Why is it when you are trying to not have a baby, you worry worry worry that missing one darn pill, or over one broken condom that you could concieve, but when you are TTC (trying to concieve) - you use no protection at all and it is really hard to concieve??? How does that make any sense?
2006-10-21 12:50:43 · 8 answers · asked by Starlight 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
LOL. It doesn't. It sucks. If I had known getting PG would have been so difficult for me, I would have hoed around a lot more in college. Not really, but it doesn't seem fair, does it?
2006-10-21 16:14:29 · answer #1 · answered by MissM 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's because of all the hormones they pills put into your body. It's because the human body wasn't meant to have several different things going on. We weren't meant not to ovulate or not to release an egg once a month. After years--or even just months of taking pills it screws up a person's cycle so much! Also--don't "try" to get pregnant. When my husband and I were ready to have a child we didn't chart things, we didn't calculate my temprature, and we didn't use ovulation sticks. We just had unprotected sex and saw what came of it. A year and a half later--I was pregnant with out son. Sure, it took a long time but the "let's just see what happens" attitude worked much better then "why can't I get pregnant" one. Of course I went through times when I was like--what's wrong with me--but in the end it all worked out. So as hard as it it try not to "try." Just "see what happens." I'm sorry if that's not the answer you are looking for but it's the best I've got. Best of Luck!
2006-10-21 16:04:00 · answer #2 · answered by .vato. 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's just the course of nature. If you are TTC be patient and relax, the stress isn't helping. Good luck!!
2006-10-21 12:56:27 · answer #3 · answered by jerseymilo9 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's because of the stress you put on yourself when you try to concieve.
2006-10-21 12:53:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Its because of all of those "dam pills" one takes. It can take years after getting off that "dam pill" to get pregnant.
2006-10-21 13:48:30 · answer #5 · answered by larechiga26 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
it makes perfect sense. why?
when want to conceive...u don't (right away), and u get worried and stressed. worry and stress hinder your chances of getting prego
Have sex three times a week.
Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. Couples often try to time everything perfectly for ovulation but do not have sex when they think they are not ovulating. It is true that sex that is not within the time of ovulation will not result in pregnancy. However, because women do not always ovulate when they think they will, having sex three times a week will help to a woman cover her bases, so to speak, and not miss an opportunity to get pregnant.
2. Use an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.
Using an ovulation kit to predict when you are ovulating will improve your chances of getting pregnant. For many women charting or other methods of ovulation prediction are too confusing. Ovulation prediction kits work by reading LH surges prior to ovulation. They are relatively easy to use and are generally accurate for predicting ovulation. Fertility monitors, such as the Clear Blue Easy monitor, are also a worthwhile investment if you would like to get pregnant faster. Fertility monitors are similar to ovulation prediction kits in that they read changes in LH but they also read changes in other hormones and don’t require any guesswork for couples. They are easy to use and will tell you when the best time to get pregnant is.
3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).
Sometimes couples get confused about the best time to have sex in relationship to ovulation. You have a small window of time each month to get pregnant. After a woman ovulates the egg will survive approximately 24 hours. Sperm, on the other hand, will live for up to three to five days. This is why having sex two to three days before ovulation will increase your chances of getting pregnant. Don’t wait until the day you ovulate to have sex. Your partner’s sperm will last longer than your egg and you don’t want to miss an opportunity by waiting.
4. Don’t rely on the Calendar method for predicting ovulation.
A lot of couples have heard to have sex around day fourteen of your cycle. This is based on the calendar method and assumes that you have a regular 28-day cycle and ovulate mid-cycle. Although this is better than just picking an arbitrary day to have sex, it is not a very accurate way to predict when you ovulate. Many women do not ovulate on day fourteen and knowing precisely when you ovulate will help you time intercourse better. Ovulation prediction kits, looking at previous months bbt charts, or watching for body cues will help you to determine when you ovulate.
5. Charting may not be the best way to predict ovulation.
Charting is great for tracking your cycle but it does have disadvantages. By the time you can see ovulation on a bbt chart, you have already ovulated. It is good to chart so you can track your cycles, see if you ovulate the same time each month, and also so you can look back on your cycle and see if you timed things right. But if this is your first cycle trying to get pregnant or if you are not ovulating at the same time each month, an ovulation prediction kit would be more helpful.
6. See a doctor before you start trying to get pregnant.
Make sure you are in good health and have had a regular check up from your OBGYN or medical provider. Untreated infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or poor health can affect your chances of getting pregnant. Its good to see a doctor as well as start taking prenatal vitamins prior to trying to conceive.
7. Don’t smoke, drink alcohol, or abuse drugs when trying to get pregnant.
This may seem like common sense but many women do try to get pregnant while smoking, drinking or using drugs. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can affect your fertility. It will also affect your unborn child. It is important to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol before getting pregnant and not wait until you find out you are pregnant.
8. Have enjoyable sex.
Sometimes when couples are trying to conceive, sex becomes a job or function of reproduction and is not as enjoyable. Plan a romantic evening or try something different to spice things up. How you are feeling sexually may factor into your chances of getting pregnant. Some researchers believe that having an orgasm during sex increases your chances of getting pregnant. For women, the spasmic movements of orgasm will help pull the sperm into the uterus and for men a better orgasm may increase the man’s sperm count.
9. Have sex in positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.
The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Avoid positions where the woman is on top. Gravity will allow sperm to leak out with these positions. Also try placing a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm in longer. Don’t get up right after sex. Try to relax and allow the sperm to stay in the vagina as long as possible.
10. There is no such thing as trying too hard to get pregnant.
Most couples get pregnant within a year of trying. If you have not gotten pregnant within a year consult your doctor for advice
2006-10-21 18:23:53 · answer #6 · answered by chapped lips 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hah. That's what I always say. :D
2006-10-21 12:52:33 · answer #7 · answered by Ashley P 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
no, it doesn't
2006-10-21 15:04:07 · answer #8 · answered by cocoapuffs411 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