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

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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 moreEnriched by moving stories of women who became pregnant using TCM, this is a compassionate, comprehensive handbook.

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"I highly recommend this book to both laypersons and health care providers." -- --Deepak Chopra, author of Perfect Health: The Complete Mind Body Guide "Dr. Daoshing Ni has given these ancient methods to the modern world." -- --Jordan M. Phillips, M.D., Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Board, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists "This is a must-read for all couples approaching this sometimes long, fatiguing journey to a 'New Life'." -- --Richard P. Marrs, M.D., Managing Partner, California Fertility Partners "...important, informative... Dr. Dao is a trusted, wise teacher. Learn from him!" -- --Judith Orloff, M.D., author of Positive Energy "...calming, sensitive, knowledgeable, and inspiring...a great introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine." -- --Mary Lou Ballweg, President/Executive Director, Endometriosis Association

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Daoshing Ni, D.O.M, L.Ac., Ph.D., is a noted doctor of Oriental medicine and a licensed acupuncturist. Cofounder of the Tao of Wellness, Inc., he lives in Los Angeles. Dana Herko has written for both television and film. She lives in Los Angeles with her family.