All About IVF
Many couples in today’s world are leaning more towards planned pregnancy instead of ‘accidentally’ conceiving. A couple should only have a baby when they are ready and interested in a baby. Although it’s not easy to overcome societal pressure and conventional thoughts of trying to have a baby right after marriage, it’s best for both the couple to discuss whether they are ready are not. But even after thorough discussion and decisions, sometimes getting pregnant is not easy. Sometimes there are failures, and sometimes there are complications that concern the couple about their decision. In case of multiple failures, one should consult with a doctor, no doubt, but other things may generate problems. Lack of knowledge about these things often creates anxiety in parents. Here we bring to you 12 things that you should know when trying to conceive.
Eating Habits
We may not notice, but what we eat directly impacts our lives. For example, eating random, oily junk food is no good while getting pregnant. Instead, a would-be mother is advised to intake a daily amount of protein which helps the process of fertilization.
Limit caffeine
Yes, we know, for Some people feel coffee is like oxygen, but caffeine often hinders pregnancy. Even after pregnancy, an overdose of caffeine can lead to miscarriage.
But as a consolation prize, caffeine up to a fixed quantity is not harmful. You can safely consume up to 200 mg if your doctor permits so.
Daily workouts
If you Are not a fitness freak, try to input cardio workouts into your daily routine. Just try to bring movement in your body, increasing flexibility and getting you pregnant quicker.
If you are overweight and have a high BMI, it will be helpful for you to excise regularly, which will raise your heart rate, make you breathe, faster make you feel warmer.
Taking folic acid
Taking folic acid is highly prescribed by professionals when you are trying to get pregnant. According to a Uk medical journal, you should take a folic acid supplement containing 400 micrograms of folic acid every day, ideally starting three months before you start trying to conceive. Traditional breakfast consisting of cereal, milk, and vegetables is a good resource of folic acid.
Have a vaginal check-up
Vaginal infections are more common than you think. In a study across 11 countries involving over 6,500 women, 18% of women aged 18–34 reported always or usually experiencing vaginal dryness. This may cause failure or reduce the sperm count. So having a vaginal check-up is very important before you start trying.
Complete all the vaccine
Take all the necessary vaccines before trying. After getting pregnant, you can’t take any vaccine unless it’s important for the baby.
Charting the basal body temperature
The temperature before ovulation should range from 97.2 to around 97.7 degrees F. However, hormonal changes cause it to spike between 0.4 and 1.0 degrees higher. It should remain elevated until your next period or throughout your pregnancy if you become pregnant.
Stress relief
Although this phase of trying is quite stressful, stress can only harm both the male and female bodies. Therefore try to relax as much as possible. “This too shall pass.”
Taking prenatal vitamin
It’s good to begin taking prenatal vitamins with folic acid even before you conceive. These vitamins help protect against congenital disabilities such as spina bifida, and they do most of that work in the
the early part of pregnancy.
Strict no on smoking
By now, everyone knows how injurious smoking can be. So say a strict no to smoking the entire time from you are trying to conceive to milking your baby. For both parents, it’s important. Seek help if needed, but stay away from active and passive smoking.
Knowing the family history
When you’re trying to conceive, knowing the family history is very important. You may not realize, but some distant diseases or minor health problems like a heart attack or sickle cell can affect your baby’s health. You may go to genetic counseling, which will Give you an account of the miscarriages or infertility in your family.
Mental happiness
Every couple should take the decision of being a parent only when they feel immensely happy and excited about it. If you are happy, it’s wonderful for your health. Be positive; you are planning to bring a new life to this earth. Nothing can produce more happiness. Leave all the tension and worries behind. Remember your mental happiness is good for the baby.
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