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When am I most fertile? How to calculate your ovulation cycle
In theory, a person can become pregnant at any time in their cycle, but it is most likely to happen around the time of ovulation. When ovulation happens will vary according to a person’s cycle.
Females are most fertile within a day or two of ovulation, which is when the ovaries release an egg. But, it is possible to get pregnant in the days leading up to ovulation, as sperm can survive for several days inside the female body.
The days during the menstrual cycle when a person is least likely to get pregnant are known as the ‘safe period.’
This article describes how to calculate the fertile window to aid or avoid conception.
A note about sex and gender
Sex and gender exist on spectrums. This article will use the terms “male,” “female,” or both to refer to sex assigned at birth. Click here to learn more.
The average person’s menstrual cycle is between 28–32 days. Some people have shorter cycles, while others have much longer ones.
The first day of a person’s period is considered the first day of their menstrual cycle. Their period then typically lasts 3–7 days.
Variations in the menstrual cycle usually happen in the follicular phase that occurs before ovulation.
The luteal phase, which occurs from ovulation to the next period, is typically 14 days long.
Learn more about the phases of the menstrual cycle here.
Ovulation occurs when one of the ovaries releases an egg. After release, the egg moves to the fallopian tube, where it will travel to the uterus, which takes about 24 hours.
Pregnancy occurs if sperm travels to the fallopian tube and fertilizes the egg. If sperm does not fertilize the egg, the egg moves to the uterus and breaks down, ready to leave the body during the next menstrual period.
Learn more about sperm here.
Calculating ovulation
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, ovulation occurs around 14 days before a person expects to have their next period if their monthly cycle is 28 days.
Most people ovulate between days 11–21 of their cycle. The first day of their last menstrual period (LMP) is day 1 of the cycle. Ovulation does not always occur on the same day every month and can vary by a day or more on either side of the expected date.
Doctors call the part of the cycle around ovulation the fertile window because the chance of pregnancy is highest at this time. For example, if ovulation occurs on day 14, a person can conceive on that day or within the following 24 hours.
However, their fertile window begins a few days before ovulation because sperm can survive for up to 5 days inside the female body. So, even if a person does not have sex on day 14 or 15, it is still possible to become pregnant if they had sex without using contraception on days 9-13.
According to research from 2018, the likelihood of conception rises from day 8, reaching its maximum on day 13 and decreasing to zero by day 30.
However, It is essential to note that these findings should only act as a guideline.
Every person and every cycle is different.
It can be helpful for a person to chart their monthly cycle and take note of the signs of ovulation to help pinpoint the exact day of ovulation each month.
Learn more about ovulation here.
Signs of ovulation
Tracking the signs of ovulation can help someone determine the precise day they ovulate each month.
Signs include:
- mild cramping in the lower abdomen
- wetter, clearer, and more slippery vaginal discharge similar to egg white
- a small increase in basal body temperature
- a higher sex drive
Some of these signs, such as basal body temperature, will continue to change after ovulation. For this reason, a person should not use temperature to predict the fertile window.
It may be helpful for someone to track the signs over a few months to get an idea of what is typical for their body.
But they should keep in mind that there are several variables, and the timing of ovulation can change, month-to-month.
Another option is to use an ovulation predictor kit or fertility monitor.
Fertility aids measure the levels of specific hormones in the urine to determine the ovulation day each month. Some devices also identify days of peak fertility.
Using a combination of these methods may provide an individual with the best accuracy.
The following table, based on research from 2015, summarizes a typical menstrual cycle and how fertile a person is likely to be at each stage:
| Day of cycle | Stage | Fertility |
| 1–7 | menstruation | least fertile stage |
| 8–9 | post-menstruation | possible to conceive |
| 10–14 | days around ovulation | most fertile |
| 15–16 | post-ovulation | possible to conceive |
| 17–28 | thickening of uterine lining | less fertile — unlikely to conceive |
To get a more specific range of highest fertility windows based on the day of ovulation, a person can track the first day of their last period in a pregnancy calculator.
Learn more about how to track ovulation here.
