Best Natural Fertility Books - Getting Pregnant Naturally
Getting pregnant…naturally
If you’re interested in learning natural methods to increase your odds of becoming pregnant, look no further. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the 4 best books for anyone interested in learning more on this topic.
The list of books below has been hand-chosen by Dr. Ivy Branin, a naturopathic doctor based in New York City. Dr. Ivy Branin has helped dozens of women get pregnant naturally. If you want to get in contact with Dr. Ivy, you can click here to book an appointment or call the office at +1 646-470-8458.
Keep reading to learn what the best natural fertility books are.
1.) Be Fruitful
By Victoria Maizes, MD
If you're trying to conceive, you will want to add Be Fruitful to your library. As one of the best fertility books out there, this book by Victoria Maizes, MD is "a thorough guide to fertility that encompasses all aspects of female well-being to help women prepare their bodies for easy conception, pregnancy, and the delivery of healthy babies."
Some individuals and couples may experience roadblocks and barriers when it comes to conception and healthy pregnancy. Be Fruitful addresses these roadblocks and offers dietary, supplemental, and exercise tips to help couples conceive naturally and optimize fertility.
2.) Taking Charge of Your Fertility
The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement, and Reproductive Health
By Toni Weschler, MPH
In Taking Charge of Your Fertility, author Toni Weschler, MPH takes you through everything you need to know about monitoring your cycle and she navigates some of the latest in reproductive technologies. Whether you are looking to achieve pregnancy naturally, prevent pregnancy, or just take control of your gynecological health, this book will show you how.
Weschler teaches using the Fertility Awareness Method and helps readers better understand natural birth control, natural conception, and overall sexual health awareness. This natural birth control book will become a mainstay in your home library.
3.) Expecting Better
Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know
By Emily Oster
Calling all mamas-to-be...Emily Oster's book Expecting Better is an empowering resource to help you make educated, healthy decisions for you in your pregnancy. Pregnancy is a harrowing time for expecting mothers. Their bodies are changing and the imminent life change into motherhood is overwhelming.
In Expecting Better, Oster holds readers’ hands and walks them through the ups and downs of pregnancy and early motherhood, and does so in a natural, personable, and empowering way. “Expecting Better is the book for every pregnant woman who wants to enjoy a healthy and relaxed pregnancy.”
4.) Natural Health after Birth
The Complete Guide to Postpartum Wellness
By Aviva Romm
Navigating life after childbirth is no easy task. Besides the challenges with a new baby such as understanding baby sleep and feeding, you are also probably dealing with your own personal struggles. Your new identity as "mama" comes with a whole host of its own challenges.
Enter Aviva Romm's book Natural Health after Birth. New moms need support and care for body, mind, and spirit. And this book "provides essential advice for adjusting to the many challenges facing women during the first year after giving birth." Thanks to Romm, new moms can learn to find balance between motherhood and self, as well as take advantage of her exercises, recipes, and general postpartum tips and tricks.
FAQ
What helps with fertility naturally?
There are definitely ways to increase your fertility naturally. If you are struggling with infertility, it can be easy to jump straight to medical intervention like meds, IUI, or IVF. But before you do that, there are several things you can do to increase fertility naturally. Whether it’s diet, supplements, herbs, exercise, or self care, there are steps you can take today to prime your body for reproductive health. Some examples include reducing or cutting caffeine and alcohol, avoiding refined carbohydrates, maintaining a healthy weight, and taking time to relax. Any steps toward a healthy lifestyle will be helpful in naturally boosting your fertility. The idea is to get healthy to get pregnant.
How can I improve my egg quality?
If you are actively trying to conceive, you are probably well aware of the fact that your egg quality plays a vital role in your chances of getting pregnant. The truth is that when you are on that trying-to-conceive journey, it only takes one egg to make it happen. But it always helps to increase your odds of success by ensuring that the eggs you do have are your best. So how can you do that?
The best way to ensure you are putting your best foot—or egg—forward is by doing all of the things that enhance your overall health. Maintain a healthy body weight, eat a balanced diet, reduce stress, practice healthy exercise, avoid/reduce caffeine and alcohol intake, quit smoking, get adequate sleep, etc. Additionally, if you are looking to up your egg-quality game, look into other added approaches such as minimizing toxin exposure as well as trying specific herbs, supplements, or even trying acupuncture.
Another great title to add to your fertility book collection is It Starts With the Egg by Rebecca Fett. In this book, Rebecca uses an evidence-based approach to teach about improving egg quality and overall fertility. As women age, their egg quality and egg count decreases. It’s a fact of life. Fett teaches readers how to improve egg quality by using a program designed to do just that. She offers specific recommendations for supplements, nutrition, and strategies to minimize toxin exposure that may contribute to overall infertility. And Fett even addresses specific fertility challenges such as PCOS, endometriosis, etc.—and provides advice for each scenario. Click here to view the book on Amazon.
What herbs increase fertility?
Before you start exploring some more aggressive ways to increase your fertility, you may want to look into some natural methods, including supplements and herbs. There are several options that you can try that may be helpful in boosting your reproductive chances of pregnancy.
Each herb helps the body to function in a certain way. Whether it’s to improve ovulation, regulate hormone imbalances, increase cervical fluids, you will want to check with your provider to see which herb or combination of herbs is best for your specific body and needs.
What can help me get pregnant fast?
The most important tip to get pregnant as fast as possible is to learn more about your body. Get to know your menstrual cycle—from cycle day 1 to the next cycle day 1. Recognize how your body changes throughout your cycle. You can start by asking yourself the following questions:
Do I know how long my cycle is?
Can I tell when my period is approaching?
Do I know when I am ovulating?
Do I know how to time intercourse for optimal chances of conception?
Am I living a healthy lifestyle and striving to maintain a healthy body weight?
Am I taking a prenatal vitamin?
Am I regularly moving my body in healthy and nurturing ways?
If you answered “no” to any of those questions, feel free to seek help. Ask your healthcare provider. Get advice. Learn more about how your body functions and what you can do to conceive. Knowledge is empowerment.
What is the success rate of getting pregnant naturally?
Statistically speaking, natural pregnancy success rates can vary based on a number of factors including age, health history, genetics, previous pregnancy, etc. And regardless of all that, most women only have less than 1 week per cycle when they are most fertile and can actually become pregnant. So, it is definitely helpful to know your odds. Then you add in the male factor fertility rates, and the statistics are a little less clear.
If neither partner has any known fertility challenges, the following natural conception rates generally apply (rates are within a year of trying):
Early 20s: 90%+ success rate
Mid-to-late 20s: 86%+ success rate
Early 30s: up to 86% (with an increased chance of miscarriage)
Mid-to-late 30s: up to 78% success rate (with an increased chance of miscarriage)
Early 40s: As women age, egg quality and count decrease. Success rates vary, but decrease. Assisted reproductive technology might increase conception rates in this age group.
You can increase your fertility and overall chances of conception by living a healthy lifestyle. If you find that you are still not conceiving (after 1 year, or after 6 months if you are over 35) despite your natural efforts, you may want to talk to your healthcare provider.
Book an appointment with a naturopathic doctor
For those interested in speaking with a naturopathic doctor about fertility or pregnancy, we are available to help.
Simplicity Health Associates is a naturopathic and holistic practice in New York City. We offer virtual visits as well.
To get in touch, you can click here to book an appointment or call the office at +1 646-470-8458.