The hands-on guide that addresses the common barriers to achieving pregnancy and offers tips to maximize your potential for fertility
For millions of people, starting a family is a lifelong dream. However, many face challenges in welcoming children into the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12% of women in the US from ages 15 to 44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant. A variety of factors exist that can contribute to infertility, such as ovulation disorders, uterine abnormalities, congenital defects, and a host of environmental and lifestyle considerations. But infertility is not just a female problem. For approximately 35% of couples with infertility, a male factor is identified along with a female factor, while in 8% of couples, a male factor is the only identifiable cause. Fortunately, there are many treatment options that offer hope.
Getting Pregnant For Dummies discusses the difficulties related to infertility and offers up-to-date advice on the current methods and treatments to assist in conception. This easy-to-read guide will help you understand why infertility occurs, its contributing risk factors, and the steps to take to increase the chances of giving birth. From in vitro fertilization (IVF) to third party reproduction (donor sperm or eggs and gestational surrogacy) to lifestyle changes to understanding genetic information to insurance, legal and medication considerations, this bookcovers all the information you need to navigate your way to the best possible results. Packed with the latest information and new developments in medical technology, this book:
Helps readers find real-life solutions to getting pregnant Covers the latest information on treatments for infertility for both women and men Offers advice on choosing the option best suited for an individual’s unique situation Explains the different types and possible causes of infertility issues Provides insight to genetic testing information Provides suggestions for lifestyle changes that help prepare for conception
Getting Pregnant For Dummies is an indispensable guide for every woman trying to conceive and for men experiencing infertility issues.
By:
Lisa A. Rinehart,
John S. Rinehart,
Sharon Perkins,
RN,
Jackie Meyers-Thompson
Imprint: For Dummies
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 188mm,
Spine: 25mm
Weight: 612g
ISBN: 9781119601159
ISBN 10: 1119601150
Pages: 464
Publication Date: 14 February 2020
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Are We There Yet? Wondering Why You’re Not Pregnant 5 Chapter 1: Where, Oh Where, Can My Baby Be? 7 Chapter 2: What Does Anatomy Have to Do with It? 21 Chapter 3: Blame It on My Genes! The Role of Genetics and Family History 41 Chapter 4: Before the Baby: Exploring Lifestyle and Behavioral Factors 53 Chapter 5: It Worked the First Time! Tackling Secondary Infertility 79 Part 2: Taking the Initiative 93 Chapter 6: DIY Methods to Increase Your Chances 95 Chapter 7: Considering Special Circumstances 115 Chapter 8: Harnessing the Power of Modern Medicine: Finding a Doctor and More 133 Chapter 9: Improving Your Odds with Diet, Supplements, and Exercise 147 Chapter 10: Are We Having Fun Yet? Managing Your Emotions and Relationships 171 Part 3: Seeking Answers, Identifying Causes, and Dealing with Disappointments 183 Chapter 11: Ladies First: Female Testing Basics 185 Chapter 12: Your Turn, Honey! Back to the Boys 207 Chapter 13: Riding the Roller Coaster of Early Pregnancy Loss 225 Part 4: Moving from No-Tech to High-Tech Conception 241 Chapter 14: First: The Lower-Tech Options 243 Chapter 15: Going High-Tech: Welcome to the In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Club 259 Chapter 16: Ready, Steady, Go! Starting Your IVF Cycle 283 Chapter 17: The Care and Feeding of an Embryo: Amazing Teamwork in the Lab 305 Chapter 18: Keeping Your Head in the Game: Successfully Waiting after an IVF Cycle 325 Chapter 19: Staying Afloat When You’re Drowning in a Sea of Fertility Data 343 Part 5: Exploring Alternative Routes to Conception 351 Chapter 20: Considering Third-Party Reproduction Options 353 Chapter 21: Moving On: Not Necessarily the End of The Road 381 Chapter 22: The Future is Now! New Advances, New Concerns in Fertility 391 Part 6: Part of Tens 409 Chapter 23: Ten “Fake News” Stories about Fertility 411 Chapter 24: Ten Things to Know in Early Pregnancy 417 Index 425
Dr. John Rinehart has maintained his practice in infertility and reproductive endocrinology for 35 years. He is a Senior Educator at the Pritzker School of Medicine. Lisa Rinehart is a healthcare attorney and medical practice consultant and a frequent speaker on reproductive law. Jackie Thompson is the author of Fertility For Dummies and Infertility For Dummies. She is also a former fertility patient.