To maximize the chances of becoming pregnant, a person should time sexual intercourse to occur during the 2–3 days leading up to, and including, ovulation. Having sexual intercourse on any of these days may provide a 20–30% chance of pregnancy.
Other tips to improve the chances of conception include:
- Have regular sexual intercourse. Pregnancy rates are highest among partners who have sex every 2 or 3 days throughout the month.
- Avoid smoking. Smoking tobacco reduces fertility and impacts the health of a developing fetus.
- Limit alcohol intake. Alcohol intake can reduce fertility in males and females and harm a fetus.
- Maintain a moderate weight. People who have overweight or underweight are more likely to have irregular ovulation.
- Reduce stress: While the research on whether anxiety or stress can reduce fertility is not conclusive, it is clear that reducing stress can provide some benefit for a person trying to conceive.
- Manage comorbidities: Rule out or treat any medical causes that may contribute to infertility. In females, this can include hormonal problems, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), uterine fibroids, autoimmune disorders, and more.
A doctor can assess a couple’s overall health and may be able to identify methods to improve the probability of conception.
Learn more about infertility in males and females here.
What can affect male fertility?
Even if a person is having regular sexual intercourse and tracking ovulation, there can be reasons why the sperm cannot reach the egg.
Causes of male infertility include:
- Sperm morphology: Differences in the size and shape of the sperm can impact fertility.
- Low sperm count: The male partner’s ejaculate fluid does not contain sufficient sperm. Fertility doctors consider a person to have a low sperm count if they have under 15 million sperm per milliliter of semen — the fewer the sperm, the lower the chances of conception.
- Low sperm motility: This means the sperm cannot move as efficiently to reach the egg.
There are a variety of medical conditions that can cause any of these problems with male fertility, including a hormonal imbalance, infection or injury to the testicles, surgery in the area, and diseases such as cancer.
Learn more about sperm count here.
Some people may wish to track their fertility to prevent pregnancy. This is known as the fertility awareness method.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) charts fertility awareness-based methods of contraception as having a 24% failure rate with typical use.
The chances of pregnancy are lowest during a person’s period and on the days on either side of the period.
However, they may still become pregnant if they have ovulated early or late in their cycle, as sperm can survive in the body for several days.
People wishing to use the fertility awareness method should speak with their doctor first.
Learn more about the types of contraception available here.
Ovulation and the fertile window can change from cycle to cycle, but they may also alter with age. Fertility naturally begins to decline in females in their 30s. By age 40, a person’s chance of conceiving drops to 10% per cycle.
The number of eggs and egg quality decrease with age. Ovulation may also become irregular.
Some medical conditions, such as endometriosis or PCOS, also make conception more difficult.
Learn more about PCOS and fertility here.
Birth control pills aim to prevent unintended pregnancy. The pill prevents pregnancy by releasing synthetic hormones that stop ovulation from occurring and the uterus lining from thickening.
So, even if the ovaries do release an egg, a fertilized egg would be unable to implant in the wall of the uterus. The pill also thickens cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach an egg.
According to the CDC, the birth control pill is more than 99% effective with perfect use but only 91% effective with typical use.
This means that around 9 out of 100 women would become pregnant in a year of taking the pill with typical use.
Learn more about the pill and its potential side effects here.
Females who track their fertile window with the aim of getting pregnant should see their doctor for preconception planning.
As well as identifying barriers to conceiving, a doctor can advise on the use of folic acid or prenatal supplements to encourage a safe pregnancy.
Most couples who have frequent sex without contraception will conceive within 12 months.
Women under 35 years of age should see their doctor if they do not conceive after a year of trying. Those over 35 years of age should seek medical advice after 6 months of trying to conceive.
Anyone who has irregular cycles or does not appear to ovulate should also speak with their doctor. There may be an underlying medical cause that is preventing ovulation and conception.
Learn more about irregular periods and pregnancy here.
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about when pregnancy can occur.
Can I get pregnant 2 days before my period?
Days 17-28 before the first day of a person’s period are the days when the uterine lining begins to thicken. While a person is less likely to conceive during this time, conception is still possible.
