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Do you need help getting pregnant? When you consult a physician or a fertility specialist, the first thing that they will usually do is to try and find a medical reason for your failure to get pregnant. Usually, women will be told that they have one of a series of physical problems such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, tubal fibrosis, or endometriosis.

However, these physical problems may just be manifestations of something else, or they may not be the ones causing the actual infertility. Before surrendering your body to irrevocable surgery, maybe you should consider trying to go the natural route for help getting pregnant. This article provides you with several easy, simple suggestions that you should try.

First, try to remove synthetic cleaning products and other such household materials from your house. Exposure to the possible chemicals and toxins contained within these products can alter your system and keep you from being as fertile as you can be.

Second, Chinese medicine has proven to work with some women who need help getting pregnant. Alternative medicine tends to use natural herbs to create supplements that work with the body to increase your fertility levels. If you are stressed, anxious, or depressed, you may find that acupuncture, another traditional form of treatment, can help you to release these bad elements and make your body more receptive to pregnancy.

Finally, remember that it takes two to tango. Your husband should also be involved in this effort to create a successful pregnancy. You may want to suggest to your husband to cut down his exposure to toxins such as alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine for the duration of your attempts to conceive. Doing this, as well as increasing his dietary intake of omega 3 fatty acids such as can be found in nuts and salmon, will help increase his sperm count. This in turn will increase your chances of a successful pregnancy outcome.

There is nothing to lose in first trying natural methods to help you conceive. Try these simple suggestions and you may be surprised at how much they can help you.

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If you are 10 weeks pregnant, it means that you are nearing the end of your first trimester. The first trimester constitutes the first twelve weeks of pregnancy. At 10 weeks pregnancy stage, the embryo would have grown considerably. At this stage, it is important for pregnant women to take proper care of themselves in order to have a healthier baby.

Fetus Growth

In a 10 weeks pregnant woman, the fetus will be around 1.2 inches. It will weigh less than a sixth of an ounce. The vital organs like kidneys, heart, brain, lungs, and intestines would have been fully formed and functioning. From here on, the fetus will start to grow rapidly with each passing day. Over a period of next few weeks, the fetus will start to show the first signs of fingernails and hair growth. At this stage, the forehead will appear very big. However, as it develops, it will become normal in size.

Taking Care Of Yourself

With a baby growing rapidly inside you, it is important to take proper care of yourself. Proper care and nourishment always starts with a healthy diet that includes proteins, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and other essential nutrients in balanced amounts. It is best to take a doctor's advice regarding what should be consumed and what should be avoided during pregnancy.

For instance, health care providers always advise pregnant women to avoid eating foods that generate heat inside the body. Pineapple and papaya are two such fruits that generate heat and must be avoided during pregnancy.

It is best to take small meals throughout the day rather than taking large meals three times a day. Taking small meals will help in digestion and avoid problems like heartburn and acidity. Prefer taking a walk after your meal to ensure proper digestion.

Besides incorporating a healthy and balanced diet, 10 weeks pregnant women should keep themselves hydrated by drinking at least 8 to 10 glasses of water everyday.

Additionally, you should also take plenty of rest during your pregnancy. Take frequent naps throughout the day. Proper rest will ensure healthy growth of the embryo.

Activities To Avoid

At this stage, you can also begin reading books on pregnancy to get more information. Learning as much as you can about pregnancy is important to know about the things you need to avoid during pregnancy. Here is a list of some of the activities that pregnant women should avoid:

Smoking and drinking alcohol

Avoid activities like horse riding, hockey, skiing, and playing soccer as these activities increase the chances of trauma or injury to your abdomen.

Avoid exercises like aerobics.

Avoid over-exerting physically and mentally.

Avoid jacuzzi, saunas, and steam baths during early pregnancy because high temperature can lead to birth defects.

Reading books on pregnancy will also help you learn about the warning signs that you should watch out for during pregnancy. Severe headaches, a feeling that something is wrong, not feeling the child's heartbeat regularly, severe vomiting, and swelling on face, hands and legs can be considered some of the warning signs that should never be overlooked. Seek your doctor right away so that any complications can be avoided.

If you are 10 weeks pregnant, it is important to understand that there is still a long way to go. For the next 30 weeks or so, you will need to take extra care of yourself and your baby. And, learning as much as you can about pregnancy will help you in your goal.

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How can I get pregnant fast? I looked around for answer to this question for a very long time. I read a lot of books. I participated in online women's forums and did some research on the internet too. Here in this article I am going to share with you the top 5 tips which I feel will be useful for women wanting to get pregnant fast.

1. Have sex three times a week.

Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. This way you can be sure that you do not miss the most fertile period of the month. Some women find it difficult to precisely predict when they are ovulating. By having intercourse thrice a week you can be sure that you do not miss the opportunity to conceive.

2. Make use of an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.

Ovulation prediction kit and fertility monitor are both useful to identify the best time to get pregnant in any given month. These are very simple to use gadgets which anyone can make use of.

3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).

The amount of time which you have to get pregnant each month is only 24 hours on an average. The male sperm is capable of surviving for 3-4 days. On the other hand the fertilized egg usually survives for approximately 24 hours only. Hence if you have sex couple of days before ovulation, your partner's sperm would be ready and waiting to fertilize the egg when it is released.

4. Sex positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.

There are certain positions which help to keep the sperm inside the vagina for a longer time. The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Dog style and side by side positions are also useful to help in conception. Woman on top position must be avoided. It may also be useful to place a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm inside longer. Relax and keep lying down for some time after sex- do not be in a hurry to get up right after sex.

5. Don't smoke, drink alcohol, or do drugs if you seriously want to get pregnant.

Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can seriously impact your fertility. It can also cause harm to your unborn child. Remember, the first thing to do while figuring out-how can I get pregnant fast is to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol BEFORE getting pregnant. Don't wait until you find out you are pregnant!

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Our pets have some basic necessities that we should give in order for them to live their lives more comfortable and at ease. Those are the things that they really need so that they can able to stay with us and give us enjoyment for a longer period of time. It is our responsibility to provide them as we show our true love and care for them, more especially to those of our pregnant pets.

