Introduction: A lot of women have luck (or bad luck) in getting pregnant quite easily. Even if they don't mean to, they immediately concieve. Some other women, however, have it the other way around and have a completely hard time. If you are among the latter, then you may find yourself seeking help now that you plan to start a family. Here are several steps which you can follow in order to get pregnant naturally.
Difficulty: 3
Things You'll Need: a man (partner), vitamins and supplements, healthy meals
Step 1. Find a partner. Of course, you can't get pregnant alone, so make sure that you find a partner. Whether you decide to raise the baby together with your partner or not is all up to you. If you choose to simply get pregnant and raise your baby by yourself, your partner doesn't necessarily have to be a boyfriend or a husband.
Step 2. Stop using birth control. If you're on the pill or any other form of birth control, now is the time to stop it. Of course, there's a huge chance that you won't get pregnant right away once you stop using birth control pills (but you may!) since some birth control methods leave your body to "readjust" before going back to normal.
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. If you're looking forward to getting pregnant as soon as possible, then you should prepare your body for it as soon as you can. This means that you should start getting rid of all the toxins in your body, and avoid stresses as well. These two are some of the culprits for fertility problems. Your partner should be in on the efforts as well. Incorporate these things into your daily life:
- Eating a balanced diet. This includes foods that are rich in anti oxidants, minerals and vitamins. Organic food should be chosen because typical produce can contain pesticides, which can cause fertility problems.
- Stop Smoking. Nicotine has an adverse effect on the cervical mucous, and can cause fertilization problems as well. This causes double problems since nicotine also lowers 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.
Aside from vitamins and minerals, herbs are also making waves as well. Take herbs to balance your hormones. Here are some examples of herbs that are helpful for fertility:
- Chamomile
- raspberry leaf
- ginkgo biloba
- ginkgo biloba
- licorice root.
Remember to consult your doctor first before taking in any of these supplements.
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 14 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.
- Don't stress out while having sex. Don't kill the intimacy of the moment just because you're racing to make a baby.
Step 7. Take a pregnancy test if you miss your period.
Step 8. If you don't get pregnant, repeat the following steps over again.
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
- Speak to your doctor when you plan to get pregnant, as well as when you plan to take supplementation.
Warnings:
- Be informed. There are numerous pregnancy myths that do more harm than good.
- Have yourself and your partner tested (and treated) for any infection or disease before you start having unprotected sex.
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