The Complete Guide to Female Fertility

by Kate Brian

With recent warnings about rising infertility rates and the dangers of delaying motherhood, many women are concerned about when or whether they will manage to have a baby. At the same time, news of the latest advances in reproductive technology suggest it may be possible to beat the female biological clock and put childbearing on hold. This practical and accessible guide answers the myriad questions that women have about fertility and pregnancy in the modern world. Proven facts are provided in an accessible manner with topics addressed including how the reproductive system works; when women are at their most fertile; how age affects chances of conceiving; how to boost fertility naturally; possible roadblocks to becoming pregnant; and what reproductive technology can do to help. Designed to inform and reassure, this essential resource also includes information on the common emotional aspects of relationships and fertility.

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Kate Brian began her career at the BBC as a News Trainee, and went on to work on Panorama before leaving for ITN. She spent ten years at ITN, working mainly on Channel Four News as a specialist producer covering Home Affairs.

Kate wrote her first book, In Pursuit of Parenthood, giving the patient perspective on IVF, after going through fertility treatment herself. Her two children were both IVF babies. Kate's second book, The Complete Guide to Female Fertility, was published by Piatkus in 2007, and she is currently working on a new book due out next year.

Kate is a member of the board of Infertility Network UK and has worked with the charity on numerous projects over the years. Kate was also a member of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority expert advisory group on multiple births.

Kate writes a blog that gives all the latest news and views on fertility issues, as well as useful advice and links for anyone trying to have a baby.

Reviews

[Francesca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very simple and would like to read again once I've read more on the topic. This book is a very good intro to fertility and she excels in making complex ideas seem easy.
Commendations on the references to single and lesbian mothers - this book focuses on women rather than (heteronormative) partners which I highly appreciate.

[elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was very basic, although fairly comprehensive. I was looking for something a bit more in-depth.

[Bonnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite a basic guide, really, and doesn't go into much depth. It's a good starting point, though.