妊娠一月，名始胚，饮食精熟，酸美受御，宜食大麦，无食腥辛，是谓才正。
妊娠一月，足厥阴脉养，不可针灸其经。足厥阴内属于肝，肝主筋及血，一月之时，血
行痞涩，不为力事，寝必安静，无令恐畏。
妊娠一月，阴阳新合为胎，寒多为痛，热多卒惊，举重腰痛腹满胞急，卒有所下，当预
安之，宜服乌雌鸡汤方。
乌雌鸡一只（治如食法） 茯苓（一两） 吴茱萸（一升） 芍药 白术（各三两） 麦
门冬（五合
上十味，切，以水一斗二升，煮鸡，取汁六升，去鸡下药，煮取三升，内酒三升，并胶
烊尽，取三升，去滓，温服一升，日三服。
若曾伤一月胎者，当预服补胎汤方。
细辛（一两） 防风（二两） 乌梅（一升） 吴茱萸（五合） 干地黄 白术（各一
两） 大麦（五
上八味，切，以水七升，煮取二升半，去滓，分温三服。若寒多者，倍细辛、茱萸；若
热多渴者，去细辛、茱萸，加栝蒌根二两；若有所思，去大麦加柏子仁三合。忌生菜、芜荑、
桃
妊娠二月，名始膏，无食辛臊，居必静处，男子勿劳，百节皆痛，是谓胎始结。
妊娠二月，足少阳脉养，不可针灸其经，足少阳内属于胆，胆主精，二月之时，儿精成
于胞
妊娠二月，始阴阳踞经，有寒多坏不成，有热即萎，辛中风寒，有所动摇，心满脐下悬
急，腰背强痛，卒有所下，乍寒乍热，艾汤主之方。
丹参（三两） 当归 人参 麻黄（去节） 艾叶 阿胶（炙各二两） 甘草（一两炙）
大枣（十
上九味，切，以酒三升，水一斗，内药煮减半，去滓内胶，煎取三升，分温三服。忌海
藻、菘菜。
若伤二月胎者，当预服黄连汤方。
黄连 人参（各一两） 吴茱萸（五合） 生地黄（五两） 生姜（三两）
上五味，切，以醋浆七升，煮取三升，分四服，日三夜一，每十日一作。若颇觉不安，
加乌梅一升，加乌梅者不用浆，直用水耳。忌猪肉、冷水、芜荑。一方用当归半两。（《外台》
卷三十三）
妊娠三月，名始胎，当此之时，未有定仪，见物而化，欲生男者操弓矢，欲生女者弄珠
玑，欲子美好，数视璧玉，欲子贤良，端坐清虚，是谓外象而内感者也。
妊娠三月，手心主脉养，不可针灸其经，手心主内属于心，无悲哀无思虑惊动。
妊娠三月，为定形，有寒大便青，有热小便难，不赤即黄，卒惊恐忧愁嗔恚喜顿仆，动
于经脉，腹满绕脐苦痛，腰背痛，卒有所下，雄鸡汤方。
雄鸡（一只治如法食） 甘草（炙） 人参 茯苓 阿胶 （各二两） 黄芩 白术（各
一两） 麦
上十一味，切，以水一斗五升煮鸡减半，内药煮取半，内清酒三升并胶再煎，取三升分
三服。一日尽之，当温卧。忌海藻、菘菜、酢物、桃李、雀肉等。一方用当归、芎 二两，
不用黄芩、生姜。
若曾伤三月胎者，当预服茯神汤方。
茯神 丹参 龙骨（各一两） 阿胶 当归 甘草（炙） 人参（各二两） 赤小豆（二
十一粒）
上九味，切，酢浆一斗，煮取三升，分四服，七日后服一剂，腰痛者加桑寄生二两。忌
海藻、菘菜。（《外台》卷三十三）
妊娠四月，始受水精，以成血脉，宜食稻粳，羹宜鱼雁，是谓成血气，以通耳目，而行
经络。
