A Beginner's Guide to Trying to Conceive

Diet

For both men and women, being obese or underweight can affect pregnancy. First, try to eat a balanced diet while keeping the following points in mind.

A diet centered on vegetables

Vegetables are packed with nutrients, including dietary fiber. Eat a variety of them in a balanced way.

A balanced diet of fish, meat, and eggs.

Protein is an essential nutrient for building the body. It is abundant in fish, meat, and eggs. Furthermore, the unsaturated fatty acids found in fish oil help reduce bad cholesterol. It's important to consume these nutrients in a balanced way.

Key points of diet

Nutrients

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recommends taking folic acid not only during pregnancy but also before conception. Vitamins are also important nutrients, but be careful not to take too much of vitamins A and D. You might also consider using supplements to quickly obtain these nutrients.
*Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare: Regarding the promotion of appropriate information provision regarding folic acid intake for women of childbearing age to reduce the risk of neural tube defects, December 28, 2000.

motion

Light exercise that improves blood circulation is recommended. However, be careful not to do strenuous exercise that leaves you feeling tired the next day, as this can be counterproductive. Exercise is known to be good for preventing various diseases, and the same is true for fertility. Find an exercise that suits you.

cold

For pregnancy to occur, it's important to have good blood flow to the ovaries and uterus. In other words, "excessive coldness" is a major enemy! Here are some easy ways to combat the cold.

heart

The body and mind are connected. During fertility treatment, try to live a relaxed life. However, for modern people, a stress-free life is difficult. Find ways to refresh yourself, such as enjoyable hobbies or outings.

Tobacco and alcohol

Smoking should be avoided at all costs, as it can reduce fertility and lead to pregnancy complications. Also, alcohol consumption should be kept to a minimum. However, drinking alcohol during pregnancy, even in small amounts, is strictly prohibited. The mother and the baby in the womb are connected. Drinking alcohol can have various adverse effects on the fetus, including brain damage, so please be careful.

time it right

To increase your chances of getting pregnant, it's important to have sex at the most fertile time. The most fertile period is said to be from one day before ovulation to the day of ovulation. The period from three days before ovulation to the day after ovulation also has a high chance of conception. Using an "ovulation prediction test kit" can predict ovulation about one day in advance, so it's recommended for those who want to time intercourse precisely! If you're having trouble getting pregnant despite timing intercourse correctly, consider visiting a clinic.