Researchers are testing a new treatment for fertility – it's a kind of pregnancy patch.

Melissa Willmarth describes her 6-week old son Brook as her little miracle. She said, It was a long journey... a few years of infertility.

Willmarth credits her miracle to a team of reproductive health specialists led by Dr. Mike Thomas.

He's part of a national team conducting one of the first trials in the country on a patch to help prepare the body for pregnancy.

It's a patch that pumps hormones into the system every few minutes, primarily for women who have low hormone function, or a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome -- which can lead to irregular cycles, Thomas said.

The patch is being studied in healthy women between the ages of 18 and 38 who want to become pregnant.

There are very few restrictions with the trial, with the exception of not being obese or having a body-mass index of greater than 35.

Thomas's team is comparing the patch to other approved fertility treatments, which means all women who qualify to be part of the study get free fertility care.

Willmarth said, I couldn't imagine my life without him. He's the best thing that ever happened.

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
Pregnancy After 40: 40 Things No One Told You About Being Pregnant Over 40 (Pregnancy Plan Series)
by Jill Conrad, Pregnancy Support Institute

-- So you're over 40 and you've decided to get pregnant. You are not alone.

A growing number of women are waiting to have a baby until they are over 40.
This book will reveal:

♥ How you can have a healthy baby in your forties (in spite of all the warnings).
♥ What the biggest risks are and what you can do about them (it may not be as bad as you think)
♥ The 3 most important things you can do to have a healthy baby after 40 (you might already be doing some of them)
♥ Why older mothers often make better parents (the surprising reason)
♥ The one thing you should do every night to keep you fertile and able to conceive naturally (it takes 5 minutes)
…and Much More!

So get started and discover how to have the safest pregnancy and the healthiest baby when you are over 40 and pregnant.

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The following is a breakdown and explanation of what we would call a - three-month cleansing/ovulation shutdown/restoration and weight loss program.

According to Dr. John R. Lee, MD it is sometimes necessary to shut off the ovaries for a few months to allow the body to heal.

PCOS, PCOD, short luteal phases, ovarian cysts, and other similar fertility issues will impede the bodies ability to conceive.

Add to this the need for cleansing the liver and colon, according to traditional Chinese medicine and herbal medicine wisdom through the years, and you have a powerful plan to achieve fertility naturally AND safely.

We have put this together over eight years through the study of alternative medicine and traditional folk uses of herbs and for restoration and building of the body.

In this case, of course, we focus on finding information to support these actions in the reproductive department.

It is our wish to help you conceive, as many others have, naturally.

The purpose of this program is:
A: To cleanse the major organs of the body which in some way will affect the reproductive system and often allow the body to produce life again.
This does not mean it takes only three months, but it is a good amount of time to make changes.
We will target liver cleansing and colon cleansing for this, and provide tips for healthier eating to support this effort.

B: To restore cyst covered ovaries by shutting off FSH and LH surges for these three months.
This focuses on PCOS, PCOD and the potential for cysts due to an imbalance of estrogen and progesterone or testosterone and estrogen.
The hope is to restore the ovaries, for cysts to atrophy and for proper ovulation to resume without ovarian cysts preventing it. (see disclaimer.)

Since elevated prolactin, testosterone and estrogen levels affect FSH and LH balance AND cysts, this is important for overall hormonal health NOT just for the cysts.
Many say I don't have cysts.
This may be true but shutting down is a natural way to prevent conception during this time while building the body into a healthy home for your baby to come.
This is not recommended as a method of birth control in the BCP [birth control pill] sense.
It is also NOT natural family planning.

C: Lastly, to lose weight or change eating habits and to give the body proper nutrition which again can make for a better ovulation and a healthier baby.
We believe the true love of a mother and father is to love their baby before conception even occurs; enough to give the baby a healthier start in life.
The healthier the start, the better the health after birth.

This is at the Shared Files at InfertilityWorkshop as well.

Full article and products: Natural Progesterone Cream Ovulation Shutdown

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The Infertility Cleanse: Detox, Diet and Dharma for Fertility
by Tami Quinn and Beth Heller

-- Women who are trying to conceive will find a holistic approach in this hands-on manual.