Animals are also like humans that need an extra care during their pregnancy or else they might miscarry their child. We need to give them more care this time and of course just like any other women; our pregnant pets have additional needs that we need to give to ensure that they will able to deliver new life very well. To help you with that, here are some of the things that you should give focus with once you know that your pet rabbit is in her pregnancy.



  1. Food. One of the most important things that we need to provide to our pregnant rabbits is the right food that will help them to be nourished and even healthier. They need those where they can get minerals and vitamins that will also make their child healthy and normal even they are still inside their womb. It is very important since the food that they will acquire will be their baby's only source in order to live and survive until the day that they will be born.


  2. Shelter. Pregnant women need a lot of good rest and sleep for it will be their way of giving enough comfort for their child, that's why we also need to give our rabbits a place where they could able to have peace every time. Provide them a good rabbit hutch where they can spend most of their time relaxing and strengthening their body. This rabbit hutch will help her to always feel comfortable and have no stress cause of noisy and dirty environment, which is really important during their pregnancy.


  3. Check-up. Everyone needs a regular check with a doctor to ensure that everything is going perfect with our entire body system and most especially if you still have that another life inside you. Bring your pregnant rabbits to a veterinary regularly so you can ensure their health and to help the rabbit have a good and safe delivery. It is very helpful for it can help you to know earlier if there are some complications with your pet's pregnancy and then it can be solved earlier too. Imagine that by just providing them the right medical protection, you can save two lives all at once, sounds really good right?


  4. Supplements. To give your pet extra protection from sickness and other bad illnesses, give them those food supplements and vitamins that will boost their immune system. With that, you will be able to nourish that child inside them plus avoiding any harm and danger to even get near to them.

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If you've found this article, you're probably looking for natural, inexpensive ways to conceive a girl baby or daughter.  I will discuss several ways that you can do this below.  I'll also tell you why these things work and how to make them a bit easier to accomplish.

Why Timing Is So Important When You Want A Girl Baby: Most every body knows that there are several days in your cycle where you are the most fertile and are most likely to become pregnant. But, not every one fully realizes that the day on which you conceive can influence your baby's gender.  Conceiving early in this cycle makes it more likely that you will conceive a girl, while hitting the tale end of the cycle favors your having a boy. 

Here's why this is true. Girl producing sperm are the most hardy of the two.  However, they are as slow as they are strong.  In contrast, boy sperm are as weak as they are fast.  Therefore, girl sperm have no problem surviving a slow and steady trek to your egg, while boy sperm would deteriorate and die off on the same trip.  So, conceiving early in your fertility cycle will allow many of the boy sperm to exit the stage, leaving the girl sperm that you're trying to encourage. You can gage your fertility with ovulation predictors.  I prefer the saliva variety, but this is a personal choice.

Intercourse Positions That Will Help You Conceive A Daughter: So, I've discussed when you should conceive.  Now, I'll tell you why the intercourse positions you use are important as well.  Again, it has to do with the weakness of the boy sperm and the strength of their female counterparts.  Remember that you are trying to give the son producing swimmers a long trip that they can't possibly make.  The first way to do this is by conceiving early in your cycle. The second way is by using shallow sexual positions.  This makes for a longer trip, which can be very effective.

Why Getting A High Enough PH Is An Important And Effective Way To Become Pregnant With A Female Baby: Keeping with the theme of giving the chromosomes that will get you a son a hard, difficult journey, another way to accomplish this is by creating a high vaginal PH and acidity.  This environment is simply too hostile for the many of the male swimmers to survive.  There are a few ways that you can go about this.  The first is by going on a high PH diet.  This sounds a bit complicated, but it's actually a lot like being on a weight loss diet.  Some foods will be off limits while others (with a high PH) will be encouraged.  There are food lists that can make this easier as well.

Another way to raise your conceiving PH is by douching, but probably not the way your grandmother did it.  I'm not talking about vinegar and water.  Douching has evolved well beyond this and can be extremely effective.  I realize that some people find douching undesirable, but you only have to do it long enough to get your optimal PH.  (You can find out where you are by using PH test strips).  And, if you are dead set against it, you can use foods and diet alone, but understand that it may take a bit longer.

Stay The Course: Probably the biggest mistake I see people make with this process is not following through.  They will maybe use one or two of the methods, leaving the rest to chance.  This is frustrating to me because just taking a few extra steps can take your odds of getting pregnant with a girl from roughly 50% to as high as over 90%.  If you really think about it, you're only addressing three variables.  Use the correct timing, tweak your intercourse positions, and achieve the right PH, and you've just greatly upped your odds of a pink nursery.

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Have you ever heard the old saying, "You Are What You Eat?", well, I'd like to add one to that, "You Live What You Think". One of the most frustrating situations for women of any age is not being able to get pregnant. Here you have this body that you have relied on for your entire life, and it's not pulling through for you. You feel like you are doing the right things, staying in shape, eating right, paying attention to your "fertility signals" but nothing. It may surprise you that you have more control than you've been led to believe. You are not a victim, you have the ability to take charge of the situation.

Maybe you're missing a critical component. Your mind has to be on board too. If you've been trying to conceive for a while, you may be saying to yourself, "I can't get pregnant, maybe I'm infertile". That's the wrong message because even though you want to get pregnant more than anything, your mind hears: "Can't get pregnant" and "infertile". It's a small shift, but what you need to be thinking about is getting pregnant and having a baby. Although the pain, frustration and downright anger associated with long-term failure is hard to get through, you need to leave that behind and focus on a positive outcome. How do you do this? Visualization and Meditation helps to retrain your mind.

Visualization is picturing in your mind what you want: a healthy happy baby. Rather than focusing on every mindboggling detail of the fertilization and pregnancy process, what you need to do is focus on the happy ending and leave the details to work themselves out. If you have ever found yourself daydreaming, then you know how to visualize. It's really quite simple, but we forget how to let go and think about the good stuff as we get older and burdened by life in general. So how do you visualize? If you choose, you can start by picturing in your mind a baby moving through your fallopian tubes and landing softly in your uterus.