Learn more about the uterine lining here.
Can I get pregnant on my period?
Although pregnancy is still possible, a female is less fertile while on their period.
Learn more about getting pregnant during a period here.
How many days after your period can you get pregnant?
A female can get pregnant at any time during her menstrual cycle. The likelihood of pregnancy is highest during ovulation, which is typically days 10-14.
Intermenstrual bleeding can occur between periods. To pinpoint the start of a menstrual cycle, a female must correctly identify their actual period.
Learn more about bleeding between periods here.
Each person’s menstrual cycle is different. Generally, it lasts 28–32 days. A person is at their most fertile during ovulation, which occurs around days 10–14.
A person can calculate the exact days of ovulation each month by counting from the first day of their period.
However, certain medical conditions may affect ovulation or impact the sperm’s ability to reach the egg.
People who have been unable to conceive for over a year should talk with a fertility specialist.
Read the article in Spanish.
When am I most fertile? How to calculate your ovulation cycle
In theory, a person can become pregnant at any time in their cycle, but it is most likely to happen around the time of ovulation. When ovulation happens will vary according to a person’s cycle.
Females are most fertile within a day or two of ovulation, which is when the ovaries release an egg. But, it is possible to get pregnant in the days leading up to ovulation, as sperm can survive for several days inside the female body.
The days during the menstrual cycle when a person is least likely to get pregnant are known as the ‘safe period.’
This article describes how to calculate the fertile window to aid or avoid conception.
A note about sex and gender
Sex and gender exist on spectrums. This article will use the terms “male,” “female,” or both to refer to sex assigned at birth. Click here to learn more.
The average person’s menstrual cycle is between 28–32 days. Some people have shorter cycles, while others have much longer ones.
The first day of a person’s period is considered the first day of their menstrual cycle. Their period then typically lasts 3–7 days.
Variations in the menstrual cycle usually happen in the follicular phase that occurs before ovulation.
The luteal phase, which occurs from ovulation to the next period, is typically 14 days long.
Learn more about the phases of the menstrual cycle here.
Ovulation occurs when one of the ovaries releases an egg.
After release, the egg moves to the fallopian tube, where it will travel to the uterus, which takes about 24 hours.
Pregnancy occurs if sperm travels to the fallopian tube and fertilizes the egg. If sperm does not fertilize the egg, the egg moves to the uterus and breaks down, ready to leave the body during the next menstrual period.
Learn more about sperm here.
Calculating ovulation
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, ovulation occurs around 14 days before a person expects to have their next period if their monthly cycle is 28 days.
Most people ovulate between days 11–21 of their cycle. The first day of their last menstrual period (LMP) is day 1 of the cycle. Ovulation does not always occur on the same day every month and can vary by a day or more on either side of the expected date.
Doctors call the part of the cycle around ovulation the fertile window because the chance of pregnancy is highest at this time. For example, if ovulation occurs on day 14, a person can conceive on that day or within the following 24 hours.
However, their fertile window begins a few days before ovulation because sperm can survive for up to 5 days inside the female body. So, even if a person does not have sex on day 14 or 15, it is still possible to become pregnant if they had sex without using contraception on days 9-13.
According to research from 2018, the likelihood of conception rises from day 8, reaching its maximum on day 13 and decreasing to zero by day 30.
However, It is essential to note that these findings should only act as a guideline. Every person and every cycle is different.
It can be helpful for a person to chart their monthly cycle and take note of the signs of ovulation to help pinpoint the exact day of ovulation each month.
Learn more about ovulation here.
Signs of ovulation
Tracking the signs of ovulation can help someone determine the precise day they ovulate each month.
Signs include:
- mild cramping in the lower abdomen
- wetter, clearer, and more slippery vaginal discharge similar to egg white
- a small increase in basal body temperature
- a higher sex drive
Some of these signs, such as basal body temperature, will continue to change after ovulation.
For this reason, a person should not use temperature to predict the fertile window.
It may be helpful for someone to track the signs over a few months to get an idea of what is typical for their body.