Step-by-step guidelines help implement a three-part program — of yoga, hypoallergenic and anti-inflammatory nutrition, and stress-reduction techniques — to cleanse the body, mind, and spirit in preparation for pregnancy.

In addition, this program draws on cleansing methods from traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda and has been specifically designed for women who are trying naturally or with assisted-reproduction plans.

Also based on new clinical research that suggests that gut health, chronic inflammation, and environmental toxins may be root causes of infertility, this important book offers all women a natural, holistic approach to readying the womb for a child.

Paperback: 192 pages
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Everett Laboratories announced its combination myo-inositol/folic acid supplement, Pregnitude, is now available for purchase in the United States.

Myo-inositol has been shown in clinical studies to increase ovulation rates, improve the regularity of menstrual cycles, and improve egg quality.

In addition, it can help to reduce the incidence of gestational diabetes.

Much of the research on Myo-inositol has been done with women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Pregnitude is a doctor recommended dietary supplement specially formulated for reproductive health. Pregnitude is recognized as a viable non-prescription option for women who may be having difficulty conceiving as it can help promote regular ovulation, support regular menstrual cycles and increase the quality of eggs.

Read more:What is Pregnitude?

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The Infertility Cure: The Ancient Chinese Wellness Program for Getting Pregnant and Having Healthy Babies
by Randine Lewis

-- Infertility affects one out of six couples today.

Dr. Lewis presents a groundbreaking alternative approach to infertility, explaining how she used traditional Chinese medicine to treat her own infertility, successfully conceiving and giving birth to two children.

In Lewis's experience, women who have undergone three to six months of the dietary changes, herbs and acupuncture treatments become pregnant with no further effort.

Lewis intersperses her somewhat technical examination of the program with anecdotes about her patients, weaving in discussions on diet, herbal supplements, acupuncture, older women and problems related to infertility.

Paperback: 320 pages
Click to order/for more info: The Infertility Cure

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If you are not getting enough of these essential fatty acids, you may notice symptoms such as:

• Dry skin
• Cracked skin on heels or fingertips
• Hair falling out
• Poor wound healing
• Dry, difficult hair
• Dandruff
• Irritability
• Soft or brittle nails
• Allergies
• Fatigue
• Hyperactivity
• Difficulty losing weight
• High blood pressure
• Arthritis
• Pre-menstrual syndrome
• Painful breasts

Fish Oil and Fertility: A Surprising Connection

A primary cause of female infertility is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This condition is linked to increased insulin levels. In women with PCOS, the ovaries release an egg from a follicle sporadically, if at all, instead of the usual every 28 days. These irregular cycles can be corrected once women with PCOS lower their elevated insulin levels, At this point their fertility almost magically reappears.

Unfortunately, even after women with PCOS become pregnant, they still have higher rates of miscarriages. Thus, simply reducing insulin levels alone is not the total answer. The other important factor appears to be an imbalance of eicosanoids that can be treated with the increased consumption of fish oil. Epidemiological studies of pregnant women who consume large amounts of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids, like EPA and DHA, found in fish oil tend to carry their babies for a longer period of time.

They also have a correspondingly lower rate of premature births which can cause physical and neurological problems such as learning disabilities. Since 6 to 10 percent of all births in America are premature, I feel it is quite likely this unfortunate statistic may be linked to our growing decrease of long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids containing EPA/DHA in the diet.
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How Nutrition Makes a Difference
Another key fatty acid, omega-3, is found in deep-sea fish oil. Omega-3 fatty acids have been found to clean the blood of fat deposits, reduce clotting, and encourage blood flow to the tissues, including the uterus.

Omega-3 fatty acids also boost the immune system and have been found to reduce certain immune cells (NK, or natural killer, cells) which prevent the embryo's implantation in the uterus. The omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docohexaenoic acid (DHA) are also essential in fetal brain development
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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
Fully Fertile: A 12-Week Holistic Plan for Optimal Fertility
by Elisabeth Heller, Tami Quinn, Jeanie Lee Bussell

-- The healing powers of traditional yoga, Oriental medicine, nutrition, and other mind/body techniques are accessible with this do-it-yourself manual for women who are struggling with infertility or just looking to improve their odds of conception.