This baby will attach firmly and will feel warm and safe where it will grow for the next 9 months. If that seems to microscopic or too difficult, you can just visualize yourself playing with your baby. Imagine the love and the joy you feel as your relish every moment with this miracle of life. Imagine all of the day to day things you will do with your baby. How will you dress them? How will you feed them? See yourself bathing them, putting them to bed and taking them out for a stroll. Talk to your future child. Invite them to come and live their life with you.

Meditation, on the other hand is when you think of nothing. Visualization launches your intentions, but meditation helps you to connect with the all powerful and all knowing force in the universe where all things are possible. Visualization can be done any time or anywhere, but meditation requires a quiet space where you will not be interrupted. Not only will meditation help you to attract those intentions you launched with visualization, but it will also provide relief from the day to day stress which may be keeping your body from getting pregnant in the first place.

Most of us spend our days trying to multitask and our minds are trying to juggle three or four things at once. Honestly, when was the last time you actually tried to think of nothing? It's actually a little challenging, but with practice, it is possible. When you meditate, you become an open vessel. You are present in the moment. This allows you to unite with the greater good. You will be surprised how much easier you will move through life when you make this connection with your higher self which is connected to all creation.

The first step is to make a conscious decision to leave your negative thoughts of frustration and anger behind. Learn to dream again. Take an inventory of the positive aspects of your life. This is how you will attract what you want for your future.

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Deciding to get pregnant and starting your own family is really very exciting. It requires a lot of attention, care and emotions. Giving birth of a child is a very natural process. Some women get pregnant very easily without any difficult. In today's generation there are huge quantities of that couples who are struggling to become parents for a long time. Some women try to get pregnant but not able to do so. There are many reasons behind why she cannot give birth of her own child? So, here is a product that will really help you in getting pregnant in just within 60 to 90 days. This pregnancy miracle teaches you step by step program to get pregnant fast when you are suffering from the any reason of not conceiving. Pregnancy miracle will help you in some cases such as:-

• Age over 40
• Endometriosis, Tubal obstruction or Ovarian cysts
• Diagnosed with high level of FSH
• PCOS for years
• Ovarian Cysts Or 'Lazy Ovaries' Or Acyclic Ovaries (An ovulation)
• A History of Miscarriages - again this is failure of correct implantation
• Uterine Fibroids or Uterus Scarring - these can interfere with the implantation process
• Undergone years of conventional infertility treatment without success

So, above you have learned how this miracle book helps you in these types of problems and makes you get pregnant in just within 2 months. This miracle book is written by Chinese medicine researchers, alternative health and nutrition specialist, health consultant, and former infertility sufferer Lisa Olson. If you go through this book and follow the step by step program, you can treat your infertility forever.

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BABY DEVELOPMENT

Your baby has reached another milestone in his/her development. At 24 weeks of pregnancy, your baby is considered "viable." This means that if your little one decided to make a surprise entrance this week, he/she has a 40 percent chance of surviving with the help of neonatal intensive care. Your baby is now around 11.8 inches long, and he/she weighs over a pound (around 1.3 pounds).

  • Your baby's lungs continue to mature and improve their function this week. In fact, the lungs are developing the "branches" of the "respiratory tree." In addition, cells are starting to produce a substance called "surfactant," which will help the air sacs inflate on the outside world. If your baby is born without enough surfactant, he/she will need help breathing.

  • At pregnancy week 24, your little bundle of joy's skin is still thin and translucent (see-through), but this is slowly changing, due to more fat layers being laid down between the skin cells.

  • The amount of amniotic fluid surround your baby starts to increase in volume after this week. The level of amniotic fluid steadily increases until around week 35 or 36, when it slowly decreases.

  • As your baby grows more proportional with every day that passes, his/her digestive system, central nervous system, reproductive system, and circulatory systems continue to mature.

  • Your baby's eyelids and eyebrows are fully formed at 24 weeks of pregnancy, but your little one's eyes won't open for several more weeks. (They have been fused shut since the first trimester.)

  • Ossification is occurring this week. Your baby's skeleton is slowly turning from cartilage to bone. This process will continue throughout your pregnancy.

  • This week, lanugo (soft, downy hairs that cover your baby's body for warmth) is trapping vernix (the white, waxy protective covering which protects his/her skin from the amniotic fluid) onto the surface of the skin.

Fun Fact:

Your baby's heartbeat has slowed down at 24 weeks, though it still beats pretty fast. If you want to listen to his/her heartbeat, you can buy a Prenatal Heart Listener from any baby store, and you can listen to your little bundle of joy's heart beat from the comfort of your home.

MOM'S CHANGES

In the last couple of weeks, the top of your uterus has continued to rise above your navel. At pregnancy week 24, your uterus may be anywhere between 1.5 and 2 inches above your belly button. You may also have gained at least 15 pounds, possibly more. (Remember to aim for 25 to 35 pounds if you are average-sized.)

As your baby is getting larger, he/she has less room to move about in the womb. So you may be feeling stronger kicks this week, but if your baby's movements are still rhythmic, that's perfectly normal too. At this point in pregnancy, you may also notice that your baby has a regular sleep-wake pattern. Take time to enjoy feeling your baby move inside you - you'll miss this sensation after your little one is born!

At pregnancy week 24, you may notice that you're experiencing more vaginal discharge than before. Don't be alarmed by this change. It's quite normal. A majority of expectant mothers have higher levels of vaginal discharge than before pregnancy, due to the increased hormones in their body and more blood flowing to the genital area.

This vaginal discharge is called "leukorrhea," and it should be clear or white in appearance, and it's often odorless. You will notice more of this discharge in your third trimester and closer to your due date. If your vaginal discharge is thick, yellow, and foul smelling, and it comes with itching, you should call your doctor. This may be a sign of a vaginal infection.

Unfortunately, there's not much you can do about this extra discharge. It's normal during pregnancy. If it bothers you that much, you may want to wear panty liners to soak it up. (Do not use tampons during pregnancy.)

