The tao of fertility - Daoshing Ni

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.

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.

"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