妊娠四月，手少阳脉养，不可针灸其经，手少阳内输三焦，四月之时，儿六腑顺成，当
静形体，和心志，节饮食。
妊娠四月，为离经。有寒心下温温欲呕，胸膈满，不欲食。有热小便难数，数如淋状，
脐下苦急。卒风寒，颈项强痛，寒热。或惊动身躯，腰背腹痛，往来有时，胎上迫胸，心烦
不得安，卒有所下，菊花汤方。
菊花（如鸡子大一枚） 麦门冬（去心一升） 麻黄（三两去节） 阿胶（三两炙） 甘
草（二两炙） 当归（二两） 人参（一两半） 生姜（五两） 半夏（二两洗） 大枣（十
二枚擘）
上十味，切，以水八升煮，减半，内清酒三升，并阿胶煎，取三升，分三服，温卧，当
汗以
若曾伤四月胎者，当预服调中汤方。
芍药（四两） 甘草（炙） 芎 续断（各一两） 生李根白皮 柴胡 白术（各三
两） 乌梅（一
上十二味，切，以水一斗，煮取三升，分四服，日三夜一，八日复服一剂。一方用半夏
二两
妊娠五月，始受火精，以成其气，卧必晏起，沐浴浣衣，深其居处，浓其衣裳，朝吸天
光，以避寒殃，其食稻麦，其羹牛羊，和以茱萸，调以五味，是谓养气，以定五脏。
妊娠五月，足太阴脉养，不可针灸其经，足太阴内输于脾，五月之时，儿四肢成，无大
饥，无甚饱，无食干燥，无自炙热，无大劳倦。
妊娠五月，毛发初生，有热苦头眩，心乱呕吐，有寒苦腹满痛，小便数，卒有恐怖，四
肢疼痛，寒热，胎动无常处，腹痛闷顿欲仆，卒有所下，阿胶汤方。
阿胶（四两炙） 人参（一两） 麦门冬（一升去心） 生姜（六两） 吴茱萸 旋复
花当归 芍
上十味，切，以水九升，煮减半，内清酒三升并胶，微火煎，取三升半，分四服，日三
服夜一，先食。再服便愈，不瘥更服，忌海藻、菘菜。
若曾伤五月胎者，当预服安中汤方。
甘草（炙） 芍药（各二两） 当归 人参 干地黄 芎 （各二两） 五味子（五合）
麦门冬（
上十二味，切，以水七升，清酒五升，煮取三升半，分四服，日三夜一。七日复服一剂。
忌
妊娠六月，始受金精，以成其筋，身欲微劳，无得静处，出游于野，数观走犬、马，食
宜鸷鸟、猛兽之肉，是谓变腠理纫筋，以养其力，以坚背膂。
妊娠六月，足阳明脉养，不可针灸其经，足阳明内属于胃，主其口目，六月之时，儿口
目皆成，调五味，食甘美，无大饱。
妊娠六月，卒有所动不安，寒热往来，腹内胀满，身体肿，惊怖，忽有所下，腹痛如欲
产，手足烦疼，麦门冬汤方。
麦门冬（去心一升） 甘草（炙） 人参（各一两） 干地黄（三两） 黄芩（二两） 阿
胶（四两）
上八味，切，以水七升，煮减半，内清酒二升并胶，煎取三升，分三服，每服如人行三、
四里，中间进糜粥。忌海藻、菘菜、芜荑。
若曾伤六月胎，当预服柴胡汤方。
柴胡（四两） 芍药（一方作紫葳） 白术 甘草（炙各二两） 麦门冬（三两去心） 苁
蓉（一两） 芎 （二两） 干地黄（五两） 生姜（六两） 大枣（三十枚擘）
上十味，切，以水一斗，煮取三升，分四服，日三夜一，中间进糜粥，勿食生冷及坚强
之物，七日更服一剂。忌海藻、菘菜、芜荑、桃李，雀肉等。一方有黄芩二两。