Fun Fact:

Did you know that most babies instantly recognize the scent and sound of their mother's voice immediately after birth? So the more that you talk and communicate with your baby in utero, the more closer both of you will feel toward each other following delivery.

PREGNANCY 411

The Signs of Preterm Labor

Though you may think it's too early to even think about preterm labor, it's not. Over 12 percent of babies are born premature (or before 37 weeks of pregnancy). Premature babies face a host of problems, so you will want to keep your "bun" cooking in the "oven" for as long as possible.

Risk factors for delivering early include:

  • Past history of preterm delivery

  • Twin or multiples pregnancy

  • Late or no prenatal care during pregnancy

  • Smoking, drinking, or using illegal drugs when you're expecting

  • Standing for prolonged periods of time

  • Domestic violence

  • Cervical and uterine abnormalities

Even if you are not at risk for going into labor early, you are only weeks away from the third trimester, so you will want to know the signs of labor just in case. These include the following:

  • Low, dull backache

  • Pelvic pressure, or the sensation that your baby is pushing down

  • Menstrual-like cramps

  • Vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage

  • Contractions that come every ten minutes, or more often, and get closer together as time passes

You will want to contact your doctor or healthcare provider if you experience any of those symptoms.

At 24 weeks of pregnancy, if you're at risk for delivering early or you're experiencing symptoms of preterm labor, your care provider may recommend that you take a fetal fibronectin (fFN) test. This test looks at the "glue-like" protein that binds the amniotic sac to the uterine lining.

If the test detects this protein, this means that your body is ready to deliver. If the test is negative, this means that there is a 99 percent chance that you will not go into labor in the next two weeks.

If you receive a positive result, your healthcare team will create a plan of action to help your pregnancy last longer, if that's possible. This may include certain medications and bed rest for the rest of your pregnancy.

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If you are having trouble conceiving, you may be starting to do some research as to what you can do to help the process along. Your doctor has probably told you that she will not see you until you have tried conceiving for a year, but you don't want to wait that long. So, left to your own devices, you start searching the Internet to find the magic pill that will help you to get pregnant as quickly as possible. You will find a plethora of information that describes solutions to infertility that is promised to work. The information can be confusing at best and it is difficult to know which information is correct. You need some honest help getting pregnant. Vitamin B6 is one of those solutions touted as the magical pill that will help you get pregnant immediately. Before you start popping those pills, there is some important information you need to know.

Vitamin B6 Fact #1 - B6 will not get you pregnant immediately.
Vitamin B6 is not a magic pill for fertility. Taking large amounts of it in an effort to conceive will not work, and could, in fact, be harmful to the body. This nutrient is an important part of general health and good general health makes for a baby ready body. So in that way, it works with a healthy diet to make conception easier.

Vitamin B6 Fact #2 - B6 can help you keep your pregnancy.
Studies have shown that this supplement will lengthen the time between when you ovulate and when you get your period. This is called the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle and a normal length is somewhere between 10 and 14 days. If your cycles typically have this time as less than 10 days, you may have difficulty conceiving. A luteal phase that is too short will not be able to sustain a fertilized egg and a miscarriage will occur. Medical professionals concur that taking vitamin B6 can lengthen this phase. In fact, studies show that women with a vitamin B6 deficiency could have the shortened luteal phase precisely because they need more of it.

Vitamin B6 Fact #3 - B6 is found in many foods.
You don't necessarily have to add vitamin B6 supplements if you discover that your luteal phase is short. Many foods contain it, and it is not difficult to get the recommended amount of two milligrams per day through a proper diet. Foods such as fish, chicken, beans, corn and nuts contain vitamin B6.

Vitamin B6 Fact #5 - B6 is in prenatal vitamins.
It can be a good idea to start taking prenatal vitamins before you get pregnant. If you are heeding this advice, you should already be getting the recommended amount of vitamin B6 each day.

Vitamin Fact #6 - B6 as been known to help reduce the severity of morning sickness.
Many women who struggle with nausea and vomiting during the early stages of pregnancy have reported relief by taking this supplement. It is very important to discuss this with your doctor, as any supplement taken in excess could harm you and the baby. You never want to take a supplement without consulting with your doctor first.

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Finding out that a teenager is pregnant is not all that unusual. Because teenagers are not at an age where discernment is necessarily a strong point, many girls end up pregnant during their teenage years. Perhaps there are many that you never hear about because they end up aborting the baby. Pregnancy counseling is a necessity today for teenage girls.

If you are a pregnant teenager, it is important for you to know that there are people out there who are willing to help you not just get through this time, but they are there to help you get through this predicament with best possible results. Whether or not you choose to keep your baby as your own will be something you will need to consider for yourself. Pregnancy counseling can help you get through the pregnancy and help you decide on your next step.

Getting pregnant was probably not in your future plans. Perhaps you do not even have any way to pay for all of the costs associated with it. Your parents might have insurance, but it might not include maternity. All of these issues are probably weighing on your mind. Your first step is to tell your parents. They may be very angry, but hopefully they will help you make the right choices. Tell them you would like to go to pregnancy counseling. Some agencies that counsel will help with medical expenses, and they will also help you if you choose to put your baby up for adoption.

The worst thing you can do is to ask your other teenage friends for advice. Some might have good advice, but others may not. You would be wise to seek out the help of people who help pregnant teenagers all of the time. They are equipped to give you the advice you need to make the right decisions about the next chapter in your life.

This is obviously a situation that will require a great deal of introspection and reflection on your part. There is no need to go through the whole decision-making process alone, however. There are numerous viable options at hand, but you will want guidance from experienced advisors in order to fully account for your particular needs and views. The most important thing to remember is that there is still a beautiful future on the horizon for you, no matter how difficult life may feel at the moment. Pregnancy counseling can help you find the right path to happiness and peace on your terms.

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Are you wondering in your head, "What can I do to help me get pregnant?", if so here are some tips to help you get pregnant fast.

