Nowadays, approximately one in four couples has fertility problems. Many factors can cause this, including an unhealthy lifestyle and stressful circumstances.
Fertility often focuses on the health of the woman. However, the facts show that sperm health is just as important as the health of the egg and uterus. For this reason, it is important to focus on both partners in a couple to increase fertility and minimize unnecessary exposure to toxins.
To give both the egg and sperm time to mature in an optimal environment, it is recommended to start preconception care at least 4-6 months before you start trying for a baby. Find fertility care for men and women here .
Four basic steps you can take for yourself if you are trying to get pregnant:
- Understand your menstrual cycle so you know when you are least and most fertile.
- Set a healthy diet : It's no secret that trans fats are bad for your health. The Harvard School of Public Health reports that trans fats can actually increase a woman's chances of infertility. Diets low in fiber, fruits, and vegetables lack nutrients necessary for optimal hormones and conception. Alcohol has also been found to reduce female fertility. Find out what your body is missing or over-producing and how to set an optimal diet to support your fertility and health.
- Learn to manage stress: Stress not only has the ability to reduce fertility, but it can also play a role in how a developing baby will respond to stressful situations as they grow up. The mental state of individuals in a couple can have a big impact on the physical levels of various hormones and, for example, the lifespan of eggs and sperm. When you are under a lot of stress, your body gets a signal that the environment is not safe for the baby. Why would your body allow you to get pregnant if it perceives that your environment is barely acceptable for you?
- Reduce environmental chemicals: From makeup to cleaning products to the food we eat, we are inundated with chemicals that are known endocrine (hormone) disruptors. Parabens (moisturizers, intimate care), BPA (cans, plastic bottles), phthalates (intimate products), and triclosan (antibacterial soaps) are among the culprits that affect our ability to reproduce. The impact of long-term exposure to these chemicals is not fully understood, but it would be helpful to read labels and avoid exposure to these ingredients.
Book individual online consultations with women's health experts
A one-on-one consultation with our Femvie experts can be a great way to uncover the causes of your problems and finally achieve optimal health.
During the Femvie online consultation, we discuss everything in detail, which is why each one lasts approx. 90 min.+ and at times you will feel like you are the only one talking. There is no space in the office for the doctor to go through all aspects of lifestyle, diet, exercise, stress or psychology with you. However, our Femvie experts have the space to do this . After the consultation, you will not only receive general advice, but also written individual recommendations that will be in line with your current life.
Remember that you are not alone, Femvie experts are here to support you and help you understand your health and what needs to change.