妊娠七月，始受木精，以成骨，劳身摇肢，无使定止，动作屈伸，以运血气，自此后居
处必燥，饮食避寒，常食粳稻，以密腠理，是谓养骨而坚齿。
妊娠七月，手太阴脉养，不可针灸其经，手太阴内属于肺，肺主皮毛，七月之时，儿皮
毛已成，无大言，无号哭，无薄衣，无洗浴，无寒饮。
妊娠七月，忽惊恐，摇动，腹痛，卒有所下，手足厥冷，脉若伤寒，烦热腹满，短气，
常苦颈项腰背强，葱白汤方。
葱白（长三四寸十四枚） 半夏（洗） 麦门冬（去心各一升） 生姜（八两） 甘草
（炙） 当归 黄 （各三两） 阿胶（四两） 人参（一两半） 黄芩（一两） 旋复花
（一把）
上十一味，切，以水八升，煮减半，内清酒三升并胶，煎取四升，温服一升，日三夜一，
温卧当汗出，若不出者加麻黄二两煮，服如前法，若秋后勿强责汗。忌羊肉、饧、海藻、菘
菜等。
若曾伤七月胎者，当预服杏仁汤方。
杏仁（去双仁皮尖） 甘草（炙） 钟乳（研各二两） 麦门冬（去心） 吴茱萸（各
一两） 干姜
上九味，切，以水八升，煮取三升半，分四服，日三夜一，中间进食，七日服一剂，忌
海藻
妊娠八月，始常土精，以成肤革，和心静息，无使气极，是谓密腠理，光泽颜色。
妊娠八月，手阳明脉养，不可针灸其经，手阳明内属于大肠，大肠主九窍，八月之时，
儿九窍皆成，无食燥物，无辄失食，无忍大起。
妊娠八月，中风寒有所犯触，身体尽痛，乍寒乍热，胎动不安，常苦头眩痛，绕脐下寒，
时时小便，白如米汁，或青或黄，或使寒栗，腰背苦冷痛，而目视茫茫，芍药汤方。
芍药（四分） 人参 当归 甘草（炙各三两） 白术（一两） 浓朴（二两炙） 薤
白（切一升）
上八味，切，以水五升，酒四升合煮，取三升，分三服，日再夜一，忌海藻、菘菜、桃
李、雀肉等。
若曾伤八月胎者，当预服葵子汤方。（《外台》卷三十三）
甘草（炙三两） 芍药（二两一方四两） 柴胡（三两） 葵子（一升） 白术（三
两） 生姜（六两
上八味，切，以水九升，煮取三升，分三服，日三。十日服一剂。忌海藻、菘菜、桃李、
雀肉等。
妊娠九月，始受石精，以成皮毛，六腑百节，莫不毕备，饮 食甘，缓带自持而待之，
是谓养毛发，多才力。
妊娠九月，足少阴脉养，不可针灸其经，足少阴内属于肾，肾主续缕，九月之时，儿脉
续缕皆成，无处湿冷，无着炙衣。
妊娠九月，若卒下痢，腹满悬急，胎上冲心，腰背痛，不可转侧，短气，半夏汤方。
半夏（洗） 麦门冬（去心各五合） 干姜（一两） 当归 吴茱萸 阿胶（炙各三两）
大枣（十
上七味，切，以水九升，煮取三升，去滓，内白蜜八合，微火上温，分四服，痢即止。
忌血物、饧等。
若曾伤九月胎者，当预服猪肾汤方。
猪肾（一具） 茯苓 桑寄生 干姜 干地黄 芎 （各三两） 白术（四两） 麦门
冬（一升去
上十味，切，以水一斗，煮肾令熟，去肾内诸药，煎取三升半，分四服，日三夜一，十
日更一剂。忌猪肉、冷冰、芜荑、桃李、雀肉、酢物等。（《外台》卷三十三）
妊娠十月，五脏俱备，六腑齐通，纳天地气于丹田，故使关节人神皆备，但俟时而生.