What can I do to help me get pregnant tips:

How To Get Pregnant Tip #1: Eat Right

Eating right is actually a two stop process. First you need to stop eating foods that are bad for you that can cause infertility problems in both women and men and then you need to start eating nutrient dense foods that will boost your fertility.

Foods that you need to avoid are: Caffeine (coffee, tea), cigarettes (quit smoking and avoid second hand smoke), sugar (both artificial and white sugar can cause serious problems such as Candidiasis - Candida which can lead to infertility, all canned foods, fast and processed foods, MSG, food coloring, and preservatives.

Start eating: raw organic fruits and vegetables. Cooking destroys much of the valuable trace minerals, vitamins, nutrients, antioxidants and more from food. Pesticides can also cause infertility problems and must be avoided at all costs. Eat organic whenever possible.

How To Get Pregnant Tip #2: Drink Lots of Water

Please don't laugh. Most people over look this crucial tip. Many people are dehydrated and don't drink enough water. The truth is, water is extremely important to many processes within your body including reproduction. Your urine should always be clear. As general rule of thumb drink at least 6-8 glasses of water a day.

How To Get Pregnant Tip #3: Have A Clean Colon

Why is this important? Most people have bloated bellies and have a bowel movement only once a day or every few days. As a result, the body becomes jammed and full of toxins. Nutrient absorption will significantly increase if you have a clean colon - making it easier for you to get pregnant. Serious problems such as Candidiasis (Candida) are also avoided.

Make sure you do a colon cleanse if you have a bloated belly or if you aren't going to the washroom at least 2-3 times a day. You most likely have pounds of feces that you can get rid of in your colon.

Once your cleanse your colon and start to eat right, you will start to feel stronger and more vibrant. Pregnancy will follow close behind.

So stop thinking about "What can I do to help me get pregnant", because now you know. You only need to start acting!

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Making yourself aware of the several complexities linked to the pregnancy stage can be highly beneficial, when you are in the phase of becoming a mother. Several physical and mental changes take place in your body, due to the hormonal changes. You may perceive various changes in your bodily function but you need not worry, because these changes are common during this beautiful stage. Generally, a woman perceives these changes for the first time and it is possible that they mat not know how they should cope up with these changes.

In order to tackle this situation easily, there are several tips that will help you in this stage. Moreover, you will be able to come out of the stress that every woman faces during pregnancy. Apart from releasing your mental stress, the pregnancy tips will also help you to take care of your unborn child. A doctor will be the best person to provide suggestions, but some of the common tips will help you take special care of yourself and your unborn baby as well.

Healthy Pregnancy Tips
If you are pregnant or about to get pregnant, then some of the pregnancy tips that would help you during this stage are follows:

Know the early signs of pregnancy: It is advised that you should know the early pregnancy signs that would help you to get alert and ready at the right time.

Discuss with Your Partner: It is very necessary that you should discuss with your partner and plan your pregnancy properly. Make sure both of you come to a common conclusion about getting pregnant.

Take Healthy Diet: It is essential to eat healthy food regularly, if you are pregnant and avoid any type of dieting during pregnancy. Eat balanced diet daily and eat foods that are rich in fiber. Try to include more vegetables in your diet and eat those foods that contain protein, calcium, iron, folate and protein in higher quantity. Keep in mind that you should take 300 calories to 500 calories daily for your unborn baby, who is in your womb.

Avoid Caffeine: Avoid those foods and drinks, which contain caffeine, such as chocolate, coffee, tea and coffee. If you are addicted to tea or coffee, then try to take it in limit. Moreover, try to drink plenty of water, because that will filter the toxic from your body.

Learn Tips from Your Friends and Family: Becoming a mother is a valuable experience in the life of a woman, and so it is necessary that you should be aware of the beauty and complexities of this stage. It's always helpful to take tips from your friends and family, who already have a baby.

Read a Book on Pregnancy: It is highly advisable that you should read a book on pregnancy that would give you a better idea about the complexities you might face at the time of pregnancy.

Avoid Smoking and Alcohol: Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited, when you are pregnant, because they are very harmful to you and the health of your baby.

Get a Family Health Plan: It's better to have a family health plan, if you are about to deliver a baby, because it will be in the benefit of the future of your baby.

Join a Yoga Class: Yoga is highly beneficial for a pregnant woman, as it will keep your body fit and you will have a healthy baby.

Wear Comfortable Clothes: It's highly recommended that you should wear comfortable clothes that keep you comfortable.

Hope, the above given tips helps you keep yourself healthy and fit. It will also help you to take care of your baby. Moreover, if you are a working woman then experts has a view that they can work till sixth month, but they need to take extra care of themselves and their child, as compared to housewives.

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Natural endometriosis treatment is by far and a way the best method of trying to improve your fertility. Infertility medication has been shown to be quite unsafe and not terribly effective. On the other hand, the natural methods you can use have minimal side effects and have been shown to have a 70% success rate amongst Asian couples.

I strongly advise investing in a renowned guide teaching you exactly how to use herbal medication for your specific needs. There is one in particular that a client of mine suffering from endometriosis found extremely useful. I will talk about this book later.

Natural Endometriosis Treatment - How does it work?

This treatment is designed to facilitate  proper hormone balance in the body. This is absolutely crucial for conceiving and getting rid of ovarian cysts and endometriosis. An overabundance of estrogen is a typical cause of cysts and endometriosis. This mix of herbs will help to regulate this.

Natural Endometriosis Treatment - What else will happen?

Endometriosis sufferers often experience bleeding, muscle cramps and pain. These usually are the result of inflamed tissue in the uterus. Particular herbs are selected specifically to target and reduce these inflammations therefore eliminating the pain and the bleeding.

Natural Endometriosis Treatment - How Long Does it Take?

This obviously depends on your specific condition but most women can see improvements and even conceive within 8 weeks of using such medication properly.

The guide that I recommend has a 2 month guarantee so that if you don't see sufficient gains after 2 months of using the guide properly, you can claim your money back and let me tell you, the refund rate is under 1%! Learn more about it; natural endometriosis treatment.

