Is there a certain diet that a couple should go through if trying to conceive?

Question

trying to get pregnant for the first time

Answer 1

Nothing out of the ordinary, just a healthy diet, your wife or girlfriend HAS TO take prenatal vitamins and minerals, it is important because it lower the risks for birth defects. Go to your doctor so he can prescribe the best pills for her. Good luck!.

Answer 2

If your planning to get pregnant, it's best to refrain from drinking alcohol. Even moderate alcohol consumption can reduce your chances of conception.


It is also a good idea to start taking a prenatal vitamin (that contains folic acid) about 3 months before conceiving, if possible. Folic acid helps prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. But keep in mind that even if you are taking a daily prenatal vitamin, eating a balanced diet is still the best nutrition.


here is a lot of truth in the old saying "you are what you eat" - and while you're trying to conceive it's mostly significant.


Nutritionists recommend that dietary changes should be made at least 2-3 months before the intentional time of conception, as this will let your body to be better arranged for pregnancy itself.

When preparing for pregnancy, many doctors recommend a 3 to 4 month preparation period, which includes a healthy diet. While trying to conceive, it's a good time to begin good eating habits, as well as starting prenatal vitamins, to ensure that your baby will have all the necessary nutrients from the moment of conception.

Avoid junk foods, fatty foods and sugar. These foods make up the small tip of the pyramid and tend to replace more nutritious foods. If you get hungry between meals, try eating fresh fruit, vegetables, low-fat yogurt or a handful of nuts. Make sure you eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, since they contain essential sources of many vitamins and minerals, including folic acid, vitamin A and vitamin C. They are also useful in keeping you regular, because they are a great source of fiber. When trying to conceive, try and eat organic, as much as possible to avoid chemicals and pesticides which can affect your hormones.

This worked for me and I have PCOS good luck
Also there are certain positions that you can also go in after you have sex to make sure that the sperm gets to the back of the cervix. Have you lady lay on her back after sex with a pillow under her bum for a 1/2 hr

Answer 3

There are many books out there on the topic. I found a link to a site that talks about diet.

Answer 4

I've never heard of any. After the baby is conceived...that's another story! But no, we never followed a TTC diet nor have I ever heard of one.

Answer 5

for women start take prenatal now and dont drink or do drugs... eat plenty of fruits and veggies... Men caffeine before sex like 30 min will help increase your sperm activity and take vitamins and lots of water as well and NO DRINKING OR DRUGS

Answer 6

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