Quit smoking....?

Question

How long after you quit smoking does your chance to conceive go up? I have been trying to find an answer forever...

My Gyno thinks that's been my problem (why I haven't been able to conceive), but I don't see him again until Feb. to ask how long it takes for things to get back to normal. I quit smoking a little over 2 months ago. Anyone have a clue? Please don't guess, I can do that myself...thanks.

I have been married for 6 years...trying to conceive for 4.5 of those (not very hard, just leaving it to fate.) We are just now wondering why it hasn't happened yet. I am a successful, responsible adult...and have seen much worse choices in the way of parents...if that answers your question.

Rocker...I do have PCOS, but my hormone levels are normal. My gyno stated that everything else is normal and figures that smoking is what caused everything to go out of whack. I understand it doesn't cause infertility, but I have read enough to know that if you have issues anyway, it certainly doesn't help. I know if you quit your chances improve...I should have been more specific, as that's what i was referring to. I have been charting, since august actually, at the request of my reg doc. Nothing rides normally like it should ovulation wise, but cycles are regular. I do ovulate (so far as we know), but nothing that you would normally associate with it, happens (CM, CP, BBT, etc.) It's very weird...

Answer 1

Hi Jen,

I like your "no b.s." style :) So, I'm gonna tell you what I really think.

1) I REALLY think you need a new GYNO. Smoking doesn't affect fertility. It does, however, affect your chances of miscarriage and other pregnancy issues once you do conceive.

2) If you've been without birth control for 4+ years and haven't gotten pregnant once, it's time for tests. Your doctor should have done this long ago if you expressed interest in getting pregnant. You AND your partner should be tested... infertility is a 50/50 possibility.

3) Indulge me. Will you start charting your cycles until your February appointment? Ideally, I'd like for you to walk in there with 3 complete cycles under your arm. TRUST ME, after 3 cycles you will either be pregnant or have some clues as to why. Charting has a way of flushing out some hidden issues, such as lack of ovulation, irregular ovulation, short luteal phase, thyroid issues, etc. By the way, each of these can be an issue and not necessarily interfere with you getting a period every month.

4) Last by NOT LEAST... congrats on quitting smoking!! It's the best thing you can do for yourself, so keep going. You've probably already noticing other things about your health that feel better and you'll definitely have a healthier pregnancy because of it.

FertilityFriend.com has a great online charting program. All you do is plug in your temps everyday and the software does the rest. It's easy and free. Give it a chance, you may be surprised. Smoking is not why you haven't gotten pregnant, but your charts may reveal why. If nothing else, they will tell you when you ovulate so you can be better at catching that egg :)

Good luck and feel free to contact me if you have any questions about charting.
http://www.fertilityfriend.com/

Answer 2

There is no way that smoking has caused you not to become pregnant. After this long trying, it seems that maybe there is another reason why you can't concieve, i would suggest going to the doctors and having some test done.
My mum smoked all the way through having me and my brother and so did the majority of other people at that time.
Look at the people years ago, they all smoked and had about 8 kids each!! But welldone for giving up and i hope you will be successful soon

Answer 3

Discover How To Quit Smoking - http://Go.QuitSmokingMagics.com

Answer 4

I have never heard of smoking having anything to do with conception. It can increase miscarriage, which is why they want those getting IVF to quit, but I can't see how it would make any difference in releasing an egg. I think your doc is just ignoring stuff. Congrats on quitting smoking though.

The problem with most studies is that they don't consider that smokers actually have different lifestyles than non-smokers. Non-smokers tend to have better eating habits and exercise more.

Answer 5

I know this doesn't exactly answer your question but I hope it helps.

"One important investigation showed that cessation of smoking for at least two months before attempting IVF significantly improved chances for conception. "-- http://209.85.165.104/search?q=cache:U0kxMUusT8EJ:www.obgyn.net/english/pubs/features/presentations/emam07/Smoking-Infertility.ppt+quitting+smoking+infertility&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us

Answer 6

if you consult with alternative/wholistic doctors, they will suggest that you not even try to conceive until you are a year off smokes and eating a healthy diet with regular exercise. are you?

as to conceiving in general: if you are having trouble doing so the universe/god/whatever is saying that you are not ready for parenting... of course you can just take meds and have multiples cause YOU run the show.

i realize that these may seem like harsh words... but have you REALLY worked out your stuff enough to have kids? i hope so for her/his sake. there are SO many miserable adults that were miserable children...