The Fertility Book

The Fertility Book
Author: Adam Balen
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2021-09-16
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1473555612

'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.

The Everything Fertility Book

The Everything Fertility Book
Author: Nicole Galan
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2010-12-18
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1440505470

Infertility can be a frustrating and heartbreaking disorder compounded by complicated treatments and so-called miracle cures on the market. But couples who have trouble conceiving need all their options laid out in one convenient guide. In this book, you'll find the medical and holistic information you need to conceive and bear a happy, healthy child, such as: Side effects of the latest fertility drugs Yoga poses that aid fertility What to expect when seeing a fertility expert Birth rates associated with various treatments Coping methods for dealing with loss With this authoritative and friendly guide, getting pregnant doesn't have to be a stressful process. Armed with knowledge and reassurance, you will be ready to make the choices that work best for you and start you family, today.

The Natural Diet Solution for PCOS and Infertility

The Natural Diet Solution for PCOS and Infertility
Author: Nancy Dunne
Publisher: Natural Solutions for PCOS
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2006-03
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 097722290X

This book suggests natural health solutions for PCOS, ovarian cysts and polycystic ovaries that can help you to; regulate your periods; enhance your fertility; diminish risk of miscarriage; relieve depression; lose excess fat and gain toned muscle; enjoy increased energy on a consistent basis; clear up acne; decrease unwanted hair growth; normalise skin tone and texture; minimise heart disease and diabetes risk; lessen the need for expensive medications; reduce need for ovarian surgery.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - E-Book

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - E-Book
Author: Rehana Rehman
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2022-11-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323879330

Providing a holistic, global approach to all aspects of PCOS, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Basic Science to Clinical Advances Across the Lifespan offers authoritative guidance on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of this challenging syndrome. It presents a coherent, evidence-based approach to diagnosis, as well as recommendations for clinical practice grounded in recent advances in basic sciences. Unique in the field, this practical resource provides decision-making tools for endocrinologists, fertility specialists, gynecologists, and internists who diagnose and treat patients with this complex chronic condition. - Covers all aspects of PCOS and management across the lifespan, including short- and long-term metabolic, endocrine, and psychological challenges. - Offers an integrative approach to the understanding of pathophysiology and management of PCOS in adult women and adolescent girls with a focus on genetics, microRNAs, and risk factors. - Includes clinical, hormonal and metabolic features as well as diagnostic criteria and PCOS phenotypes. - Presents treatment and management options for common symptoms, hirsutism, menstrual irregularity, and conception planning, including a chapter on subfertility and the male PCOS equivalent. Includes coverage of standard comorbidities, as well as a section on global approaches to patients with PCOS that addresses unique concerns, practices, and stigmas associated with how different cultures approach the disorder. - Addresses the use of complementary/alternative medicine, lifestyle modification, and behavioral therapy in managing PCOS. - An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

PCOS And Your Fertility

PCOS And Your Fertility
Author: Colette Harris
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2011-12-05
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1848504373

Ever had irregular periods? Do you find you're always putting on weight? Do you feel tired and emotional ,and up one minute, down the next? Or do you struggle with adult acne, hair loss, or facial and body hair where you don't want it? You could have PCOS, a hormonal health condition that affects one in ten women in the UK – and is one of the most common causes of fertility problems. So if you do have PCOS, chances are you have questions about fertility buzzing around your head: Am I fertile? What can I do to boost my chances of pregnancy? Will irregular periods stop me from getting pregnant? I've been trying for months – what next? Will fertility drugs help me? The good news is that no matter what stage you're at, this book can help. Written by two women with PCOS at different stages of their fertility journeys, it will help you: • discover how and why PCOS can affect your fertility • find out from the experts and other women how they have overcome non-conception • make a step-by-step action plan to enhance your fertility • work out which fertility treatments are best for you.

Dr. Richard Marrs' Fertility Book

Dr. Richard Marrs' Fertility Book
Author: Richard Marrs
Publisher: Dell
Total Pages: 463
Release: 2011-03-23
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0307789470

A pioneer in the field of assisted reproduction, Dr. Richard Marrs has spent his life counseling couples who struggle with the pain of infertility, developing new treatments, and helping thousands to experience the wonder of birth. Now Dr. Marrs shares his knowledge and expertise in a groundbreaking book that answers all your questions, understands your concerns, and covers every aspect of fertility problems, including infertility's emotional price as well as its financial one. Based on the latest research and technologies--and the real-life experiences of thousands of couples--Dr. Marrs tells you everything you need to know about getting pregnant, including: Which cutting-edge advances in reproductive technology--including in vitro, gift, zift, sperm manipulation, and immunological therapy--are right for you Is it your nerves? How emotions can delay or stop ovulation The biggest mistake doctors make when a man's sperm count is borderline or subnormal Which fertility drugs work best...and the side effects you should expect Your chances of multiple births...twins, triplets, or more When to change doctors or see a specialist The good news about using a partner's sperm and not a donor's...even if your partner's count is very low Your insurance coverage--what you can and cannot do And much more

