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sdockter's review against another edition
5.0
Fascinating - I could not put this book down! I never expected this to be such a page turner but the writing is incredible. I love that the focus of the book is so heavy on preparation and not only physical but emotional. The TCM strategies and strategies from a wide variety of experts made it very credible and applicable. I honestly got so much more from this book than just information about conceiving, it really resonated in all aspects of our lives. All women should read this book!
“When you muster the courage to truly surrender to what is happening, to let go and accept what is… with all of its searing pain and discomfort, you open yourself up to great beauty and wisdom, ultimately awakening who you really are” (pg. 161). Just beautiful.
“When you muster the courage to truly surrender to what is happening, to let go and accept what is… with all of its searing pain and discomfort, you open yourself up to great beauty and wisdom, ultimately awakening who you really are” (pg. 161). Just beautiful.
searchingforsamantha's review against another edition
3.0
Good nuggets of insight, but it's very hard to parse the scientific from the mystical here. And I get that's kind of the point, but if you're not very spiritually inclined, it can be hard not to throw the baby out with the bathwater.
peasplease's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
I couldve done without the whole unlocking your third eye but i know there are people who appreciate it. The recipes werent as easy and simple as I thought they would be (most of them had at least 6 ingredients with a couple of specialised ingredients found in chinese grocery stores) but nonetheless I appreciated what it had to offer
I couldve done without the whole unlocking your third eye but i know there are people who appreciate it. The recipes werent as easy and simple as I thought they would be (most of them had at least 6 ingredients with a couple of specialised ingredients found in chinese grocery stores) but nonetheless I appreciated what it had to offer
marymayne's review against another edition
1.0
I was interested to learn about TCM and the holistic approach. Coming from a medical background, I find it so interesting to see how alternative medicine can complement western medicine. Up until chapter 5, it was very engaging, some sound advice on thinking ahead and communication, and interesting information about TCM.
But chapter 5, yikes.
• Lots of pro Weston A. Price material - really undermines all credibility the author had
• Pro raw milk messaging??? In 2024??
• Lots of focus on grass-fed pasture-raised non-GMO, with no explanation why the authors recommend this
• Suggesting that a plant based diet is insufficient and that you should consult a nutrition professional ... while quoting Weston A. Price as a source on nutrition ...
Honestly if I had known the author was a Weston A Price fangirl I wouldn't have bothered with it, a few minutes of research will show that his work has been completely debunked, and that his recommendations are widely accepted to be dangerous and incorrect.
Edited to add - Says reduce inflammatory foods then includes bacon in the recipes - a group 1 carcinogen...
But chapter 5, yikes.
• Lots of pro Weston A. Price material - really undermines all credibility the author had
• Pro raw milk messaging??? In 2024??
• Lots of focus on grass-fed pasture-raised non-GMO, with no explanation why the authors recommend this
• Suggesting that a plant based diet is insufficient and that you should consult a nutrition professional ... while quoting Weston A. Price as a source on nutrition ...
Honestly if I had known the author was a Weston A Price fangirl I wouldn't have bothered with it, a few minutes of research will show that his work has been completely debunked, and that his recommendations are widely accepted to be dangerous and incorrect.
Edited to add - Says reduce inflammatory foods then includes bacon in the recipes - a group 1 carcinogen...
cassondradubois's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
1.75
There were a few gems in this book. For the most part, it did not feel like the author had any evidence to back up any claims made. It was very spiritual which may be what some are looking for, and I did enjoy some spiritual aspects, but overall do not feel like it gave me practical guide to improving fertility.
curiousityoftulgey's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
exactly the kind of book anyone with Women’s hormones should read; especially if you are trying to conceive. I love taking the knowledge from so many revered cultures and packing it into one book. It’s not overwhelming and yet I left filled to the brim with knowledge.