（《外台》卷三十三）
变女为男法。
取弓弦一枚，绛囊盛，带妇左臂。（《医心方》卷二十四）
In the first month of pregnancy, it is called "Shi Pei" (Initial Embryo). Diet should be fine and well-cooked, with a preference for sour and delicious flavors. Barley (*Hordeum vulgare*) is suitable to eat, while fishy and pungent/spicy foods should be avoided. This is referred to as "Cai Zheng" (Establishing the Foundation).
During the first month of pregnancy, the Foot Jueyin Liver Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Foot Jueyin internally connects to the Liver, which governs the sinews and blood. In the first month, the flow of Qi and Blood is slightly stagnant; one should not engage in strenuous labor, sleep must be quiet, and fear should be prevented.
In the first month, Yin and Yang newly combine to form the embryo. If Cold predominates, pain may occur; if Heat predominates, sudden palpitations or fright may arise. Lifting heavy objects may cause lower back pain, abdominal fullness, uterine tension, or sudden vaginal bleeding. In such cases, the fetus should be stabilized in advance. The Wuci Ji Tang (Black Hen Decoction) is appropriate.
*Ingredients:* One Black Hen (prepared for cooking), Fu Ling (Poria, 1 liang), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit, 1 sheng), Bai Shao (White Peony Root), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, each 3 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, 5 he).
*Preparation:* Chop the ten ingredients. Boil the hen in 12 dou of water until the volume reduces to 6 sheng. Remove the chicken, add the remaining herbs, and boil until 3 sheng remains. Add 3 sheng of wine and melt the gelatin (Ejiao) into the decoction. Strain. Warm and take 1 sheng per dose, three times daily.
If the first month's pregnancy has been previously injured, the Bu Tai Tang (Fetus-Nourishing Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Xi Xin (Asarum Root, 1 liang), Fang Feng (Saposhnikovia Root, 2 liang), Wu Mei (Mume Fruit, 1 sheng), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit, 5 he), Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, dried, Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, each 1 liang), Da Mai (Barley, 5 he).
*Preparation:* Chop the eight ingredients. Boil in 7 sheng of water until 2.5 sheng remains. Strain. Divide into three warm doses. If Cold predominates, double the dosage of Xi Xin and Wu Zhu Yu. If Heat predominates with thirst, remove Xi Xin and Wu Zhu Yu, and add Gua Lou Gen (Trichosanthes Root, 2 liang). If there is excessive thinking/worry, remove Da Mai and add Bai Zi Ren (Biota Seed, 3 he). Avoid raw vegetables, Yuan Yi (Chuanxinlian/Herba Siegesbeckiae), and peach flesh.
In the second month of pregnancy, it is called "Shi Gao" (Initial Paste). Avoid pungent and fishy/smelly foods. Reside in a quiet place. The husband should avoid exertion. The mother may experience pain in all joints. This is when the fetus begins to knot together.
During the second month, the Foot Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Foot Shaoyang internally connects to the Gallbladder, which stores essence. In the second month, the fetal essence forms in the uterus.
In the second month, Yin and Yang begin to accumulate in the meridians. If Cold predominates, the fetus may fail to develop properly; if Heat predominates, the fetus may wither. Exposure to Wind-Cold may cause fetal movement. Symptoms include chest fullness, urgency below the navel, stiffness and pain in the lower back, sudden vaginal bleeding, alternating chills and fever. Ai Tang (Mugwort Decoction) is the primary treatment.
*Ingredients:* Dan Shen (Salvia Miltiorrhiza Root, 3 liang), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root), Ma Huang (Ephedra Stem, de-segmented), Ai Ye (Artemisia Argyi Leaf), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, roasted, each 2 liang), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted, 1 liang), Da Zao (Jujube, 10 pieces).
