Fertility Books

One of the first steps on the road to pregnancy is learning about our fertility - what fertility means, what might impair it, how to improve our chances for conception and a healthy pregnancy, and so on. Fertility books explain the biology and give us tips and guidance when fertility problems arise.

Here are several great books to get started:

Helping the Stork
by Carol Frost Vercollone, Heidi Moss, Robert Moss
Heidi Moss, a clinical social worker counseling infertile couples, and Robert Moss, a professor in the field of genetics and developmental biology, now the parents of two children conceived via donor insemination, wrote this book after searching in vain for information on the subject.

Making a Baby
by Debra Fulghum Bruce & Samuel Thatcher
This book provides the information you need to become your most fertile - and increase your chances for having the baby you've always wanted.

Natural Fertility
by Nikki Bradford
Increase your chances of getting pregnant without medical intervention. Filled with advice, this practical guide is ideal for couples who are having difficulty conceiving as well as for women who are worried about their fertility declining with age.

The Fastest Way to Get Pregnant Naturally
by Christopher Williams M.D.
In clear, accessible language, Dr. Williams reviews the male and female reproductive system, discusses when to stop birth control, dispels myths and rumors about fertility, and explains how to predict ovulation.