Through the use of Acupuncture and Herbal medicine, both women and men can improve reproductive health and their chances of conceiving, whether naturally or with assisted conception.
When you are trying for a baby, it makes sense to do everything you can to prepare your body for the journey ahead. We recommend that you and your partner review your lifestyle, to make sure it is as healthy as can be - making positive changes where needed.
Watch what you eat every day
It is important to eat a healthy, balanced diet. For more information on which foods we recommend that you enjoy freely and which you should to try and avoid, see the link Exercise and Nutrition.
Take folic acid
All women trying for a baby are recommended to take folic acid to help prevent birth defects such as spina bifida.
Be active
Regular, moderate exercise of around 30 minutes a day will help to improve and maximise your fitness. It will also boost your endorphin levels, the body's own 'happy hormones'.
Drink wisely
The government recently advised women trying to conceive to avoid alcohol completely. Men should drink no more than two to three units a week.
Manage stress
We all have different stress thresholds and there is now growing evidence that being stressed can affect your chances of conceiving. The body interprets the effects of physiological stressors, such as lack of sleep and intensive athletic training, in the same way as psychological stress due to excessive anxiety, bereavement or divorce for example. The stress can sometimes upset your mental health and can disturb your normal bodily functions. So, trying to identify and reduce the things that cause your stress is a good idea.
Check drugs
Certain prescription drugs can reduce the chances of conception, so make your doctor aware that you are trying for a baby.