*Preparation:* Chop the nine ingredients. Boil in 3 sheng of wine and 1 dou of water until reduced by half. Strain, add the gelatin, and simmer until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three warm doses. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus) and Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage).
If the second month's pregnancy has been injured, the Huang Lian Tang (Coptis Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Huang Lian (Coptis Rhizome), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, each 1 liang), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit, 5 he), Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, fresh, 5 liang), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 3 liang).
*Preparation:* Chop the five ingredients. Boil in 7 sheng of vinegar-water mixture until 3 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Prepare a batch every ten days. If significant discomfort is felt, add Wu Mei (Mume Fruit, 1 sheng); when adding Wu Mei, use plain water instead of vinegar-water. Avoid pork, cold water, and Yuan Yi. Another version includes Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root, 0.5 liang). (From *Wai Tai Mi Yao*, Vol. 33)
In the third month of pregnancy, it is called "Shi Tai" (Initial Fetus). At this time, the form is not yet fixed and is influenced by external stimuli. To conceive a boy, handle bows and arrows; to conceive a girl, handle pearls and beads. To have a beautiful child, frequently view jade ornaments. To have a virtuous child, sit upright in a quiet and empty space. This is known as "External Image Influencing Internal Sensation."
During the third month, the Hand Jueyin Pericardium Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Hand Jueyin internally connects to the Heart. The pregnant woman should avoid sorrow, excessive thought, and agitation.
In the third month, the fetal form begins to solidify. If Cold predominates, stool may be green. If Heat predominates, urination may be difficult, yellow or red. Sudden fright, grief, anger, or excessive joy causing falls can disturb the meridians. Symptoms include abdominal fullness, severe pain around the navel, lower back pain, and sudden vaginal bleeding. Xiong Ji Tang (Male Chicken Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* One Male Chicken (prepared for cooking), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root), Fu Ling (Poria), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, each 2 liang), Huang Qin (Scutellaria Root), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, each 1 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber).
*Preparation:* Chop the eleven ingredients. Boil the chicken in 1.5 dou of water until reduced by half. Add the herbs and boil until half the liquid remains. Add 3 sheng of clear wine and the gelatin, simmer again until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three doses. Consume within one day. Rest warmly after taking. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage), vinegar products, peaches, plums, and sparrow meat. Another version adds Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root) and Xiong Qiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Rhizome, each 2 liang), omitting Huang Qin and Sheng Jiang.
If the third month's pregnancy has been injured, the Fu Shen Tang (Poria with Heartwood Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Fu Shen (Poria with Pine Root), Dan Shen (Salvia Miltiorrhiza Root), Long Gu (Fossilized Bones, each 1 liang), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, each 2 liang), Chi Xiao Dou (Adzuki Bean, 21 grains).
*Preparation:* Chop the nine ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of vinegar-water until 3 sheng remains. Divide into four doses. Take one dose every seven days. For lower back pain, add Sang Ji Sheng (Taxillus Branch, 2 liang). Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus) and Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage). (From *Wai Tai Mi Yao*, Vol. 33)
In the fourth month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Water to form blood vessels. Rice (*Oryza sativa*) is suitable to eat, and fish or wild goose are suitable for soup. This is called forming Qi and Blood to open the ears and eyes and circulate through the meridians.
During the fourth month, the Hand Shaoyang Sanjiao (Triple Burner) Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Hand Shaoyang internally connects to the Sanjiao. In the fourth month, the six fu-organs of the fetus develop in sequence. The body should remain still, the mind calm, and diet regulated.
