Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Birth

This book is a simple introduction to the Chinese teachings concerning pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Historically, the hallmark of Chinese medicine has been its emphasis on prevention as opposed to merely remedial care.

Topics covered included:
Chinese medical ideas related to pregnancy
Age of the parents
Determining gender
Fetal toxins
Fetal educaiton
Proper diet
Appropriate exercise
Self massage
Professional Chinese medical care
Acupuncture during pregnancy
Treatment of problems during pregnancy or birth
Postpartum recuperation

This book provides an in-depth guide to how shiatsu can form part of modern maternity care. Based on traditional Chinese and Japanese approaches to health, shiatsu can be used to alleviate many of the chronic symptoms of pregnancy such as backache, insomnia and morning sickness. It can also help during labour and birth, as well as relieve postnatal problems such as heavy postpartum bleeding or diff... Read More...

The information in this book can increase your success rate with in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technologies. (ART) by as much as 60%. Research has shown that acupuncture alone can increase the success rate of IVF by 35%. By also adding Chinese herbal medicine, it is Dr. Lifang Liang's experience that you can almost double that increase. Contents Testimonials and ... Read More...