Natural methods based on Integrative Care for Fertility™ use a holistic approach to demonstrate how a home-based holistic fertility program can improve mind, body, and spirit, and in turn maximize chances for conceiving.

Photographs are provided to illustrate the proper yoga postures, and interspersed stories from yoga practitioners and experts present real-life struggles of infertility patients and victories that will inspire all women who are trying for a healthy pregnancy and birth.

Paperback: 248 pages
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Can these everyday household items really be blamed for an alarming rise in infertility? More and more scientists would say yes. Anna Moore looks at the facts:

THE WORST OFFENDERS

Bisphenol A
-- Originally created as a synthetic oestrogen - a man-made hormone - it was adopted by the chemical industry when it was discovered that it could make plastic light, clear and shatterproof

Found in Tin cans, plastic lunch boxes, plastic water bottles, baby bottles, mobile phones, DVDs and thousands of other products

Linked to Breast cancer, prostate cancer, male infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome, miscarriage, insulin resistance and obesity

Phthalates
-- Produced in high volumes to make plastic more flexible and cosmetics smoother

Found in Children's toys, shower curtains, plastic food wrap, car interiors and beauty products

Linked to Male reproductive disorders starting in utero, and the early onset of puberty and premature breast development in girls

PBDEs
-- Polybrominated diphenyl ethers are used as flame retardants. In some countries, concentrations in human breast milk have been doubling every five years. Though most PBDEs have been banned from new products, Deca-BDE is still allowed and is very controversial

Found in Sofas, carpets, computers, televisions, mobile phones, bedding, some school uniforms and children's nightwear

Linked to Neurological impairment and liver damage in animals

PFCs
-- Chemicals with strong water- and oil-repelling qualities, which make products non-stick, waterproof and stain-proof. They do not degrade

Found in Saucepans, sofas, outdoor clothing, fast-food containers and carpets

Linked to Birth defects, immune system disorders and thyroid dysfunction

Read more: Infertility: handle with care
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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The Way of the Fertile Soul:
Ten Ancient Chinese Secrets to Tap into a Woman's Creative Potential
by Randine Lewis

Being fertile and fruitful can mean giving birth to a child -- but to have a fertile soul means to give birth to the true self a woman wants to be: to live a life filled with passion, strength, joy, and adventure.

In The Way of the Fertile Soul, Dr. Randine Lewis outlines ten ancient Chinese medical and Taoist secrets that hold the little-known key to successfully conceiving babies, new dreams, and a fulfilling life for women at any phase in their lives.

The Way of the Fertile Soul encourages women to strive toward health, abundance, and a fruitful, joyous approach to life.

By using diagnostic questionnaires, qi gong exercises, and guided meditations to help the reader understand how the elements of nature express themselves in her body, mind, and spirit, The Way of the Fertile Soul provides the tools to greatly increase a woman's chance of conceiving, identify imbalances, reduce stress, increase energy, and uncover her intrinsic creativity and express it fully.

Paperback: 240 pages
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Fertility has become a very hot topic these days with the surge in both assisted reproductive technology (ART) and adoptions.

ART typically consists of medications, intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization (IVF) with the sole purpose of becoming pregnant.

In general, experts tell women under 35 years old to try regularly to get pregnant at ovulation for 12 months before considering additional work-up. Women between 35 and 40 years old should try for six months.

Whether you are in your first month or your first year without success, here are five tests to talk about with your doctor.

1. Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
2. Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)
3. Progesterone
4. Full Thyroid Panel
5. Test for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
6. BONUS TEST! Prolactin

Read more

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
Is Your Body Baby-Friendly?:
Unexplained Infertility, Miscarriage and IVF Failure - Explained
by Alan E. Beer, Julia Kantecki, Jane Reed

-- A unique book—the first of its kind. No longer do patients have to accept that their infertility is just bad luck and they just have to keep on trying.

