The Tao of Fertility: A Healing Chinese Medicine Program to Prepare Body, Mind, and Spirit for New Life

by Daoshing Ni

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An esteemed doctor who has helped countless women achieve their dream of having a child offers his program for enhancing fertility through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Dr. Daoshing Ni, descended from more than 70 generations of Taoist masters, has achieved renown among high-tech infertility specialists, TCM practitioners, and his many devoted patients. The Tao of Fertility is the first book combining a practical plan for conceiving using TCM with empowering Taoist principles that can carry you through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. Structured according to a woman's journey to conception, The Tao of Fertility includes: A questionnaire assessing fertility potential A 28-day fertility enhancement program Simple meditations and acupressure points to improve reproductive circulation and relaxation Guidelines for mapping your fertility using Chinese methods of diagnosis Information on how herbs and acupuncture can increase fertility Eating plans for pregnancy, postpartum, and while breast-feeding. and much more Enriched by moving stories of women who became pregnant using TCM, this is a compassionate, comprehensive handbook.… (more)

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I received this book as part of the early reviewers program. The information was presented in an easy-to-understand manner. It's not just a one-trick pony either but offers information on various aspects that have connections to fertility such as helpful herbs, acupuncture, and exercise. Those struggling with fertility and looking for options might find this book useful and at the very least interesting. (

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eagletlab | Jan 2, 2010 |

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After going through two miscarriages, I was excited to read this book to find any new information that might help us. But alas, this book is so much like other fertility-related books: do this, don't do that, and here's a list of successful pregnancy stories. I've tried acupuncture, herbs, you name it. To be fair, I'm probably not in the right place in my life to give this book a balanced review.

neilandlisa | Dec 2, 2009 |

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This was a decent book on infertility, but nothing really new or cutting-edge. At times it seemed like a sales-tool of the doctor to sell his services. I would recommend it for those who are into herbs and chinese medicine. (

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beccasbooks | Oct 14, 2009 |

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I am impressed with the level of detail in this book, ranging from nutritional to physical to psychological, with thoughtful, caring information addressing the needs of women seeking hope after much failure. It also made me realize that there are many more possibilities that do not require (expensive) medical intervention, which is wonderful news.

magid | Jul 15, 2009 |

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I really enjoyed the writing style and tone of this book. It's very easy, down-to-earth. If Dr. Dao was sitting across from you during a personal conversation you would probably call him very approachable. The first half of the book deals with suggestions on diet, nutrition and then exercise, massage, acupuncture, etc. Those sections were well written. I thought it particularly interesting that he does not advocate drinking 8 8-oz glasses of water a day. I believe he says 5 glasses is enough. I did not care for the second half of the book which dealt with case studies (success stories) and I scanned or paged through that section.

VictoriaPL | Jul 1, 2009 |

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An esteemed doctor who has helped countless women achieve their dream of having a child offers his program for enhancing fertility through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Dr. Daoshing Ni, descended from more than 70 generations of Taoist masters, has achieved renown among high-tech infertility specialists, TCM practitioners, and his many devoted patients. The Tao of Fertility is the first book combining a practical plan for conceiving using TCM with empowering Taoist principles that can carry you through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. Structured according to a woman's journey to conception, The Tao of Fertility includes: A questionnaire assessing fertility potential A 28-day fertility enhancement program Simple meditations and acupressure points to improve reproductive circulation and relaxation Guidelines for mapping your fertility using Chinese methods of diagnosis Information on how herbs and acupuncture can increase fertility Eating plans for pregnancy, postpartum, and while breast-feeding. and much more Enriched by moving stories of women who became pregnant using TCM, this is a compassionate, comprehensive handbook.

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