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How can I boost my fertility?


If you or your partner suffer from infertility IVF may be the only way to become parents. Seeking IVF doesn't mean you should leave all the work to the specialists -  these tips might help boost your fertility improving your chance of success from infertility treatments.

 

Control your weight - excess weight can cause fertility problems for men and women. Women who carry excess weight are more likely to have irregular menstrual cycles and problems conceiving than women with a BMI within the recommended range

 

Stop smoking - The risks of smoking whilst pregnant are widely known but many people are unaware that smoking can cause fertility problems and not just for women. Smoking damages the quality of sperm produced leading to fertility problems in men

 

Manage stress - Stress, worry and anxiety can all cause imbalances in hormones that can affect your fertility. Keep stress to a minimum and talk abut your worries and concerns with your partner or health care provider

 

Cut caffeine - Caffeine consumption has been linked to increased chance of miscarriage and premature birth

 

Improve nutrition - A healthy body increases the chance of conception. Speak to your health care provider or IVF specialist about nutritional supplements and vitamins such as Folic acid to reduce the risk of birth defects and

 

Sleep more - If you are tired, your body functions less efficiently. Exhaustion has been linked to low sperm count and poor quality sperm

 

Get vaccinated - Make sure all of your vaccines are up to date -  varicella & rubella vaccinations are highly recommended to prevent birth defects caused by chickenpox and German measles during pregnancy

 




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