In the fourth month, it is called "Li Jing" (Leaving the Meridian). If Cold predominates, there may be a feeling of warmth in the epigastrium with nausea, chest and diaphragm fullness, and loss of appetite. If Heat predominates, urination may be difficult and frequent, resembling strangury, with urgency below the navel. Sudden exposure to Wind-Cold causes neck stiffness and pain, chills, and fever. Agitation may cause body movements, lower back and abdominal pain occurring intermittently, fetal Qi rushing to the chest, restlessness, or sudden vaginal bleeding. Ju Hua Tang (Chrysanthemum Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum Flower, size of a chicken egg, 1 piece), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, 1 sheng), Ma Huang (Ephedra Stem, de-segmented, 3 liang), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, roasted, 3 liang), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted, 2 liang), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root, 2 liang), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, 1.5 liang), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 5 liang), Ban Xia (Pinellia Tuber, washed, 2 liang), Da Zao (Jujube, 12 pieces, split).
*Preparation:* Chop the ten ingredients. Boil in 8 sheng of water until reduced by half. Add 3 sheng of clear wine and the gelatin, simmer until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three doses. Rest warmly. Sweating is expected to expel pathogens.
If the fourth month's pregnancy has been injured, the Tiao Zhong Tang (Middle-Joint Regulating Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Bai Shao (White Peony Root, 4 liang), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Xiong Qiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Rhizome), Xu Duan (Dipsacus Root), Sheng Li Gen Bai Pi (White Bark of Fresh Plum Root), Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, each 3 liang), Wu Mei (Mume Fruit, 1 piece).
*Preparation:* Chop the twelve ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of water until 3 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Take another dose eight days later. Another version includes Ban Xia (Pinellia Tuber, 2 liang).
In the fifth month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Fire to form its Qi. Sleep late. Bathe and wash clothes. Live in deep, secluded places. Wear thick clothing. Inhale morning sunlight to avoid Cold disasters. Eat rice and barley. Eat beef and mutton soups. Season with Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit) and balance the Five Flavors. This is called nourishing Qi to stabilize the Zang organs.
During the fifth month, the Foot Taiyin Spleen Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Foot Taiyin internally connects to the Spleen. In the fifth month, the fetal limbs form. Avoid extreme hunger or satiety. Do not eat dry foods. Do not expose oneself to excessive heat. Avoid overexertion and fatigue.
In the fifth month, fetal hair begins to grow. If Heat predominates, dizziness, mental confusion, and vomiting may occur. If Cold predominates, abdominal fullness and pain, and frequent urination may occur. Sudden fright may cause limb pain, chills and fever, unpredictable fetal movement, severe abdominal pain leading to fainting, or sudden vaginal bleeding. Ejiao Tang (Donkey-Hide Gelatin Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, roasted, 4 liang), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, 1 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, 1 sheng), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 6 liang), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit), Xuan Fu Hua (Inula Flower), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Bai Shao (White Peony Root).
*Preparation:* Chop the ten ingredients. Boil in 9 sheng of water until reduced by half. Add 3 sheng of clear wine and the gelatin, simmer on low heat until 3.5 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Take before meals. A second dose will cure it; if not cured, continue taking. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus) and Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage).
If the fifth month's pregnancy has been injured, the An Zhong Tang (Middle-Stabilizing Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Bai Shao (White Peony Root, each 2 liang), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root), Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, dried), Xiong Qiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Rhizome, each 2 liang), Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra Berry, 5 he), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber).
*Preparation:* Chop the twelve ingredients. Boil in 7 sheng of water and 5 sheng of clear wine until 3.5 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Take another dose seven days later. Avoid [missing text].
In the sixth month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Metal to form tendons. The body should undergo slight labor; do not stay still. Go out to the fields. Watch running dogs and horses. Eat meat from birds of prey and fierce beasts. This is called changing the pores and toughening the tendons to build strength and strengthen the back and spine.
During the sixth month, the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Foot Yangming internally connects to the Stomach, which governs the mouth and eyes. In the sixth month, the fetal mouth and eyes form. Balance the Five Flavors, eat sweet and delicious foods, and avoid overeating.