All in all, it is best to give herbal treatment a go before embarking on the long and uncertain path of IVF or IUI treatment. The beauty is there is almost zero cost and zero risk of side effects if you follow the guidelines properly.

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Trying to lose those extra pounds after having a baby takes a little more time and effort than under normal circumstances, but the same weight loss principles apply. If you've just given birth, I'm sure you are anxious to pack up all those maternity clothes and pull out all your old stuff (or better yet, go buy some new clothes.) In this article I'm going to give you some easy lifestyle changes that will help you shed those pregnancy pounds and get your body back as soon as possible.

The biggest difference between weight loss after pregnancy and normal weight loss techniques is that you need to take baby steps (pun intended). Your body is readjusting itself to your normal hormone and body fluid levels. If you are breastfeeding, you need to take extra care not to lose weight too fast, because your body is producing milk for your baby and the calories you take in will be used primarily for milk production and whatever is left over will be used to maintain your health and energy level. (Try not to drop below 2200 to 2500 calories a day)

Your body will naturally want to get back to a normal weight, but there are things that you can do to significantly accelerate that weight loss.

Drink Plenty Of Water - Especially if you are breastfeeding. It takes a lot of fluid to produce milk and new moms often find themselves being overly thirsty. By drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day (stay away from caffeine) your body will come to expect that it will get the water it needs and as a result it won't store it up in your cells, or ankles or all those places that we feel bloated. Water is heavy (8.33 pounds per gallon), so by not storing it up you will avoid the extra water weight.

Get Adequate Sleep - This is a total catch 22 for new parents, but getting at least 7-8 hours of sleep a day (it doesn't have to be continuous) is vital to maintaining many different bodily systems. If you are consistently sleep deprived, you can actually start to gain weight (it happened to me, my baby was a horrible sleeper). Get your hubby to bring your baby to you to breastfeed so that you don't have to actually get up 3-4 times a night. Nap when your baby naps. Don't worry about keeping the house spotless, there will be time for that and you can always invite your mother or mother-in-law over to help. They will do anything to spend time with their grandchild.

Start A Low Impact Exercise Routine - After the birth of my son, we went on a walk every morning (granted, it was June and very warm). He loved seeing the world and the fresh air and light exercise was invigorating. You'd be surprised how just walking 4-5 times a week for at least 30 minutes will help you lose those pesky pounds.

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For centuries people have used massage for therapeutic reasons to help get rid of stress and tension built up in the muscles. Pregnancy is stressful, because of the excessive weight gain and pregnant woman can benefit from a therapeutic massage to help relieve the stretching, aching muscles. Pregnancy requires a different approach though, but the benefits, if done right, help add to a healthy prenatal care. A pregnant woman needs to find a massage therapist who has training and certification to give prenatal massages. They know how to massage a pregnant mother safely without harming her or the baby.

Benefits

Because massage acts to reduce stress it helps a pregnant mom to feel relaxed, and this helps her to be healthier because she has relief from the muscle strain. Massage helps to relieve depression symptoms because it gives an overall good feeling. Swedish massage works to improve circulation and lymphatic system with the focus on muscle groups throughout the body. Swedish massage is safe for pregnancy because it works to target areas that change due to pregnancy hormones, including the loosening of the joints and muscles relieving the most common discomforts of a growing pregnancy.

Massage Regulates Hormones and Reduces Swelling

Pregnancy hormones surge through the mother, often making her feel discomfort. Because safe massages helps with circulation, it also helps with overall well-being, and that includes hormone regulation, because when the mother is stress-free, her hormones will remain balanced. Stress causes hormones to fluctuate. A good massage will aid the body in releasing more serotonin and dopamine (feel good hormones) and helps to reduce the stress hormones of cortisol and norepinephrine (stress producers). This helps the pregnant mom to relax and reduces the instances of preterm labour issues.

Swelling is just a part of pregnancy, and the swelling affects the muscles and joints causing discomfort. A good massage helps to alleviate the swelling by causing the soft tissues to reduce the fluid build-up. This aids the body in disposing of the excessive fluids, which helps to add to the comfort of the pregnant mom.

Precautions

It is risky to receive a massage from someone who is not certified to do prenatal massages. Only those who have proper certification and education are qualified to give a pregnant woman a safe massage. Seek out professionals who can show their credentials and references. Pregnant women require specialized treatment to allow for their growing belly. Avoid tables with holes, which allow the belly to stretch unnecessarily. Instead, a professional massage therapist will have her to lie on her side, to support the growing belly.

Who should not have a prenatal massage?

Any pregnant woman who is experiencing a high-risk pregnancy should avoid a prenatal massage. High risk conditions such as high blood pressure from preeclampsia or PIH, at risk for preterm labour and premature birth. Other than those conditions, a pregnant woman should ask her health care provider if she is okay to have a prenatal massage. Generally if she is in good health, prenatal massage is safe, however some believe it is dangerous for a woman in her first trimester, feeling it may increase the risk for miscarriage.

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Firstly, I would like to thank you for viewing my article - I hope that you find it informative, and i truly believe that I can save you long term pain, frustration and save you tons of money. Take just a few minutes to read this before you end up spending money on expensive drugs and unhealthy infertility treatments - i can assure you, you haven't seen anything like this before! Plan and find the best way to conceive by reading these effective tips:

Tip 1 - Try avoiding lubricants. Some kinds change the acid balance in the vagina, which can stop sperm from swimming properly. Don't douche either after sex or any other time. A survey of 840 women revealed that women who douched were less likely to get pregnant than women who didn't. The study didn't reveal why, but some doctors think douching can also change the acid balance in the vagina.

Tip 2 - One of the most important tips when trying to get pregnant is to know your fertile days. You only ovulate once a month, and you're most likely to get pregnant if your have sex shortly before you ovulate. Your fertile days are approximately in the middle of your menstrual cycle. Learn the signs of ovulation and try keeping an ovulation chart to help you plan.

