9 Natural Fertility Boosting Methods
Are you
looking for natural solutions to increase your fertility? There are a variety
of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) approaches that can assist you
in getting pregnant.
If you want
to improve your chances of getting pregnant, you might want to check into
natural fertility treatments.
Of course,
most complementary and alternative therapies aren't as extensively researched
as traditional fertility boosters, so there are some caveats, but as long as
you do your research and chat to your doctor about which natural ways to
promote fetus are best for you, you'll be OK.
The Hypnosis
If ideas of a magician's show come
to mind when you think of hypnosis, it's time to rethink your perception of
this type of focused concentration. Hypnosis is used to treat a variety of
ailments, including anxiety, eating disorders, and, yes, even infertility.
Some experts believe it helps boost
fertility by encouraging relaxation, which may help the body prepare for childbirth
— especially if stress or anxiety is present.
What are the
effects of stress on fertility? Stress triggers the body's fight-or-flight
reaction, which causes cortisol to be released, disrupting the hormonal balance
required for ovulation, fertilization, and implantation of an egg.
As a result,
hypnosis may help to increase fertility by reducing stress. However, empirical
evidence linking hypnosis to improved fertility has yet to be demonstrated. If
hypnosis sounds like something you'd like to try, a therapist can teach you how
to do it.
The warning
It's
uncertain whether hypnosis for fertility will work for you because there hasn't
been much scientific research on the subject. You should avoid pinning your
hopes on hypnosis, but it doesn't mean you shouldn't attempt it. It will not
hurt you or your chances of conceiving. The worst-case scenario is that you
invest time and money into becoming enthralled only to be disappointed.
Yoga
Yoga is an ancient spiritual practice that incorporates physical postures (asanas),
breathing techniques, and meditation into one practice. Yoga has been shown in
studies to improve fertility rates in women receiving assisted reproductive
technology (ART), presumably by lowering stress levels and cortisol levels,
both of which can interfere with fertility.
Yoga can
also, aid weight loss, which may aid in the preparation of your body for the
arrival of your kid. Some reproductive clinics have even included
"fertility yoga" classes in their schedules.
The caveat is this
If you
practice Bikram yoga in a room heated to between 95 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit,
you might consider switching to a cooler setting, which is safer for a
developing pregnancy.
Keep in mind
that there is no evidence that yoga can directly increase your fertility.
Trying to conceive can be stressful, therefore activities that promote
relaxation, such as yoga, can help alleviate some of the stress.
Relaxation strategies for stress
Other
mind-body relaxation techniques, such as meditation, guided visualization, and
talk therapy (one-on-one or in a support group) can assist relieve stress in
addition to hypnosis and yoga.
And, because
stress has been linked to infertility, any of these stress-relieving techniques
may assist you in achieving a baby-making frame of mind and body.
Warnings
While
mind-body relaxation techniques are beneficial if you're over 35 and it's
taking you longer than six months to conceive, or if you're younger than 35 and
you've been trying to conceive for more than a year, you should speak with your
practitioner about your options beyond natural fertility treatments.
Even if you
are reducing your stress levels while you wait, you won't want to put off
getting further support that could help you join the baby bandwagon.
Acupuncture method
Acupuncture, as you surely know, entails putting tiny, thin needles into
particular places on the body. However, you may not realize how it can aid you
with your problem.
The needles unblock energy (or chi) and stimulate blood flow to promote a
state of balance in the body, according to traditional Chinese medicine. The
needles, according to Western experts, stimulate the nerve system, causing
chemicals to be released that assist relieve pain and promote healing.
(Acupuncture even has an effect on the brain, according to MRIs.)
Acupuncture may help enhance your chances of getting pregnant by
improving blood supply to reproductive organs, stimulating hormones, regulating
ovulation, and reducing stress.
As a result, acupuncture is one of the most widely used natural fertility
therapies, not just among women. It may improve the quality and quantity of
sperm in men.
Acupuncture can be used as a stand-alone treatment or as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes herbs, nutritional counseling, and other holistic treatments.
The warnings
Experts
disagree about the benefits of acupuncture, and not all research shows that it
helps with fertility. Plus, in order for it to work, you'll probably need to go
to acupuncture treatments on a regular basis, which can be costly
It might be
worth a shot (or a poke!) if you're willing to put in the time and money. Just
make sure you go to a professional acupuncturist and tell them about any herbal
supplements you're taking.
An Exercise
Exercise can assist in getting your
body in shape – baby-making shape, to be precise. According to some research,
women who engage in modest physical exercise can observe a minor increase in their
fertility levels.
Another reason to begin a workout routine is that after you get pregnant, exercise can reduce your risk of issues such as gestational diabetes and help you recover faster after giving birth.
The caveat is this
Exercise is no exception to the rule that you may have too much of a good thing. Getting pregnant maybe more
difficult if you engage in a lot of rigorous physical activity, such as five or
more hours of high-intensity exercise, because you may be depriving your body
of the nutrition, it needs to conceive.
Controlling your weight
According to the American Society
of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), about 12% of all infertility cases are caused
by being underweight or overweight, therefore maintaining a healthy weight can
increase your chances of having a successful pregnancy.
Women with a body mass index (BMI)
of 18.4 or less may stop producing estrogen, causing irregular menstrual
periods and ovulation problems (i.e. the release of an egg from the ovary).
However, being overweight or obese (with a BMI of 25 or higher) can cause your
body to produce more estrogen, which can disrupt your cycle and prevent you
from ovulating.
Weight gain is also a symptom of the polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a disorder that affects roughly one out of
every ten women throughout their reproductive years and can cause infertility.
The caveat is this:
Before you try to reduce — or gain
— weight, see your doctor. The goal is to safely lower your BMI to within
healthy ranges, which is generally accomplished by altering your diet or
exercise routine.
Nutrition and diet
Do you need a strong cause to
improve your diet before becoming pregnant? A good diet can help you conceive,
according to scientific studies.
According to a Harvard University
study, eating high-fiber diets, veggie proteins, and monounsaturated fats may
reduce the incidence of infertility. Another benefit of eating a nutritious
diet is that it can help you maintain a healthy weight, which can improve your
chances of having a kid.
The caveat is this
There is no a secret diet that can help you get pregnant, but eating more veggies and healthy
fats while cutting back on sugary carbohydrates and Tran’s fat is a good idea
in general.
Dark leafy
greens are an excellent pre-pregnancy diet choice; experts recommend that women
who are trying to conceive start consuming 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid
for at least a month before attempting to conceive.
Supplements and vitamins
Getting enough
of specific nutrients could potentially help you conceive, similar to how
eating a balanced diet can help raise your fertility levels.
According to
several studies, women who have a difficult time getting pregnant maybe
deficient in specific nutrients, such as vitamins D, B6, and B12. Taking
antioxidants like vitamins C and E can also help you get pregnant by increasing
your body's defenses against dangerous free radicals, which can make it
difficult for you to ovulate or for egg cells to mature if you have too many of
them.
The caveat is this
If you're
already getting enough nutrients from your diet, taking more in pill form isn't
going to help you have more babies – and may even harm you.
Furthermore,
because herbal supplements are not regulated by the FDA in the same way that
medicines are, you can't always trust that the contents of the container match
those on the label. If you wish to test a supplement, first consult with your
doctor.
Chiropractic treatment
Chiropractic
adjustments (manipulation of the spine and other parts of the body) have been
shown to improve fertility in several studies. How? The spine houses the
reproductive system's nerves, thus altering it can help improve hormone balance
and increase your chances of getting pregnant.
The warnings
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