In the sixth month, if the fetus moves suddenly and uncomfortably, with chills and fever, abdominal distension, body edema, fright, sudden vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain resembling labor, and painful restlessness in hands and feet, Mai Men Dong Tang (Ophiopogon Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, 1 sheng), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, each 1 liang), Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, dried, 3 liang), Huang Qin (Scutellaria Root, 2 liang), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, 4 liang).
*Preparation:* Chop the eight ingredients. Boil in 7 sheng of water until reduced by half. Add 2 sheng of clear wine and the gelatin, simmer until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three doses. After each dose, walk for the distance a person covers in three or four li, consuming millet porridge in between. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage), and Yuan Yi.
If the sixth month's pregnancy has been injured, the Chai Hu Tang (Bupleurum Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root, 4 liang), Bai Shao (White Peony Root, or Zi Wei in another version), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted, each 2 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, 3 liang), Rong蓉 (Cistanche Stem, 1 liang), Xiong Qiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Rhizome, 2 liang), Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, dried, 5 liang), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 6 liang), Da Zao (Jujube, 30 pieces, split).
*Preparation:* Chop the ten ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of water until 3 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Consume millet porridge in between. Avoid cold/raw and hard foods. Take another dose seven days later. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage), Yuan Yi, peaches, plums, and sparrow meat. Another version includes Huang Qin (Scutellaria Root, 2 liang).
In the seventh month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Wood to form bones. Labor the body, shake the limbs, do not keep them still. Move and bend/stretch to circulate Qi and Blood. From this point on, reside in dry places, avoid Cold in diet, and eat rice regularly to tighten the pores. This is called nourishing bones and strengthening teeth.
During the seventh month, the Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Hand Taiyin internally connects to the Lung, which governs skin and hair. In the seventh month, fetal skin and hair form. Do not speak loudly, do not cry, do not wear thin clothes, do not bathe, and do not drink cold liquids.
In the seventh month, sudden fright, shaking, abdominal pain, sudden vaginal bleeding, cold extremities, pulse resembling Shang Han (Cold Damage), irritability, abdominal fullness, shortness of breath, and chronic stiffness in the neck, lower back, and back indicate the need for Cong Bai Tang (Scallion White Decoction).
*Ingredients:* Cong Bai (Scallion White, 3-4 cun long, 14 pieces), Ban Xia (Pinellia Tuber, washed), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, each 1 sheng), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 8 liang), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Huang Qi (Astragalus Root, each 3 liang), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, 4 liang), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root, 1.5 liang), Huang Qin (Scutellaria Root, 1 liang), Xuan Fu Hua (Inula Flower, 1 bundle).
*Preparation:* Chop the eleven ingredients. Boil in 8 sheng of water until reduced by half. Add 3 sheng of clear wine and the gelatin, simmer until 4 sheng remains. Warm and take 1 sheng per dose, three times during the day and once at night. Rest warmly to induce sweating. If sweating does not occur, add Ma Huang (Ephedra Stem, 2 liang) and boil further. Follow previous administration methods. Do not force sweating after autumn. Avoid mutton, malt sugar, Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), and Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage).
If the seventh month's pregnancy has been injured, the Xing Ren Tang (Apricot Kernel Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Xing Ren (Apricot Seed, remove double kernels, skin, and tips), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted), Zhong Ru (Halloysitum, ground, each 2 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit, each 1 liang), Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger).
*Preparation:* Chop the nine ingredients. Boil in 8 sheng of water until 3.5 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Eat in between. Take one dose every seven days. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus).
In the eighth month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Earth to form skin and flesh. Keep the mind peaceful and breathing calm. Do not let Qi become extreme. This tightens the pores and gives luster to the complexion.
During the eighth month, the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Hand Yangming internally connects to the Large Intestine, which governs the nine orifices. In the eighth month, fetal nine orifices form. Do not eat dry foods. Do not skip meals. Do not hold urine and rise abruptly.