No longer should women with recurrent miscarriages have to listen to their doctor telling them that their loss was God's will or that they ought to be thankful because their baby was probably chromosomally abnormal.

The statistics simply do not support such claims—in fact, they show that repeated reproductive failure can be a symptom of wider health problems in the mother.

Furthermore, the root cause can be treated—not only to promote the chances of a successful pregnancy, but to improve the mother's health long-term.

Paperback: 500 pages
Click to order/for more info: Is Your Body Baby-Friendly?

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Women suffering from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – a complex disorder of the endocrine system affecting more than 1 in 15 women worldwide and rising, according to a 2007 report by The Lancet – often find themselves desperately seeking relief from their myriad of symptoms, including: infertility, increased risk of miscarriage, weight gain and obesity, increased hair growth, acne and multiple small cysts in their ovaries.



Diagnosed with PCOS at just 17 years old, now internationally acclaimed author, PCOS expert and experienced clinician, Dr. Rebecca Harwin suffered for years at the hands of this devastating disorder. “I was given no useful advice. My doctors told me that I might need help if I wanted to have children and to come back then to be put on medication. That was it,” Harwin remarked.

“I then suffered with the excessive weight gain and obesity, and the frustration of years of trying unsuccessfully to lose weight and keep it off, that often comes with PCOS. I didn't have a natural period or ovulate for more than 15 years. I had acne, and excessive hair growth, mood swings, hot flashes; I was tired and had low self-esteem. I was the epitome of PCOS, and I hated it!”

Typical treatment protocols for PCOS include a whole host of medications. From birth control pills and insulin-sensitizing medications to ovulation induction, anti-androgen medicines and topical medications, many of these conventional treatment paths can prove both ineffective and even toxic to the body.

In a desperate search for a better way, Rebecca Harwin slowly and systematically developed a newer, natural approach to PCOS relief – a method she’s now compiled into an exhaustive treatment plan online and in her new book, ‘Conquer Your PCOS Naturally’.

“I won my battle against PCOS and I did it without the invasive treatments, toxic chemicals and ineffective interventions that current medicine has to offer. I lost approximately 20kg, and have kept it off. My period returned, and I remember exactly where I was the first time I ovulated. I no longer suffer from acne, mood swings, hot flashes, my energy levels are balanced, and my excessive hair has reduced.”

Dr Harwin’s motivation? “I knew many other women were suffering just as I had done and I also knew there was very limited accurate information available. I realized I had a responsibility to get this powerful information into the hands, minds and hearts of other women with PCOS. My book ‘Conquer Your PCOS Naturally’ is dedicated to helping women regain their health, boost their fertility, restore their period, lose excessive weight, and live a PCOS-symptom free life,” she said.

Still a movement in its infancy, the ‘Conquer Your PCOS Naturally’ approach is already enjoying a steady a stream of accolades and affirmations from PCOS patients and medical professionals across the globe.

According to Stacy Miller of Raleigh, North Carolina, the book has been “life changing”. After feeling “lost in a sea of information” following her diagnosis for over a year, Miller found that reading the book armed her with the information she needed to reduce her disease risk and improve her fertility. “I feel now that I have the power to control my body, instead of continuing to let my body control me,” she said.

Dana Adams, a PCOS sufferer and recent convert to the natural treatment path, agreed and pointed out that ‘Conquer Your PCOS Naturally’ is the first thing she’s read on the subject that didn’t leave her mystified. “One can certainly mine the internet for information, but be warned, you will be overwhelmed with an astounding amount of recommendations of supplements, medications, therapies and the like. While there are some books out there that address the issue of PCOS, Dr. Harwin [looks] at your health and wellness as a whole, giving excellent advice on nutrition, stress management, food toxicity, supplements, exercise, and the holy grail for those of us trying to conceive, fertility. [It’s] one of the best books I have read on the subject.”

Dr. Joel Fugleberg, himself a proponent of natural treatment alternatives for PCOS sufferers, called the book not only a must read for PCOS sufferers, but also for the “health care provider looking to broaden their own understanding of this condition.”

