How to BecomePregnant Naturally and Easily

KNOW YOUR CYCLE

A woman's regular period is an indication that she is ovulating every month. Knowing when ovulation will occur- when the egg will leave the ovary to await sperm - in the tube is a great help in getting pregnant. You can confirm your ovulation at home by using over-the-counter kits or at your doctor's office with a blood test. Consult your physician if you are experiencing irregular periods or periods that come more often or less frequently than normal (every twenty-one to thirty-five days).

PREVENTION GOES A LONG WAY

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can decrease your fertility even if you are not experiencing symptoms. Protect yourself from STDs by limiting your number of sexual partners and using condoms. Also, get annual STD screenings, as early treatment can help preserve the health of your uterus, tubes, and ovaries.

EAT HEALTHY FOR TWO

Eating carbohydrates that take longer to digest--like whole grains, beans, fresh fruits, and vegetables can improve your chances of pregnancy by facilitating ovulation.

ALL FATS ARE DIFFERENT

You should avoid trans-fats, but unsaturated fats, like avocado, peanuts, almonds, tuna, Cheddar cheese, and salmon, have been shown to improve fertility by stimulating hormone production, increasing insulin sensitivity, and decreasing inflammation. Eating more protein from plants and less protein from animals can also help to improve ovulation and thus fertility.

DRINK WHOLE MILK

One or two daily servings of whole milk or whole milk products-such as full-fat yogurt or cottage cheese - may help to improve fertility.

MAINTAIN YOUR HEALTHY WEIGHT

When you are trying to get pregnant, you should neither starve yourself nor overeat. Being overweight or underweight will decrease your fertility by altering your normal menstrual cycle and interrupting ovulation. Women who have a body mass index (BMI) between 20 and 24 are least likely to experience problems with infertility.

GET YOUR HEART GOING

Aerobic exercise not only helps you maintain your healthy weight but also directly improves your fertility. Exercise increases muscle health and keeps metabolic systems working well to prevent imbalances that can interrupt ovulation. In general, most women should exercise thirty minutes every day. The recommended length of exercise may vary if you are underweight or overweight.