Chinese herbs for fertility have been reported to have been used as far back as 200 A.D.

Couples who are trying to have babies and have problems with infertility can choose from different treatments in order to increase their chances of having a baby. There are different treatments like in vitro fertilization and even natural treatments that are based on Chinese herbs for fertility.

One of the most popular Chinese herbs for fertility is Dong quai. It became popular during the 19th century all around Europe. It was prescribed to treat infertility and menstruation problems. It was believed that the herb has agents which help restore and regulate hormones such as estrogen in order to balance bodily functions such as menstruation and fertility.

There has been scientific research that can prove the effects of Chinese herbs for fertility such as Dong quai and its extracts, however, the results have been inconclusive. While there is no scientific evidence that supports or denies the fact that these kind of herbs improve fertility, one needs to look at the long history of herbal treatments and how they have appeared to work for more than 1,000 years. The fact that people have been using it for a long time can attest that Chinese herbs for fertility do help women get pregnant.

One of the reasons this herb has been so successful in China is because it is used with a mix of other medicinal supplements or herbs. It is also used for different purposes such as liver problems or to treat spleen deficiency. According to Chinese healers, the herb works better for people who have a ying profile. Remembering that ancient practices believe in a duality and the balance between opposing sides helps people understand the use of this herb. Dong quai is known as an herb that helps balance and restore a persons chi, or inward force, that flows with the rest of the universe.

Dong quai , like most Chinese herbs for fertility, is considered to act on the hormones of a woman.

It helps tone the uterus in order to prepare it for pregnancy. A healthy uterus is needed in order to retain the baby during the first trimester. The first trimester out of every pregnancy is highly risky and might lead to a miscarriage if the uterus is not strong or if the woman falls or is under a lot of stress. There are many different ways to take Chinese herbs for fertility. In the case of Dong quai it is best if it’s taken between the period of ovulation (when the egg is released via the fallopian tubes) and the time where the egg is secreted through menstruation.

There are times where traditional (Western) medicine might not seem so friendly, and people tend to go with alternative medicine.  The Chinese fertility calendar is also becoming a popular way to try to predict the gender of your baby if you do become pregnant.

The problem is that some medicines have adverse effects on certain people. It is best to consult a doctor in order to avoid any other health problems related to taking any kind of Chinese herbs for fertility.