Have plenty of sex, especially during your fertile days. Many people believe that having sex every day decreases a man's sperm count, and that he should take every other day off to "recharge". But for normal men, sex every day is just fine. Trying every day during your fertile days may actually increase your chance of conceiving. Don't turn it into a chore, though. Trying to make a baby should be fun and joyful!

Tip 3 - There is no firm evidence that certain positions help to get pregnant. If penetration is achieved and ejaculation occurs then there is a good chance of getting pregnant whatever the position you are adopting.

When ejaculation occurs, the sperm are shot up inside the vagina right up to the mouth of the cervix and even higher, the sperm from there will start to move upwards aided by vaginal mucus towards the moth of the fallopian tubes where most fertilisation actually takes place.

The only reason for thinking that certain positions are better than others is gravity.

Some women think there is something wrong when they get up after lovemaking (even if it is the next morning), and have a flood of sperm flow out of the vagina. This is normal, but rest assured that there is still a significant amount of sperm that has already traveled right up inside towards the opening of the fallopian tubes.

Also, after lovemaking if you want you might try putting a cushion under your hips to avoid the flow of sperm out from the vagina.

Tip 4 - Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia can cause you not to have periods. They can also disturb your thyroid function, which then disrupts your menstrual cycle.

Consider giving up caffeine. Some studies show decreased fertility among coffer drinkers, but others don't show any effect at all. However, if you can survive without your daily caffeine dose, it's worth a try.

Although it probably won't affect your fertility, you should start taking prenatal vitamins or folic acid supplements. Folic acid helps guard against a very serious neurological birth defect.

There are many ways to become pregnant. For more tips on getting pregnant, get Beth Kiley's FREE "The 7 Most Common Mistakes to Avoid When Trying To Conceive", report, by clicking here.

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Being pregnant is wonderful feeling which every women in the world wants to go through once in their lifetime. Pregnancy comes with all sorts of highs and lows in the life of women. You have dealt with many issues of morning sickness, cramps, swelling, indigestion, constipation and so on. The list goes on and on. However after pregnancy also you have to deal with your biggest problem which is excess weight. It's very normal for you to feel unattractive after pregnancy and you will want to achieve your original size as soon as possible. What you don't understand is that you took full nine months to get in that shape so getting back into your original shape will take time and patience.

However there are certain tips which will help you regain your attractive figure. First don't over do it keep in mind that you have to achieve healthy body and also be able look after your newborn. A good workout should leave you feeling energized and happy not tired and weak. The baby also needs you as your body but also don't make taking care of baby as an excuse for not to work-out else your goal of losing weight after pregnancy will never happen.

Diet is important:

Second ask your doctor to provide you with a suitable diet plan which provides you with all the nutrition which your body requires. If body is fit then only you can go ahead with the task of achieving weight loss else you will achieve weak body and have less energy to deal with your infants needs.

Third start slowly but with steady action plan. Plan an hour or so in which you pay attention only to your body and no one else then do those easy to do tasks which will help you lose weight such as walk for half an hour slowly and slowly take it to an hour. Fourth do gentle exercises which will help you lose weight efficiently? Also add up exercises to make your uterus return to its usual size. Fifth eat healthy food and avoid eating junk food. Eat more of fruits and nutritive food like nuts, vegetables and whole grains etc.

Sixth start eating for one process till the time the baby was in the womb it was taking his/her intake from your food intake. However now it's not like that so reduce your intake of food. Instead eat high density food which provides energy and makes you feel full such as low-fat dairy products, poultry products, green vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Seventh breastfeeding helps in reducing weight. It burns about 500 calories per day so as much as you breastfeed you burn as much as calories. Also when you are nursing your baby you would be always on your toes which would help you keep fit. Eighth start doing different forms of exercises such as yoga- great for relaxation of mind , body and soul; aerobics - great for losing weight and walking - great for whole body. Ninth take your baby for evening strolls in the pram. Yes your baby will like to be out in the pram and this will give you to bond with him as well as provide a great workout for your body.

Tenth drink loads of water it helps in flushing your toxins also helps in making you little full which helps you cut down on excess intake of food. Eleventh avoid temptations, eat only when you're hungry and eat smaller portions. Now finally all you have to do is have full determination towards your goal of losing that excess weight. Just follow these simple but effective tips to lose weight effectively. However the weight loss will not be drastic but will certainly last longer and provide you with your original figure.

Losing weight can be achieved with a careful attention to diet and well laid out plan of action. Also if you are exercising your way to lose weight just ensure you don't over do it. Also you can make your routine fun by turning it to be constructive experience towards your weight loss agenda.

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The fact about fertility is so stressful. Research suggest that taking care of what we put in our bodies may have a profound effect to increase the chances of getting pregnant. Balanced diet, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, drinking a lot of water, eating healthy, exercising regularly is the best way to get your body in shape for a baby. It is important to ensure that you are getting all important nutrients to get pregnant fast.

Eating lots of raw fruits and vegetables is recommended each daily, at least 2-3 cups for the first month for the detoxification period. Adding wheat germ oil, wheat germ pearls to the diets will help to increase sperm counts, motility, healthy morphology and the number of effective, fertile sperm. Studies have been shown that wheat germ has lots of zinc and selenium in it and works on the body to dilate both the fallopian tubes and the somniferous tubules.

To complete the needs of folic acid, spinach and other leafy greens are an excellent source. Folic acid is important in facilitating regular healthy egg production, optimizing sperm production and helping to prevent neural tube defects during early pregnancy. Green leafy is also a great source of vitamin C and iron; it will help to enhance sperm quality by protecting the DNA stored within it from damage.

When trying to get pregnant, try to avoid processed foods, because they are less of vitamins, minerals and nutrients and there is preservative addition. Rather than processed foods, it is better to choose unprocessed foods; it pays to go for good quality.

If you are trying to get pregnant, it is safe to go easy on the caffeine. Some studies have shown a link between caffeine consumption and a womans' ability to conceive. Less than 300mg for a day will not give any effect to a' womans' fertility. Depending on the brewing method, the type of bean, and how strong its brewed, the amount of caffeine in a cup of coffee varies widely, and also depending on the size of the coffee cup.