Enlightening Guide to PCOS

Enlightening Guide to PCOS
Author: Dr Linda J Howland
Publisher: Health Hunter Books
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2015-03-05
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN:

Here’s the book that will take you step-by-step from diagnosis to a position of empowered health choices for women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is very common condition that affects at least 1 in every 10 women. Yet it is largely undiagnosed and often poorly managed. It affects women all over the world. PCOS is a hormonal imbalance that can affect your appearance, monthly cycles, fertility, mental health and longevity. PCOS differs from person to person, so understanding what to look for and how to diagnose the condition is critical for good care and getting your body back on the right track to health and happiness. Easy-to-read but not skimping on details this book is the perfect choice for women who want to understand PCOS and choose a healthy and vibrant life as a PCOS woman. Whether you are struggling with weight loss, acne, hair loss or growth, infertility or serious complications like heart disease and insulin resistance/diabetes, this book explains how your hormones are disrupting your life and provides insight into how to regain your balance. The chapters include the following topics to help you understand PCOS: What is PCOS? The common symptoms and complications How disrupted hormones are effecting your body How to get the correct diagnosis for PCOS What tests are required to confirm your diagnosis A positive diagnosis - the 4 types, and how to understand your type so you can tailor your management strategies towards fixing your unique combination. The newly diagnosed PCOS group of "slim sisters" breaking all the stereotypes. It also looks at the "why me?" behind a PCOS diagnosis and explains what is currently understood about the causes. Genetic factors- which includes a detailed explanation and pictures to help you understand how you may have inherited PCOS from your mother or father, and why you may have PCOS but your sister does not or the likely hood of you passing PCOS onto you own daughters. Environmental factors - which includes info on how your diet effects your hormones, the role of Insulin in PCOS and nutritional deficiencies that could be contributing to your PCOS. Medication induced factors Readers have found this book to be jam-packed full of "Ah-ha!" moments and insights into how to regain balance, health and happiness as a PCOS woman. Knowledge is power - start learning today with instant download of the e-book and start living the life you deserve.

PCOS And Your Fertility

PCOS And Your Fertility
Author: Colette Harris
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2011-12-05
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1848504373

Ever had irregular periods? Do you find you're always putting on weight? Do you feel tired and emotional ,and up one minute, down the next? Or do you struggle with adult acne, hair loss, or facial and body hair where you don't want it? You could have PCOS, a hormonal health condition that affects one in ten women in the UK – and is one of the most common causes of fertility problems. So if you do have PCOS, chances are you have questions about fertility buzzing around your head: Am I fertile? What can I do to boost my chances of pregnancy? Will irregular periods stop me from getting pregnant? I've been trying for months – what next? Will fertility drugs help me? The good news is that no matter what stage you're at, this book can help. Written by two women with PCOS at different stages of their fertility journeys, it will help you: • discover how and why PCOS can affect your fertility • find out from the experts and other women how they have overcome non-conception • make a step-by-step action plan to enhance your fertility • work out which fertility treatments are best for you.

Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine E-Book

Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine E-Book
Author: Jane Lyttleton
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 517
Release: 2013-04-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0702054321

The second edition of this popular text systematically addresses all aspects of treatment of infertility using Chinese medicine. Clinically focused and with a new easy-to-navigate design, the book begins by covering all the essential fundamentals you will need to understand and treat infertility, before going on to look at what Chinese medicine offers in the way of treatment for functional infertility in men and women, gynecological disorders which contribute to infertility and relevant lifestyle factors. Jane Lyttleton importantly devotes a large part of the book to discussing ways in which Chinese medicine and Western medicine might work together to overcome infertility, and details the increased experience over the past decade in working with IVF patients and their specialists. Leaps forward have also been made in the understanding of conditions such as Polycystic ovarian syndrome and immune infertility. New Features · Greatly expanded section on the place of Chinese medicine and IVF in treatment of infertility · New information on Polycystic ovarian disease and immune infertility and how Chinese medicine approaches their treatment · Updated and balanced advice on pre-conception care · Clinically focused, with easy-to-navigate design

The Ultimate PCOS Handbook

The Ultimate PCOS Handbook
Author: Colette Harris
Publisher: Conari Press
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2008-09-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 157324371X

Offers a plan to ease the physical symptoms and psychological effects of the disease using natural methods such as supplements, a healthy diet of fresh and whole foods, exercise, and complementary therapies.