What Every Woman Needs to Know About Fertility

Fertility Awareness Methods - fam - are on the rise, as more and more people become aware of the risks/drawbacks of contraception, and the benefits of natural methods of planning for, or avoiding, pregnancy. Written by a fertility specialist nurse of 40 years' experience and a leading sexual health expert, What Every Woman Needs to Know About Fertility is the most detailed, practical and comprehensive guide to fertility awareness methods available, from two of the most qualified individuals in the field.This book answers every conceivable question about fertility awareness, and how to use the method, that you could possibly have. It gives a practical, step-by-step guide to tracking temperature and ovulation, with pages of charts, temperature guidelines, and other practical techniques to monitor fertility, whether it is to prevent a pregnancy or result in one.Ideal for those who want to start a family, for those who want to optimise their health before pregnancy, for those who prefer not to use hormonal contraception or who have concerns about their fertility, it also covers questions that have never been answered in such a practical fashion before, including:* how do I use fertility awareness methods after childbirth* can I use fam while breastfeeding?* how do I use these methods if I'm menopausal?With additional insights into, and advice on, optimum health and preconception care, and detailed practical guidance on how to ensure the best possible conditions for pregnancy, this is a uniquely comprehensive, forensic and - if correctly applied - highly accurate method for managing fertility for all ages and stages.