To support infertility issues, there are over 100 herbs, homeopathic, and supplements used. Natural approach to fertility is and has been enormously successfully, there are many elements that can be at the root of your fertility problems. Diet and take nutritional supplements had an 80% success rate of getting pregnant.

Free radicals seems to affect adversely the maturing process of female eggs, and too many free radicals tearing around our bodies also speed up the natural decline in fertility as we age. Consume plenty of fruits and vegetables could help to prolong your reproductive years as well.

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So, you've recently been informed by your doctor that you've been experiencing pregnancy complications and need to be put on immediate bed rest, but I'm here to tell you not to fret young mother. Pregnant women are put on bed rest all the time, and have been since the beginning of time. Consider yourself lucky that you're not living in the 1800s!

In an effort to clear up any misconceptions, concerns, or questions that you may have about your pregnancy complications, I've put together this little FAQ for you.

Q: Why was I put on bed rest?

A: Unfortunately, there are several reasons why your doctor might prescribe a nice, lengthy, stay in bed when you're pregnant. Rest assured, however, that all reasons are sound and will ensure you a healthy pregnancy.

Here are some of the complications that lead to bed rest:

繚 Premature Labor

繚 Vaginal Bleeding

繚 High Blood Pressure

繚 Gestational Diabetes

繚 Multiples

繚 History of Miscarriages

繚 Poor Fetal Development

繚 Placental Issues

繚 Cervical Incompetence

Q: Will being put on bed rest really help my pregnancy complications?

A: Absolutely; it's essential to ensure the normalization of whatever is currently going wrong. When you're stressed, straining yourself with work, or participating in activities that exert you, you're changing physical attributes of your body that might provoke unwanted side effects during pregnancy. Being pregnant, alone, is already a huge strain on your body.

Q: Should I be resting in any particular position?

A: Possibly. This is a question to bring up to your health care provider as your situation may dictate that you maintain a certain position while on bed rest. The best resting position is the "side-lying" position and definitely not on your back. Lying on your left side is optimal and best for circulation for you and baby. But you can also lie on your right side too.

Q: Bed rest sounds really uncomfortable; how do I best deal with that?

A: There are plenty of ways to soothe the sore muscles and aching joints that tend to accompany bed rest; however, you must be sure to clear anything and everything with your doctor.

Once you have the green light, here are a few things you can try:

繚 Change from side to side often; alleviate pressure and stimulate muscles

繚 Squeeze a stress ball!

繚 Turn your arms and feet in circles; get the blood moving

繚 Tighten muscles, then release; repeat

繚 Take an occasional warm bath in Epsom salts.

Through all exercises, be sure to avoid using your abdominal muscles, and again, please check with your doctor before trying any of these!

Q: What is the most important thing for me to do when I discover I'm going on bed rest?

A: In my opinion, the best thing that you can do for yourself is find out exactly what your limitations are. This is a conversation to be had with your doctor and you want to make sure you ask a lot of questions. You don't want to be doing less than you're able to do, and you certainly don't want to do more than you should be doing.

Here's a starter list of activities to ask your doctor about:

繚 Am I able to cook?

繚 Can I take care of light chores?

繚 Am I able to go for a walk?

繚 How should I handle bathing and showering?

繚 Can I drive?

繚 What forms of exercise can I perform?

繚 Am I able to have sexual intercourse?

Q: How will I ever survive the boredom of being stuck in bed all day?!

A: While I know it seems daunting, boring, and miserable, I'm here to tell you that bed rest can actually be a lot of fun! You can get a ton accomplished that I'm sure you haven't even considered yet.

Here are some great ideas for making the best of your pregnancy complications:

繚 Connect with Friends

繚 Create a Blog

繚 Make Baby Preparations

繚 Pack a Hospital Bag for the Big Day

繚 Make Medical Preparations

繚 Establish a Routine

繚 Catch Up on Organization

繚 Research Parenting

繚 Become a Tweeter

繚 Take a childbirth class online

Being pregnant shouldn't be an energy draining hassle; research as many ways as possible to make the best of your pregnancy complications!

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Listed below are 10 easy tips to show you how to get pregnant. Chances are you are already doing a few of them but hopefully the list has some tips you have not thought of or tried before.

How to get pregnant tip #1: Use a fertility monitor. A device like the Clearblue Easy fertility monitor can be a big help in trying to get pregnant. It gives a very pinpoint idea of what day is the best day for intercourse. The drawback is cost. The Clearblue Easy can be expensive and the daily test sticks are not cheap either.

How to get pregnant tip #2: Make your man excited. Often time's couples turn the pregnancy pursuit into a scientific process rather than hot and steamy sex. If the man feels like its "work" his ejaculation will be far less than if he feels like he is superman. Ask him what his fantasies are, initiate sex, and seduce him. The more you can arouse him before sex the more he will ejaculate and the higher your chances are.

Tip #3: Exercise, The chances of conceiving are much higher if both of you are getting regular exercise. Even if it is just a daily walk do your best to get in shape. You will need the extra energy when the baby comes anyway.

How to get pregnant tip #4: Eat right. It goes without saying a good diet tells your body that life is good and it should reproduce.

How to get pregnant tip #5: Then man should avoid excessive drinking. Alcohol reduces the body ability to create sperm.

How to get pregnant tip #6: Get a preconception check up from your doctor. Both of you! I recommend that the man get a semen analysis as early as possible. Low sperm count is easy to fix and you might as well catch it early and address the issue if there is one.

Tip #7: Give it a rest. If you try too often you are just going to use up his ability to fertilize you. Give it a little time in between try's, maybe every other day and make sure you get him as excited as you can before hand.

How to get pregnant tip #8: Don't pick a position. The key is to enjoy yourself so don't commit to a certain position that you think will work best, just have fun.

How to get pregnant tip #9: Lay flat after sex. The woman should lay flat and relax for a few minutes after sex.

How to get pregnant tip #10: De-Stress if you are stressed you body will put the breaks on, so relax have fun and de-stress whatever way you can.

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