Introduction: Getting pregnancy, as you think, is not as easy as 123. While some women are blessed (though others consider this a curse) to have a very active fertility system, you may not have that. And that's when you need outside help. There are numerous methods that can help you get pregnant, but the best interventions are always the natural ones.
Difficulty: 3
Things You'll Need: healthy food, vitamins, minerals and herbal , A partner
Step 1. The first step to get pregnant is to have a partner. Do you have one already? Well, if you don not have one yet, then go find yourself one first. You can't expect to make a baby by yourself, can you? If you're married, then the partner would most likely be your husband (who else?). But if you aren't, you can have your boyfriend as your partner or even your friend (if in case you just need a donor so that you can have a baby all by yoursef).
Step 2. Are you using any form of ? If you are, then now is the right time to stop using it as well. The body takes some time to re adjust itself from the use of contraceptives, thus it is extremely important that you stop as soon as you decide that you want to get pregnant. Depo - Povera users, for example, have to wait for months before they eventually get pregnant. Some users, however, become pregnant right away - so the case really depends.
Women who use Depo - Povera, which is a contraceptive that is injectable, usually take months before they get pregnant. Again, this doesn't apply to all situations, since some women do get pregnant right away. Stopping the use of barrier methods, however, like male and females condoms may have an immediate effect since the use of these contraceptives do not affect a woman's chemistry in the first place.
Step 3. Start living healthy. This step does not only apply to you but for your partner as well. It is very important to rid the body of toxins, and avoid stresses that can pose problems with fertility. Here are some things that you and your partner can do:
- Eat a balanced diet. Include foods that are high in anti oxidant content, vitamins and minerals . Choose organic food over the normal ones, since organic foods are free from pesticides, which are linked to fertility problems as well.
- Smoking should also be ceased. Nicotine from cigaretttes can have detrimental effects on the mucous of the cervix and can lower sperm count.
- Any form of caffeine should be avoided. Caffeine also has detrimental effects on a woman's chances of getting pregnant. Too much caffeine (more than two cups of coffee or its equivalent for tea and soda) can increase a woman's chances of having a miscarriage.
- Exercising is as crucial as all the other factors there. Proper exercise keeps the body fit and also prepares the body for pregnancy. Exercising regularly de-stresses the body and helps you have better sleep at night.
- Sleep is another important factor. People who have adequate sleep have more leptin. Leptin is a hormone that plays a vital role in the fertility of a woman.
Step 4. Take Vitamins and Supplements. Now is the best time to start taking prenatal vitamins (Folic Acid). Take at least 400 mcg of folic acid now, and increase to 600 mcg once pregnant. Doing so plays a huge role in lowering the risk of your baby developing neural tube defects.
Herbal supplements are just as important as vitamins and mineral supplements as they balance the levels of the hormones. Calcuim, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6 are just some of the important minerals and vitamins. Some herbs that are just as essential are:
- Chamomile
- raspberry leaf
- licorice root
- ginkgo biloba
- Chamomile
Visit your health care provider first before taking in any supplement.
Step 5. Record Your Menstruation and Ovulation Time. Ovulation time is usually in the middle of the menstrual cycle, but you can determine yours by determining the length of your menstruation each month. If you menstruate regularly and starts every 28 days, then it is reasonable to assume that you ovulate around-- days right after you start menstruating. This can vary among women, though depending on the regularity or irregularity of her menstrual cycle.
Step 6. Have sex (unprotected, of course) During the days leading towards your ovulation. Do this regularly.
- While this may not be scientifically proven, plenty of people find the missionary position quite helpful. This is because the missionary position (especially the version where a pillow is placed under a woman's hips) places the cervix closer to the sperm. Try lying in bed after sex as well, becuase this gives the sperm more chance to reach the ovum.
- Relax. Some couples are too pressured and try hard enough to get pregnant that they eventually end up getting stressed out. Try to relax and keep the whole thing fun, and remember to keep the emotional intimacy there.
Step 7. Take a pregnancy test if you miss your period.
Step 8. If these things don't work during the first try, repeat the steps.
Tips:
- Consistency Diligence is key, so don't give up on your first try. Continuous effort is very important.
- Lighten the mood for sex. Remember to keep sex as a sensual thing, and not just as a chore. Lighten up and don't feel too pressured when you and your partner have sex
- Consult your doctor before trying to get pregnant, before taking in vitamins or supplements for your pregnancy endeavors.
Warnings:
- There are pregnancy myths all over, and some can even be dangerous instead of helpful. Inform yourself before following any unsolicited (or even solicited) advice.
