and published by W. H. Freeman. This book was released on 1998-04-15 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses specific problems that can cause infertility, describes and evaluates available treatments, and examines psychological issues

Download or read book What to Expect Before You re Expecting written by Heidi Murkoff and published by Workman Publishing. This book was released on 2009-05-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Announcing the prequel. From Heidi Murkoff, author of America's bestselling pregnancy and parenting books, comes the must-have guide every expectant couple needs before they even conceive—the first step in What to Expect: What to Expect Before You're Expecting. An estimated 11 million couples in the U.S. are currently trying to conceive, and medical groups now recommend that all hopeful parents plan for baby-making at least three months before they begin trying. And who better to guide wanna-be moms and dads step-by-step through the preconception (and conception) process than Heidi Murkoff? It's all here. Everything couples need to know before sperm and egg meet up. Packed with the same kind of reassuring, empathetic, and practical information and advice and tips that readers have come to expect from What to Expect, only sooner. Which baby-friendly foods to order up (say yes to yams) and which fertility-busters to avoid (see you later, saturated fat); lifestyle adjustments that you'll want to make (cut back on cocktails and caffeine) and those you can probably skip (that switch to boxers). How to pinpoint ovulation, time lovemaking, keep on-demand sex sexy, and separate conception fact (it takes the average couple up to 12 months to make a baby) from myth (position matters). Plus, when to seek help and the latest on fertility treatments—from Clomid and IVF to surrogacy and more. Complete with a fill-in fertility journal to keep track of the babymaking adventure and special tips throughout for hopeful dads. Next step? What to Expect When You’re Expecting, of course.