The Midlife Bible: A Woman's Survival Guide [Paperback]

Michael P. Goodman (Author), Dee Adams (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2003

This book evolved from the insight and knowledge of a communicator with 33 years' experience in the practice of obstetrics, gynaecology, and peri-menopausal medicine. It comes from the author's working relationship with both 'Western medicine' and alternative approaches and a deep respect for the individual's intelligence, autonomy, and right, while learning the facts, to fashion her own therapy. This book is filled with positive energy and helpful solutions for everyone. There are no 'rights or wrongs' in this easily readable little text, only the pragmatic philosophy that there is a solution - a 'correct fit' for everyone. It is more complete than any other lay edition available, covering not only perimenopause, menopause, and hormones, but also PMS, bleeding problems, and all available alternative therapies. It offers honest information about breast cancer, and includes open discussion of sexuality and midlife enjoyment, bone density, pelvic support issues, fatigue syndromes, and the dilemma of childlessness at midlife. It acknowledges the many differing situations of midlife and acts as a guide for individualised decision making. It is also intended for husbands and family members to enable them to be helpful and supportive to the midlife women in their lives.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Dr. Goodman's honest, comprehensive look at the healthcare options available will save you time, energy, and money." -- Nancy Alspaugh and Marilyn Kentz --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Michael Goodman, M.D. is a Gynecologist, Certified Menopausal Clinician, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and Certified Clinical Bone Densiometrist. In his medical practice, he specializes in peri-menopausal medicine, midlife sexuality, osteoporosis prevention, gynecological ultrasound, and difficult-to-manage women’s health issues. Dr. Goodman received his training from Stanford University. He was an early pioneer in family-centered maternity care and was the first doctor in California to allow children to attend in-hospital births. He was also one of the first doctors in the nation to work with midwives and to allow fathers into operating rooms during C-sections. Dr. Goodman is an accredited Laparoscopic Surgeon and authored the first published U.S. series on Advanced Operative Laparoscopy. He has taught and proctored many courses and seminars on these procedures.

Product Details

• Paperback: 276 pages
• Publisher: Robert D. Reed Publishers (September 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931741328
• ISBN-13: 978-1931741323
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,719,734 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally! A book that really helps from a doctor who cares!, December 30, 2003

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Mary Caldwell (California, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Midlife Bible: A Woman's Survival Guide (Paperback)

I am extremely fortunate to be one of Dr. Goodman's patients! In an era where HMO's have a stranglehold on the standard of medical care we receive and most doctors are forced to treat their patients in an "assembly-line" fashion, it's very refreshing to find an experienced and caring physician who has successfully rebelled against that trend for the sake of being able to totally care for his patients. He spends the time to truly listen to the concerns of women, and takes a holistic approach to the challenges most women face during perimenopause and menopause.

All of the care and concern that one would experience in an office visit with him comes through in this book. Using a friendly, conversational style rather than complex medical terminology, Dr. Goodman's book reviews all of the changes women may experience during midlife, and discusses an array of options for treatment to alleviate symptoms. Everything is covered in depth and is easy to understand.

I have already given the book to a few of my friends, who have also praised it heartily. If you are beginning perimenopause and are struggling with the changes within your body, you're not going crazy! Purchase this book and be informed about your options as to how to ease the natural transition into a new phase of your life. I cannot recommend it highly enough!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mind/Body Balance in a Natural Way, June 27, 2007

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Michele C. Tracy (Sacramento, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Midlife Bible: A Woman's Survival Guide (Paperback)

I have lots of girlfriends at my yoga studio going through perimenopause. We are all trying to take a holistic approach to aging, trying to find the mind/body balance in a natural way. This book has given us a truly balanced viewpoint of hormone replacement theraphy vs. using herbs and other botanicals. It gives good information and insight about the lifestyle changes that can make the greatest difference - ladies there is no magic pill, but Dr. Goodman gives excellent advice about how to navigate the change with grace and wellness. Thanks to the "Bible" we've gained a better understanding about ourselves and can now tell the facts from the fiction.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Transition, Symptoms, and Alternative Solutions, April 5, 2007

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Richard R. Blake (Bridgman, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Midlife Bible: A Woman's Survival Guide (Paperback)

Michael P. Goodman, M.D., Certified Menopausal Practitioner and sex therapist, has written a complete, yet concise, informative, readable, up to date, affordable book that covers all the issues of feminine midlife. It is an excellent educational overview.

Dr. Goodman provides specific instruction on natural, nutritional, lifestyle and hormonal approaches to PMS, Peri-menopause, and menopause. The book deals with sexuality, stress, hormone alternatives, breast cancer, and bone density, as well as relationship issues. Case studies illustrate some alternative choices for dealing with specific symptoms.

Dee Adams' illustrations add a touch of subtle humor with droll captions to lighten up the frustrations of the transitional adjustments of midlife.

I enjoyed Michael's conversational writing style. After reading his book for men "Men-opause" I felt compelled to read more on the subject of midlife survival for women to better understand the changes my wife is experiencing so that we can work together to experience an ongoing, growing, and intimate relationship.

"The Midlife Bible" is an invaluable resource tool for women experiencing menopausal transitions and for husbands who want a better understanding of how to be supportive for their partner during this traumatic stage in life.