Dr. Michael Elstein of the Eternal Health Medical Center in Sydney, Australia, agreed by commenting, “I love this book’s clarity and precision. This is a book not only for the layperson suffering from this disorder but also for the professional who wants a definitive guide for treating it.” Elstein also added, “What I love about Dr. Rebecca Harwin’s book is that it is a simple easy to read journey through all the natural means of attacking what is arguably the number one metabolic and hormonal disaster that is compromising the lives of so many women.”



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About Dr. Rebecca Harwin, author of ‘Conquer Your PCOS Naturally’
International author, PCOS expert and experienced clinician Dr. Rebecca Harwin has been helping women improve their health for many years. Dr. Rebecca has completed eight years of intensive University study, and holds three undergraduate degrees: a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science, a Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science), and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Biology). She has also completed thousands of hours of further health studies.

Dr Rebecca is also giving away 3 chapters on her book by just going to ConquerYourPCOSNaturally.com

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Infertility can be defined in two ways: as inability to conceive after a year of regular sexual intercourse without contraception, or as repeated ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages or perinatal loss. Male and female specific factors account for about 30% of the infertility causes (individually); the combination of male and female causation leads to an additional 20% and the remaining 20% are caused by uncertain origins.

When one is dealing with infertility, as much as it is important to strictly follow the rules of the treatment, it is equally important to make sure that you have the correct diagnosis of the root cause of your condition. In this article you will find a broad outline, enumerating the various probable causes of infertility.

Why it is important to determine the causes.

Infertility may be caused due to a multitude of factors at a time, or it may be the result of perhaps the deviation of a certain single factor from its premeditated path. Since misdiagnosis can often lead to further fertility complications, the very first step of treating and curing infertility depends largely on identifying the root cause right in the beginning of treatment.

The broad causes of infertility in females may be listed as follows:

♥ Anovulation: In females, ovulatory problems are the most common causes of infertility. The failure to ovulate may be due to a number of factors:

♥ Hormonal imbalance is the most frequent cause of anovulation; when the ovaries produce immature eggs, pregnancy becomes impossible.

♥ Women with polycystic ovaries suffer from a decreased secretion of FSH and increased secretion of LH and testosterone; therefore polycystic ovarian syndrome may lead to anovulation in women.

♥ Approximately 20% of the cases of infertility occur due to the malfunctioning of the hypothalamus, the gland which controls hormonal stimuli, resulting in immature eggs. The pituitary gland is responsible for the regulation of LH and FSH, and its malfunctioning produces immature eggs.

♥ Damage to the ovaries caused by previous surgeries, ovarian cysts, tumors and infections may lead to production of immature eggs as well.

♥ Premature menopause and follicular problems are also responsible for anovulation.

♥ Improper functioning of fallopian tubes: Viral and bacterial infections of the fallopian tubes are the primary cause of their malfunction.

Appendicitis and colitis are abdominal problems which lead to blockage of the fallopian tubes. Tubal damages may also be caused by previous surgeries, which render the tubes incapable of passing eggs. Ectopic pregnancy, which occurs within the tube, is a potential threat to life that also causes tubal damage. Congenital tubal defects are rare, but not impossible to come across as causes of infertility.

♥ Use of drugs: Smoking, drinking and using other drugs have been known to decrease the chances of getting pregnant.

♥ Problems in the Immune system: This problem includes autoimmune reactions in the body and the creation of anti-sperm antibodies which exterminate sperms. Natural killer cells, which when present in excess, can damage the embryo in the uterus. The antinuclear antibodies cause inflammation of the uterus when present in excess. The presence of anti-sperm antibodies in the female's body kills off the sperms before they can fertilize the egg.

Although the causes of infertility are many, they are fairly easy to overcome, especially when diagnosed in the early stages. Using a holistic approach, comprising of the prescribed medicines, following a healthy diet, regular exercise, abstinence from alcohol, nicotine and other drugs, stress management, acupuncture etc. guarantees positive results. Due to the complex and multi-factoral nature of infertility, the problem can be solved permanently only by dealing with it in the holistic way, which tackles all the root causes of this condition rather than focusing on specific triggering elements.

