Tips for Couples Who are Trying to Get Pregnant

Deciding to start a family is a huge decision for any couple. Once you’ve decided, you might think having a lot of sex and hoping for the best is all you need to do to get pregnant. Yes, having sex is definitely an important part of conception, but that’s not all there’s to it. There are some tips that can increase your chances of conception and assure you a healthy pregnancy too.

Healthy diet

A healthy diet which includes foods with high fibre, folate, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants is not just good for your overall health but also your reproductive health. Include lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins like eggs and fish, etc in your daily diet.

Avoid smoking

Women who smoke have a 40% lesser chance of getting pregnant. Smoking also decreases a man’s sperm count and can affect its quality as well, which can lead to infertility.

Stop alcoholism

Alcohol consumption reduce fertility odds, so cut it down or, better yet, quit completely when you’re trying to conceive.

Regular exercise

Exercise is good for your overall fitness and plays a huge role in your fertility as well as how you’ll cope with pregnancy and its many symptoms. Get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day, and it doesn’t even have to be strenuous.

Don’t take Stress

Stress and anxiety can affect your reproductive health and can contribute to infertility. So, learn how to deal with stress and take up activities that improve your mental health.