But they should keep in mind that there are several variables, and the timing of ovulation can change, month-to-month.
Another option is to use an ovulation predictor kit or fertility monitor.
Fertility aids measure the levels of specific hormones in the urine to determine the ovulation day each month. Some devices also identify days of peak fertility.
Using a combination of these methods may provide an individual with the best accuracy.
The following table, based on research from 2015, summarizes a typical menstrual cycle and how fertile a person is likely to be at each stage:
| Day of cycle | Stage | Fertility |
| 1–7 | menstruation | least fertile stage |
| 8–9 | post-menstruation | possible to conceive |
| 10–14 | days around ovulation | most fertile |
| 15–16 | post-ovulation | possible to conceive |
| 17–28 | thickening of uterine lining | less fertile — unlikely to conceive |
To get a more specific range of highest fertility windows based on the day of ovulation, a person can track the first day of their last period in a pregnancy calculator.
Learn more about how to track ovulation here.
To maximize the chances of becoming pregnant, a person should time sexual intercourse to occur during the 2–3 days leading up to, and including, ovulation. Having sexual intercourse on any of these days may provide a 20–30% chance of pregnancy.
Other tips to improve the chances of conception include:
- Have regular sexual intercourse. Pregnancy rates are highest among partners who have sex every 2 or 3 days throughout the month.
- Avoid smoking. Smoking tobacco reduces fertility and impacts the health of a developing fetus.
- Limit alcohol intake. Alcohol intake can reduce fertility in males and females and harm a fetus.
- Maintain a moderate weight. People who have overweight or underweight are more likely to have irregular ovulation.
- Reduce stress: While the research on whether anxiety or stress can reduce fertility is not conclusive, it is clear that reducing stress can provide some benefit for a person trying to conceive.
- Manage comorbidities: Rule out or treat any medical causes that may contribute to infertility. In females, this can include hormonal problems, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), uterine fibroids, autoimmune disorders, and more.
A doctor can assess a couple’s overall health and may be able to identify methods to improve the probability of conception.
Learn more about infertility in males and females here.
What can affect male fertility?
Even if a person is having regular sexual intercourse and tracking ovulation, there can be reasons why the sperm cannot reach the egg.
Causes of male infertility include:
- Sperm morphology: Differences in the size and shape of the sperm can impact fertility.
- Low sperm count: The male partner’s ejaculate fluid does not contain sufficient sperm. Fertility doctors consider a person to have a low sperm count if they have under 15 million sperm per milliliter of semen — the fewer the sperm, the lower the chances of conception.
- Low sperm motility: This means the sperm cannot move as efficiently to reach the egg.
There are a variety of medical conditions that can cause any of these problems with male fertility, including a hormonal imbalance, infection or injury to the testicles, surgery in the area, and diseases such as cancer.
Learn more about sperm count here.
Some people may wish to track their fertility to prevent pregnancy. This is known as the fertility awareness method.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) charts fertility awareness-based methods of contraception as having a 24% failure rate with typical use.
The chances of pregnancy are lowest during a person’s period and on the days on either side of the period.
However, they may still become pregnant if they have ovulated early or late in their cycle, as sperm can survive in the body for several days.
People wishing to use the fertility awareness method should speak with their doctor first.
Learn more about the types of contraception available here.
Ovulation and the fertile window can change from cycle to cycle, but they may also alter with age. Fertility naturally begins to decline in females in their 30s. By age 40, a person’s chance of conceiving drops to 10% per cycle.
The number of eggs and egg quality decrease with age. Ovulation may also become irregular.
Some medical conditions, such as endometriosis or PCOS, also make conception more difficult.
Learn more about PCOS and fertility here.
Birth control pills aim to prevent unintended pregnancy. The pill prevents pregnancy by releasing synthetic hormones that stop ovulation from occurring and the uterus lining from thickening.
So, even if the ovaries do release an egg, a fertilized egg would be unable to implant in the wall of the uterus. The pill also thickens cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach an egg.
According to the CDC, the birth control pill is more than 99% effective with perfect use but only 91% effective with typical use.