This article is based on the book, "Pregnancy Miracle" by Lisa Olson. Lisa is an author, researcher, nutritionist and health consultant who dedicated her life to creating the ultimate pregnancy solution guaranteed to permanently reverse the root of infertility, help you get pregnant quickly and naturally and dramatically improve the overall quality of your life, without the use prescription medication and without any surgical procedures. Learn more by visiting her website.

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
Pregnancy Miracle
by Lisa Olsen

-- A 279-page, instantly downloadable e-book presenting a 5-step, sure-fire, 100% guaranteed, clinically proven holistic and ancient Chinese system for permanently reversing your infertility and your partner's infertility disorders and getting pregnant quickly, naturally and safely within 2-4 months without drugs, dangerous surgeries, side effects, or expensive infertility treatments.

It's probably the most powerful infertility reversal system ever developed, and currently the best-selling e-book of its kind on the entire Web!

Here's what the author Lisa Olson had to say about her incredible program:
After 14 years of trial, error, and experimentation, I finally discovered the answer to infertility and developed a fool-proof system to getting pregnant the natural way - no drugs, or surgery necessary.

It took a lot of research to get to where I am today, to know exactly what works and what doesn't. Yes, after desperate trial and error, countless of useless treatments, disappointments, and agony, a simple holistic system opened the door to my new and much brighter life of motherhood.

I was also excited to see that my other infertility related symptoms had diminished. After years of waiting, I was finally free from Infertility! I have become a proud mother of two.

And now I'm finally revealing my secrets in this new 'encyclopedia' of pregnancy called, Pregnancy Miracle.

I will be your own personal coach, take you by the hand, and lead you through the lousy advice, hype and gimmicks... and directly to the sort of inner balance perfection that will end your battle with infertility forever and help you become a proud mother of your healthy children.


Click to order/for more info on this helpful program:
Pregnancy Miracle

“In school, I wasn’t the one saying ‘I want to be a teacher or a doctor,’ ” Dana Murphy says, tickling her eight-month-old daughter.  

“I wanted to be a mom. It was always the most important thing to me.”

Murphy’s motherhood dreams have been realized, despite the odds, and she firmly believes Chinese medicine deserves the credit.

The 35-year-old was diagnosed in her teens with polycystic ovary syndrome, a common endocrine disorder among women which can cause infertility and a host of other unfortunate symptoms, among them obesity, facial hair, thinning hair and acne.

Murphy knew PCOS would make it difficult, maybe even impossible, for her to have children.

She and her husband, Chris, were up for the fertility challenges when they decided to become parents in 2008.

Little did they know how frustrated they would get with conventional medicine, how desperate they would become.

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The Fertility Guide: A Couples Handbook for When You Want to Have a Baby (More Than Anything Else)
by John C., II Jarrett and Deidra T. Rausch

-- This Fertility Guide provides a concise, sensible, appropriately scientific, but yet easily understood approach to modern fertility diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Jarrett and Dr. Rausch have translated their vast and highly successful clinical experience into a "must" for the couple who want to have a baby more than anything else.

The most important contribution of this book is that it translates the high tech into common sense and fills an important void in the specialty... -- E.P. Peterson, MD, Past President of American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Clinical Professor Dept OB/GYN University of Michigan.

Paperback: 200 pages
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After trying for years to have a baby and being diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, Rachel Penny despaired of ever having her longed-for family until she tried an unusual diet where she had to eat every 15 minutes.

"What do I have to lose?" I thought. "Except weight!"

I vowed to stick to the plan, no matter how hard. This wasn't about getting into a pair of skinny jeans.

Losing weight would help me get the one thing I wanted most in the world - a baby.

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The PCOS Diet Plan: A Natural Approach to Health for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
by Hillary Wright

-- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age, and if left unchecked, is linked to serious health issues like infertility, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer.

In this groundbreaking book, registered dietitian Hillary Wright explains this increasingly diagnosed disorder and introduces the holistic symptom-management program she developed by working with hundreds of patients.

