A Dubious Guide to Conception: A Scathing Review

I stumbled upon this book by accident, and I'm glad I didn't spend a penny on it. Reading it was a waste of my most precious resource – time.

I've personally experienced the struggle of trying to conceive and give birth. I've had three failed pregnancies, including one that ended in a C-section.

Over the past seven years, I've read a ton of literature on the topic, hoping to find a magic solution or something that would make it easy to have a long-awaited child.

The more I read this kind of literature, the more I see how it benefits the authors, not the readers.

This author, like many others, seems to be making money off desperate people, rather than helping them.

Let's break it down.

1. The author suggests practicing communication with the soul of the child before conception, calling it a 'game of resonance.'

But the communication with the soul of the child is presented as magical thinking.

The author suggests having a mental conversation with a non-existent child in your head. A non-existent child, because your subconscious will respond based on your desires, not some voice from another world (as the author presents it). Voices in your head have a different name – a well-known medical diagnosis. It seems like the author has it.

One thing is trying to manifest some thoughts to help your desire, and another is following the author's method, making conception and giving birth the meaning of your life to the point where it can lead to actual obsession. Like there's nothing else in life. The child is put first even before conception. It's probably comparable to wanting to put your life on the line to win Olympic gold. You don't even talk to the medal.

2. The idea of having only one child (or children), as the author suggests, is a very destructive setup for a person. It's even more destructive when children are given magical and healing properties.

Children are our sponsors. They can 'attract' the necessary money for us if we agree with them and if it's truly necessary for them.

There's too much magic in 'resonance' with the soul of the child for my taste.

I've gotta say, the author's story about how her kid's soul helped her husband close some tough clients was a real eye-opener. It's like a magic trick, but on a blue helicopter. Or maybe it's just the universe working its magic. But why her kid's soul specifically? I'm still trying to wrap my head around that one.

One thing that really stood out to me was how the author promotes her own courses throughout the book. It's a family business, apparently – she and her husband team up to offer these marathons and courses. And get this – she even created some kind of maps to connect with your kid's soul... It's like she's been told by some higher power that she's destined to bring souls into the world.

I remember this one time when fate led me to Mount Sinai, also known as Moses' Mountain. At 2285 meters high, I felt something strange in the air – like my heart was beating faster for no reason. That's when I realized my true mission.

I was told that I'd be helping new souls come into this world through me. I had to help as many kids as possible make it to earth. And that's when my inner light started to shine.

I have to ask – why didn't she just buy a lottery ticket and win the jackpot instead? Or ask her kid's soul where she could strike it rich? It's clear that she's making a living off people who are desperate for kids. Desperate, not crazy – there's a difference.

4. Controversial techniques.

One of the methods that really raised an eyebrow for me was the idea of signing a contract with the soul of the unborn child. Apparently, this will attract the soul faster if they see a written guarantee of what's waiting for them in the world – a house, a car, multiple bank accounts on the Maldives... or a small apartment with a mortgage. I mean, who needs a notary public when you can just sign a contract with the soul of a kid? And what's to stop someone from signing this contract at midnight on a street corner? It's like something out of a dark ritual. And what about the heavenly forces – do they approve of this kind of thing? It's like she's expecting couples to get married without a prenup, but then she needs a contract with the soul of a kid. And why not just give them a certificate of guaranteed happiness instead? Millions in the bank would definitely attract the soul faster.

I've got to say, if you're not emotionally ready to become a parent, then having a kid might not be the best idea. I mean, if you're not financially stable, it's going to be tough to provide for your child. So, take some time to figure out your priorities and get your life together before bringing a new life into the world.

5. A lot of criticism from the author.

The author is criticizing people who are considering having a child but might not be entirely sure why they want one. It's like, if you're only having a kid because your mom wants to be a grandma or because society is pressuring you, then maybe you shouldn't be having a kid.

But then, the author turns around and says that people who are struggling with addiction or other issues are somehow more deserving of having a child. It just doesn't add up.

The author is using a really narrow-minded approach to this topic. They're saying that if you're not emotionally ready to be a parent, then you shouldn't be having a kid. But what about people who are struggling with addiction or other issues? Don't they deserve a chance to be parents too?

Are you wanting a child, but feeling conflicted? If you don't take the time to work through your feelings before getting pregnant, you might end up feeling like you're pushing the baby out of your body. Morning sickness is often a sign that your body is resisting the pregnancy and the new life growing inside you.

I have to say, I found the author's take on morning sickness to be pretty amusing. Of course, your body is going to resist the pregnancy on a cellular level. That's just basic biology. The author could have benefited from a refresher course on biology and obstetrics before writing this book.

Morning sickness, miscarriage, and failed pregnancies are often a sign that you're not putting enough effort into becoming a parent. It's not that you're not meant to be a parent, it's just that you need to put in the work.

The Verdict

This book left a bad taste in my mouth. I saw it as nothing more than a way for the author to make some money. It didn't inspire me at all.