This means that around 9 out of 100 women would become pregnant in a year of taking the pill with typical use.
Learn more about the pill and its potential side effects here.
Females who track their fertile window with the aim of getting pregnant should see their doctor for preconception planning.
As well as identifying barriers to conceiving, a doctor can advise on the use of folic acid or prenatal supplements to encourage a safe pregnancy.
Most couples who have frequent sex without contraception will conceive within 12 months.
Women under 35 years of age should see their doctor if they do not conceive after a year of trying. Those over 35 years of age should seek medical advice after 6 months of trying to conceive.
Anyone who has irregular cycles or does not appear to ovulate should also speak with their doctor. There may be an underlying medical cause that is preventing ovulation and conception.
Learn more about irregular periods and pregnancy here.
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about when pregnancy can occur.
Can I get pregnant 2 days before my period?
Days 17-28 before the first day of a person’s period are the days when the uterine lining begins to thicken. While a person is less likely to conceive during this time, conception is still possible.
Learn more about the uterine lining here.
Can I get pregnant on my period?
Although pregnancy is still possible, a female is less fertile while on their period.
Learn more about getting pregnant during a period here.
How many days after your period can you get pregnant?
A female can get pregnant at any time during her menstrual cycle. The likelihood of pregnancy is highest during ovulation, which is typically days 10-14.
Intermenstrual bleeding can occur between periods. To pinpoint the start of a menstrual cycle, a female must correctly identify their actual period.
Learn more about bleeding between periods here.
Each person’s menstrual cycle is different. Generally, it lasts 28–32 days. A person is at their most fertile during ovulation, which occurs around days 10–14.
A person can calculate the exact days of ovulation each month by counting from the first day of their period.
However, certain medical conditions may affect ovulation or impact the sperm’s ability to reach the egg.
People who have been unable to conceive for over a year should talk with a fertility specialist.
Read the article in Spanish.
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Nona Hovsepyan, Medical Consultant, Independent Laboratory INVITRO
Only 25% of couples manage to conceive a child in the first month of unprotected sexual activity. How to become one of the lucky ones?
1. Review your diet
No weight loss programs: eating low-calorie foods negatively affects fertility hormones.
Part of estrogen (female sex hormones) is synthesized not only in the ovaries, but also in adipose tissue. Less fat means less estrogen. Try to eat more vegetables, fruits, and fiber-rich foods (wholemeal bread, rice, and pasta). Folic acid, essential for both conception and pregnancy, can be found in leafy green vegetables such as kale, broccoli, or spinach. Proteins and iron, which affect the general condition of the ovaries and the mechanism of ovulation, are found in large quantities in legumes. A source of calcium that a baby will definitely need is dairy products. And in order for the body to receive omega-3 fatty acids, which provide blood flow to the uterus, it is recommended to include salmon in the diet. Vegetable fats are useful - "suppliers" of vitamin E, which, by the way, should be taken at least three months before the planned conception. It is better to refuse sweets: an increase in blood sugar provokes an excessive release of adrenaline, a hormone that “attacks” progesterone, which is useful for conception.
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2. Stop smoking
Trite, but effective. In men, nicotine reduces spermatogenesis, that is, it delays the formation of spermatozoa and impairs their mobility, and in women it reduces the level of estradiol, the most active sex hormone. According to a study published by the British Medical Association, smoking even one of the couple reduces the chances of getting pregnant by 10-40%. In addition, this habit reduces sexual desire and causes a lack of orgasm. So give up cigarettes yourself and try to avoid secondhand smoke in public places. nine0005
3. Check first aid kit
During ovulation, do not take anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesics: they negatively affect the hormonal balance. Decongestants and antihistamines can cause vaginal dryness and thickening of cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to move.
Taking antibiotics provokes a violation of the bacterial flora in the vagina: you have to wait 1-2 cycles with conception.