With Wright's proven diet and lifestyle-based program, you can influence your reproductive hormones and take charge of your health.

Featuring a carbohydrate distribution approach at its core, The PCOS Diet Plan also zeroes in on exactly what exercise, supplements, and self-care choices you can make to feel better every day.

Paperback: 256 pages
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“Women who are seriously obese almost halve their chances of having a baby,” the Daily Express warned on December 12 2007.

The BBC also covered the story and said a study has found that being overweight can reduce a woman’s chances of getting pregnant, and that women with a body mass index (BMI) of more than 35 are 26% to 49% less likely to get pregnant than women who have a BMI of 21 to 29.

These stories are based on a study of more than 3,000 couples who had trouble conceiving, which looked at whether the woman’s BMI affected her chances of getting pregnant naturally over the coming year.

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
The PCOS Diet Plan: A Natural Approach to Health for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
by Hillary Wright

-- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age, and if left unchecked, is linked to serious health issues like infertility, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer.

In this groundbreaking book, registered dietitian Hillary Wright explains this increasingly diagnosed disorder and introduces the holistic symptom-management program she developed by working with hundreds of patients.

With Wright's proven diet and lifestyle-based program, you can influence your reproductive hormones and take charge of your health.

Featuring a carbohydrate distribution approach at its core, The PCOS Diet Plan also zeroes in on exactly what exercise, supplements, and self-care choices you can make to feel better every day.

Paperback: 256 pages
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Carrie English had her first child when she was 19, with no trouble.

Then a constellation of annoying problems cropped up.

"I had been having a lot of symptoms, which I didn't realize were symptoms," says English, now 31. "The biggest thing is I wasn't getting a period at all for about a year-and-a-half or two years."

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During this free seminar, Dr. Perloe explores issues the diagnosis and treatment of infertility with ovulation induction, insemination and surgery as well as in vitro fertilization. You will learn about age related infertility, fallopian tube obstruction, male infertility, PCOS, endometriosis and use of donor sperm or donor eggs. Mind-Body issues will be discussed by holistic health counselor, nutrition expert and yoga teacher Wendy Brown as well as by Mark Schwartz, L.Ac, who is trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture. Learn how you can take a more active role in the fertility process.

Learn how you can afford fertility treatment. Although infertility treatment is not always covered by insurance, GRS offers many unique financial programs including ”Shared-Risk IVF” with a money-back option and the “No-Hidden-Fees IVF” which includes all frozen embryo transfer cycles and a second IVF cycle if necessary.

You will also have the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art medical facilities, ask any questions you may have related to infertility and IVF and schedule a free, meet & greet with any of the GRS physicians.

Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm.
Location: 5445 Meridian Mark Road, Suite 270, Atlanta, GA 30342

Register online or tmitchell@ivf.com or 404-843-2229 x 154

For more information about:
Mark Perloe, M.D. - Wendy Brown - Mark Schwartz, L.Ac. 

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TODAY'S BOOK SUGGESTION:
INFERTILITY Road to Hell and Back
by Azelene Williams

-- I love being a woman. To me it is a privilege and there is nothing more satisfying.

I appreciate being honoured and cherished for my femininity - for after all, I am the potential mother of the next generation.

I value my fertility, value the gift of being able to carry a child and become a mother. To me this is the very essence of being a women.

The children we bring into the world are small replicas of ourselves and our husbands; the pride and joy of grandfathers and grandmothers. We dream of being mothers and for most of us these dreams are realized naturally. For this is the Miracle of Life.

But - what about when that longed for baby never happens? When you realize that something is wrong and turn to professionals for help. Tests are done; treatments tried without success.

You traipse from one doctor to the next; resulting in more disappointment and fading hope. Your dream is shattered and the heartache is painful; almost unbearable. What is wrong with you? Is it your fault?

How are you lacking? Why? The questions are still desperately being asked.............but there are no answers. Slowly your conviction grows that your entirety as a woman is incomplete.

I am a woman and this is my story..............

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