- Make sure that you and your partner are free from any disease or infection before starting on unprotected sex. - 30224
Difficulty: 3
Things You'll Need: healthy food, vitamins, minerals and herbal , A partner
Step 1. The first step to get pregnant is to have a partner. Do you have one already? Well, if you don not have one yet, then go find yourself one first. You can't expect to make a baby by yourself, can you? If you're married, then the partner would most likely be your husband (who else?). But if you aren't, you can have your boyfriend as your partner or even your friend (if in case you just need a donor so that you can have a baby all by yoursef).
Step 2. Are you using any form of ? If you are, then now is the right time to stop using it as well. The body takes some time to re adjust itself from the use of contraceptives, thus it is extremely important that you stop as soon as you decide that you want to get pregnant. Depo - Povera users, for example, have to wait for months before they eventually get pregnant. Some users, however, become pregnant right away - so the case really depends.
Women who use Depo - Povera, which is a contraceptive that is injectable, usually take months before they get pregnant. Again, this doesn't apply to all situations, since some women do get pregnant right away. Stopping the use of barrier methods, however, like male and females condoms may have an immediate effect since the use of these contraceptives do not affect a woman's chemistry in the first place.
Step 3. Start living healthy. This step does not only apply to you but for your partner as well. It is very important to rid the body of toxins, and avoid stresses that can pose problems with fertility. Here are some things that you and your partner can do:
- Eat a balanced diet. Include foods that are high in anti oxidant content, vitamins and minerals . Choose organic food over the normal ones, since organic foods are free from pesticides, which are linked to fertility problems as well.
- Smoking should also be ceased. Nicotine from cigaretttes can have detrimental effects on the mucous of the cervix and can lower sperm count.
- Any form of caffeine should be avoided. Caffeine also has detrimental effects on a woman's chances of getting pregnant. Too much caffeine (more than two cups of coffee or its equivalent for tea and soda) can increase a woman's chances of having a miscarriage.
- Exercising is as crucial as all the other factors there. Proper exercise keeps the body fit and also prepares the body for pregnancy. Exercising regularly de-stresses the body and helps you have better sleep at night.
- Sleep is another important factor. People who have adequate sleep have more leptin. Leptin is a hormone that plays a vital role in the fertility of a woman.
Step 4. Take Vitamins and Supplements. Now is the best time to start taking prenatal vitamins (Folic Acid). Take at least 400 mcg of folic acid now, and increase to 600 mcg once pregnant. Doing so plays a huge role in lowering the risk of your baby developing neural tube defects.
Herbal supplements are just as important as vitamins and mineral supplements as they balance the levels of the hormones. Calcuim, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6 are just some of the important minerals and vitamins. Some herbs that are just as essential are:
- Chamomile
- raspberry leaf
- licorice root
- ginkgo biloba
- Chamomile
Visit your health care provider first before taking in any supplement.
Step 5. Record Your Menstruation and Ovulation Time. Ovulation time is usually in the middle of the menstrual cycle, but you can determine yours by determining the length of your menstruation each month. If you menstruate regularly and starts every 28 days, then it is reasonable to assume that you ovulate around-- days right after you start menstruating. This can vary among women, though depending on the regularity or irregularity of her menstrual cycle.
Step 6. Have sex (unprotected, of course) During the days leading towards your ovulation. Do this regularly.
- While this may not be scientifically proven, plenty of people find the missionary position quite helpful. This is because the missionary position (especially the version where a pillow is placed under a woman's hips) places the cervix closer to the sperm. Try lying in bed after sex as well, becuase this gives the sperm more chance to reach the ovum.
- Relax. Some couples are too pressured and try hard enough to get pregnant that they eventually end up getting stressed out. Try to relax and keep the whole thing fun, and remember to keep the emotional intimacy there.
Step 7. Take a pregnancy test if you miss your period.
Step 8. If these things don't work during the first try, repeat the steps.
Tips:
- Consistency Diligence is key, so don't give up on your first try. Continuous effort is very important.
- Lighten the mood for sex. Remember to keep sex as a sensual thing, and not just as a chore. Lighten up and don't feel too pressured when you and your partner have sex
- Consult your doctor before trying to get pregnant, before taking in vitamins or supplements for your pregnancy endeavors.
Warnings:
- There are pregnancy myths all over, and some can even be dangerous instead of helpful. Inform yourself before following any unsolicited (or even solicited) advice.
- Make sure that you and your partner are free from any disease or infection before starting on unprotected sex. - 30224