After the end of any drug therapy, it is worth leaving attempts to get pregnant for a month, since the removal of drugs from the body lasts several weeks. Important: this does not apply to vitamins, in the period of preparation for pregnancy they will be very useful! nine0005
4. Track your ovulation
It is more customary, of course, to start a calendar and count the 14-16th day from the beginning of menstruation. But it is better and more reliable to use special tests: ovulation can occur on other days of the menstrual cycle, especially if it is irregular. Do not forget about the well-known method for determining ovulation - measuring basal temperature. To determine the nature of ovulation, you need to carry out this procedure for 3-5 menstrual cycles. nine0005
5. Maintain the rhythm
Abstaining from sex for more than seven days may reduce male fertility. This has been proven by scientists. At this time, the amount of sperm increases, but not its quality.
However, in men who have an intense sex life, the quality of sperm also suffers - it simply does not have time to be produced. The optimal mode is sex 3-4 times a week.
6. Maintain posture
The most favorable posture depends on how the woman is "arranged". If the uterus is in the middle position or tilted forward from the small pelvis, there are no restrictions. And with the uterus tilted back (retroversial position), spermatozoa may have difficulties. In some cases, doctors recommend lying on your stomach, in others, lifting your hips up. When sperm enters the vagina, only diseases of the cervix can interfere with sperm. The flow of part of the "extra" sperm after sexual intercourse is completely natural. nine0005
7. Call your parents...
...to learn about possible genetic and hereditary diseases in the family. Regardless of the information received, it is worth going to a consultation with a geneticist. The specialist is able to detect hidden problems that can have a negative impact on conception, pregnancy or the health of the unborn baby.
Children with congenital defects can also be born to completely healthy parents due to disorders in the germ cells. nine0005
8. Manage physical activity
Any kind of aerobic activity - dancing, cycling, swimming, even walking - makes the heart and lungs work harder, and oxygen-rich blood is carried throughout the body, including the reproductive system. Doctors advise to pay attention to strengthening the back and abdominals, but physical activity should not be intense. A couple of months before the intended conception, it is better to slow down the pace. Active training causes a protective reaction of the body: it is not up to pregnancy, all efforts are directed to the development of muscles, the excessive tension of which leads to a reflex change in the contractile activity of the fallopian tubes and uterus. This may interfere with fertilization. nine0063
9. Visit doctors
It is necessary to check for the presence of various chronic infections: toxoplasmosis, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, herpes.
Before conception, you need to cure these diseases and undergo a rehabilitation course. During pregnancy, due to a physiological decrease in immunity, all “hidden” diseases can appear. Go to the dentist: gingivitis and periodontitis (inflammation of the gums) interfere with the normal functioning of sex hormones. Underweight or overweight in women: both lead to irregular cycles and disruption of ovulation. It does not hurt to check at the clinic whether all routine vaccinations have been made: it is more than undesirable to get measles or rubella during pregnancy. nine0063
10. Be careful with "chemistry"
Certain chemicals found in household products can cause hormonal imbalances. If the substance smells strongly, you need to wear a mask when cleaning. It is better to prefer liquid cleaners to aerosols. Do not remove stains on clothes at home: take things to dry cleaning.
11. Do not overheat partner
The optimal temperature for sperm maturation is about 2 degrees below the general body temperature of a man.
To ensure this temperature in the groin area, underwear should be made from natural materials and have a free form. Wearing tight pants, synthetic underwear, hot baths, saunas, heated car seats can interfere with fertility. nine0063
12. Learn to relax
Even in the most busy schedule, you need to find time to relax. Any pastime in the company of a loved one is a long-tested means of restoring peace of mind. You can do interesting things, go to the cinema or theater, spend time in nature. This will strengthen relationships, bring spouses closer, and relieve the stress that accompanies trying to conceive a child.
ways to help conceive and speed up pregnancy
After making the decision to have a child, many couples expect to babysit him exactly nine months later. But the manifestation of zeal in the implementation of the plan does not always immediately turn into the fulfillment of a dream. Conception does not occur, and disappointment leads to relationship tension.
Don't be quick to blame each other. We have prepared several recommendations on how to get pregnant quickly and what to do for this. They will definitely increase your chances!
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With regular intercourse without contraception, pregnancy should occur within 12 months.