In the eighth month, if exposed to Wind-Cold, the whole body may ache, with alternating chills and fever, fetal restlessness, chronic dizziness and headache, coldness below the navel, frequent urination with white milky urine (or green/yellow), chills, cold pain in the lower back, and blurred vision. Shao Yao Tang (Peony Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* Bai Shao (White Peony Root, 4 fen), Ren Shen (Ginseng Root), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted, each 3 liang), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, 1 liang), Hou Po (Magnolia Bark, roasted, 2 liang), Xie Bai (Macrostemon Bulb, chopped, 1 sheng).
*Preparation:* Chop the eight ingredients. Boil in 5 sheng of water and 4 sheng of wine until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three doses: twice during the day and once at night. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage), peaches, plums, and sparrow meat.
If the eighth month's pregnancy has been injured, the Kui Zi Tang (Abutilon Seed Decoction) should be taken in advance. (From *Wai Tai Mi Yao*, Vol. 33)
*Ingredients:* Gan Cao (Licorice Root, roasted, 3 liang), Bai Shao (White Peony Root, 2 liang, or 4 liang in another version), Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root, 3 liang), Kui Zi (Abutilon Seed, 1 sheng), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, 3 liang), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger, 6 liang).
*Preparation:* Chop the eight ingredients. Boil in 9 sheng of water until 3 sheng remains. Divide into three doses, three times daily. Take one dose every ten days. Avoid Hai Zao (Sargassum Thallus), Song Cai (Chinese Cabbage), peaches, plums, and sparrow meat.
In the ninth month of pregnancy, the fetus begins to receive the essence of Stone to form skin and hair. The six fu-organs and hundred joints are complete. Eat sweet foods. Loosen the belt and wait patiently. This nourishes hair and increases strength.
During the ninth month, the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian nourishes the fetus. Acupuncture and moxibustion on this meridian should be avoided. The Foot Shaoyin internally connects to the Kidney, which governs the connecting threads (meridians/vessels). In the ninth month, fetal vessels are complete. Avoid damp and cold places. Do not wear heated clothes.
In the ninth month, if sudden diarrhea occurs with abdominal fullness and urgency, fetal Qi rushing to the heart, lower back pain, inability to turn, and shortness of breath, Ban Xia Tang (Pinellia Decoction) is indicated.
*Ingredients:* Ban Xia (Pinellia Tuber, washed), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, each 5 he), Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger, 1 liang), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis Root), Wu Zhu Yu (Evodia Fruit), Ejiao (Donkey-Hide Gelatin, roasted, each 3 liang), Da Zao (Jujube, 10 pieces).
*Preparation:* Chop the seven ingredients. Boil in 9 sheng of water until 3 sheng remains. Strain. Add 8 he of white honey, warm on low heat. Divide into four doses. Diarrhea will stop. Avoid blood products and malt sugar.
If the ninth month's pregnancy has been injured, the Zhu Shen Tang (Pig Kidney Decoction) should be taken in advance.
*Ingredients:* Zhu Shen (Pig Kidney, 1 unit), Fu Ling (Poria), Sang Ji Sheng (Taxillus Branch), Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger), Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, dried), Xiong Qiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Rhizome, each 3 liang), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala Rhizome, 4 liang), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, heart removed, 1 sheng).
*Preparation:* Chop the ten ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of water until the pig kidney is cooked. Remove the kidney, add the other herbs, and simmer until 3.5 sheng remains. Divide into four doses: three during the day and one at night. Take another dose ten days later. Avoid pork, ice, Yuan Yi, peaches, plums, sparrow meat, and vinegar products. (From *Wai Tai Mi Yao*, Vol. 33)
In the tenth month, the five Zang organs are complete, and the six Fu organs are fully connected. Heaven and Earth Qi are gathered in the Dantian. Thus, joints and spirit are complete, waiting only for the time to be born. (From *Wai Tai Mi Yao*, Vol. 33)
Method to Change Female to Male.
Take one bowstring, store it in a crimson bag, and carry it on the left arm of the pregnant woman. (From *Yi Xin Fang*, Vol. 24)