Women's bodies, women's wisdom: creating physical and emotional health and healing

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Pt. 1. From external control to inner guidance: The patriarchal myth, the origin of the Mind/Body/Emotions split ; Feminine intelligence and a new mode of healing ; Inner guidance ; The female energy system -- Pt. 2. The anatomy of women's wisdom: The menstrual cycle ; The uterus ; The ovaries ; Reclaiming the erotic ; Vulva, vagina, cervix and lower urinary tract ; Breasts ; Our fertility ; Pregnancy and birthing ; Motherhood, bonding with your baby ; Menopause -- Pt. 3. Women's wisdom program for flourishing and healing: Steps for flourishing ; Getting the most out of your medical care ; Eat to flourish ; The power of movement ; Healing ourselves, healing our world.;In a supportive and informative manner, and using a holistic medical approach, Dr. Northrup encourages readers to create a personal medical plan, and includes much practical advice on choosing and relating to doctors. The middle of the book contains an in-depth guide to women's bodies and their health concerns.