The process of fertilization is complex, and the probability of successful conception in one menstrual cycle does not exceed 25%. At the same time, partners must be young enough and not have health problems. As you can see, getting pregnant quickly the first time is very rare. For the desired moment to come, follow simple rules.
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1. Take vitamins to get pregnant faster
Many girls are interested in what pills are available to get pregnant easily and quickly. Such drugs to stimulate conception are actually produced today. These are drugs with the active substance progesterone and hCG, as well as follicle-stimulating and luteinizing hormones. They can only be taken with a doctor's prescription.
Among the methods that help to get pregnant quickly, there is also the intake of vitamins, which contain 100, and 160 or more percent of the daily norm of substances needed by the body. Surely you know that they are useful for pregnant women, but also for conception! Especially if your nutrition is far from ideal (and you may not know this at all). In addition, prenatal vitamins help improve the menstrual cycle (if conception took time). And thanks to folic acid, the unborn child will avoid a neural tube defect. nine0005
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Track ovulation Technically, a girl can quickly become pregnant both a couple of days after her period, as well as before and even with it. But most often this happens during ovulation, as well as a few days before it. Ovulation usually occurs around the 14th day of the cycle.
Getting pregnant quickly and effectively is real, even after the first time, as soon as you start tracking your cycle. So you will be convinced of the presence or absence of ovulation. With modern pharmacy tests, this is not difficult. Knowing special days and choosing the right day for sex is easier. nine0005
To get pregnant quickly for the first time, partners often make love as soon as they have a free moment. We have no doubt that this duty is not a burden to them, but the number of sexual acts affects sperm fertility. Doctors believe that 3-4 times a week is enough for the maximum number of active spermatozoa to be synthesized in the semen.
With frequent contacts, it liquefies, and with too few contacts, it thickens. And with both options, you are not on the way.
3. Avoid lube to get pregnant
Stop using lubricant to get pregnant as soon as possible. Sometimes it reduces the speed of spermatozoa, which are in danger of not getting through the viscous substance. You should also avoid showering after sex, as it changes the pH balance in the vagina and affects sperm viability.
4. Reduce your intake of caffeine and alcohol
Even on forums, discussion of the topic of how to get pregnant quickly often comes down to restrictions on this matter. Of course, during pregnancy you will have to reduce their consumption to almost zero, but you should start even before conception. Substances contained in coffee and wine can negatively affect the body and interfere with the "meeting" of the egg and sperm. It is advisable to drink no more than two cups of coffee a day and pay attention to the amount of soda, chocolate and caffeinated energy drinks in the composition.
Alcohol can lower blood levels of estrogen. nine0005
5. To get pregnant quickly, don't exercise too much
Maintaining a healthy weight and excellent physical shape is beneficial. But if you are looking for ways to get pregnant quickly, you should not train to overwork. If the body decides that there is not enough fat, it can go into energy saving mode and not allow pregnancy at such a difficult time. Switch to daily walks, swimming pool or light exercise.
6. Try not to worry
Often, girls on the same forums are looking for an answer to the question of which pills to start drinking in order to stop being nervous and get pregnant faster. But we insist on trying to tune in to the positive and switch to good emotions. Yes, no one likes such advice, but it is better to follow them if possible. Meditation, fresh air, good movies, favorite books, and other ways to calm down help reduce cortisol levels, which can affect ovulation.
Your task is to tune in to the main thing and not be distracted by the secondary. nine0005
7. Quit smoking to speed up pregnancy
How can you want to get pregnant quickly if you can't say goodbye to cigarettes! We believe that this is not easy, sometimes the help of professionals is needed to eradicate this bad habit. In any case, it is very useful both for you and for the unborn child. In addition, smoking is associated with an earlier onset of menopause and a rapid decrease in egg supply.
8. Get more sleep
To get pregnant faster, you take vitamins, practice the right postures, and count the days. And the body just does not have enough rest. Sleep disturbance can negatively affect ovulation. If your work interferes with sleep, try to change your schedule or at least sleep without interruption whenever possible. Do not drink coffee and do not watch TV at night so that your sleep is stronger and healthier.
