Description
Book SynopsisEmbarking on IVF - or any assisted fertility treatment - can be a very demanding and stressful experience, but the right physical, nutritional and emotional support can lessen these stresses and strains and increase your chances of success.
In Zita West''s Guide to Fertility and Assisted Conception leading fertility and pregnancy expert, Zita West, offers an in-depth explanation of all aspects of fertility and, uniquely, addresses the issues involved in using assisted conception. In her clear, yet sensitive, style Zita explains:
- All aspects of fertility - from preconception and trying naturally through to assisted conception
- What is involved in the IVF process
- How to prepare your body to increase your chances of conceiving successfully
- The importance of a proactive approach to diet and nutrition
- How complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, can increase your chances of success
Including interviews with leading experts in the field, case histories from patients and Zita''s own holistic principles, this is an invaluable guide for the growing number of people who are considering, or have already embarked on, medical intervention to enable them to conceive.
Trade ReviewWest is renowned for helping women to get pregnant when everything else has failed * The Times *
one of Europe's leading authorities on using natural health to enhance fertility * Style magazine *
Zita's book will be a great help and should be recommended to potential patients at an early stage in their investigation and treatment * Professor William Ledger, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Head of Unit, University of Sheffield *
Much sought after acupuncturist and midwife who helped Kate Winslet stay in shape during her pregnancy * Elle *
Zita West is an inspirational woman whose holistic approach to fertility, combining traditional and complementary treatments, is a lesson to us all * Tim Child, Consultant Gynaecologist at the University of Oxford and Director of the Oxford Fertility Unit *
