How To Get Pregnant

How To Get Pregnant
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Have sex before, on, and after your most fertile days. Once you know you're fertile, have sex regularly! You are more likely to get pregnant if you are having sex daily before, during, and after your most fertile window. However, if you are not able to have sex this often, then have sex every 2 to 3 days before, during, and after your most fertile window. [1]
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If you need to use a lubricant, make sure that it is water-based and that it is specifically made for promoting conception.
Subtract 14 days from the length of your cycle to figure out when you ovulate. For instance, if you have a 30 day cycle, subtract 14 and you'll start ovulating on day 16 of your cycle. [2]
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Set a relaxing mood, don't demand too much of your partner, and try to focus on this time as an opportunity to enjoy each other before you have to worry about the needs of a child.

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Use an ovulation predictor kit. Pick up an ovulation predictor kit from your local drugstore or buy them online. Pee on the end of the strip or dip the end of the strip into a cup of your urine, and then wait for a few minutes before reading the results . With basic tests, the test is positive if there are 2 lines that are the same color or if the second line is darker than the control line. If you get a digital test, then the screen will say if you are ovulating or not. [3]
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The cost of these tests can add up, so reserve them for days when you suspect you may be ovulating. Ovulation predictor test strips are often cheaper if you buy them in bulk.
Ovulation predictor kits are not a requirement to identify your most fertile days, but they can be helpful, especially when you are unsure and want confirmation that you are ovulating. [4]
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Watch out for implantation symptoms. Some women experience implantation bleeding, which usually turns up as slight spotting as the zygote attaches to the uterine wall. It usually happens 6 to 12 days after conception. This is perfectly normal and usually nothing to worry about, but don’t hesitate to contact your doctor if you have concerns. [5]
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You might also experience light cramping, headaches, nausea, mood swings, breast tenderness, and back pain along with implantation bleeding.

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Take a home pregnancy test after you have a missed period. Once the ovulatory period has passed, the waiting game begins. Wait until your next expected period — if it doesn't show up, take a pregnancy test. Home pregnancy tests have a 97% accuracy rate, but they can still give a false negative if you test too early. Retest in 1 week if you get a negative result and still have symptoms of pregnancy. [6]
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Keep in mind that most couples don't get pregnant right away. Out of 100 couples trying to conceive every month, only 15 to 20 couples will succeed. However, 95% of couples trying to conceive will get pregnant within 2 years!

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Get a pre-natal checkup. Even if you haven't hit any fertility roadblocks, a basic pre-conception physical is a good idea. Some pre-existing health conditions can be aggravated or significantly worsened by pregnancy. Your doctor will probably conduct a pelvic exam and order some basic blood tests. Some disorders you'll want to catch before pregnancy include:

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which can interfere with ovulation.
Endometriosis, which can generally inhibit fertility.
Diabetes: If you can catch and manage diabetes before conceiving, you'll be able to avoid birth defects commonly associated with the disease.
Thyroid disease: Like diabetes, thyroid disease is relatively non-threatening to your pregnancy as long as it's diagnosed and well-managed.

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Get to your target weight before you get pregnant. Studies demonstrate that clinically obese women have a harder time conceiving and they may also have more problems during pregnancy. However, being underweight can also negatively affect your ability to become pregnant. Talk to your doctor about what would be a healthy weight for you and work on losing or gaining weight before you try to become pregnant. [7]
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Women who are clinically underweight (with a BMI under 18.5) might stop menstruating altogether, which can make it even harder to conceive.

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Take pre-natal vitamins. Starting before you get pregnant will build up the necessary nutrients in your system for a developing embryo. For example, taking folic acid supplements before trying to conceive may reduce the risk of spina bifida and other neural tube defects. Choose a prenatal vitamin or ask your doctor to prescribe one. [8]
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Taking folic acid supplements has also been shown to have a positive impact on fertility, so start taking folic acid supplement daily before you plan to become pregnant. [9]
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Follow a whole foods diet to increase fertility. A healthy diet can help to boost your fertility and improve your chances of conception. Eat a diet that includes lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Some good choices include: [10]
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Lean proteins: skinless chicken breast, lean ground beef, tofu, and beans
Whole grains: brown rice, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat bread, and oatmeal
Fruits: apples, oranges, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, and melon
Vegetables: broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, spinach, carrots, cabbage, and kale

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Encourage your partner to eat foods that promote sperm health. Men should take a multi-vitamin that contains vitamin E and vitamin C, eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and avoid excessive alcohol, caffeine, fat, and sugar intake. [11]
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Men should also make sure they get plenty of selenium (55mcg per day), as selenium is suspected to increase fertility particularly in men. [13]
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Quit smoking . Not only is lighting up while you're pregnant a bad idea, it can hinder your chances of conceiving in the first place. [14]
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Giving up an addiction while you're pregnant can be extra stressful, so save yourself some suffering by quitting beforehand.

Keep in mind that second-hand smoke can also affect your odds of conceiving. Avoid spending time around smokers to reduce your exposure to secondhand smoke.
Stopping smoking is also beneficial to your partner! Men who smoke regularly have lower sperm counts, more abnormal sperm than non-smokers, and smoking can even cause impotence. [15]
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Stop drinking to maximize your chances of conceiving. Even having 1 drink per day can decrease your fertility. To ensure that you have the best possible chance of conceiving, do not drink alcohol at all. If you do have a drink in moderation while you are trying to conceive, make sure that you do not exceed one drink. Having more than two drinks significantly decreases a woman’s fertility. [16]
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Your partner should also limit their alcohol intake since alcohol can decrease sperm counts and it may also affect the quality of the sperm.

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Limit your caffeine to no more than 200 mg per day. This includes caffeine from food, such as chocolate, and drinks, such as coffee, tea, and cola. Women who drink more than 3 cups of a caffeinated beverage daily are significantly less likely to get pregnant compared to women who consume 2 cups or less. [17]
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1 cup (240 mL) of coffee has about 100mg of caffeine, so do not drink more than 2 cups (580 mL) of coffee daily.
Tea and cola have less caffeine, but this can still add up if you drink too much. Limit yourself to no more than 2 caffeinated beverages daily to ensure that you are not exceeding your daily limit.

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Stop using birth control. Once your body is prepared for conception, stop using your birth control. If you are taking hormonal birth control it may take 2 to 3 months before you start ovulating normally again and you are able to become pregnant. [18]
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