Few things are as special as creating your own family with your partner, but for some couples, conceiving and keeping a pregnancy can be difficult. While fertility problems are common—about 6.1 million women have trouble getting pregnant—it doesn’t mean you have to let a few failed attempts discourage you. Below are three ways to increase your chances of conceiving naturally. 

Boost Your Fertility Naturally

1. Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle

Fertility can be complicated, with more than one body system interfering with your ability to conceive. Issues with your weight, thyroid, or even blood sugar could contribute to your inability to become pregnant, so focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Eat a varied diet, exercise daily, and work with your doctor to tackle medical issues as soon as they arise. 

2. Track Your Ovulation Cycle

Sometimes, all it takes to kick off a successful pregnancy is a little attention to your ovulation cycle. Track when your monthly cycle starts and stops, and talk with your OB-GYN about irregularities and concerns. Consider using an ovulation kit to determine which days are most suitable for intercourse that will result in a pregnancy. 

3. Make Time for Stress Relief 

Research has tied issues with fertility to unchecked stress levels, so make stress relief a top priority. Take time every day to unwind from your normal daily activities, and always communicate openly with your partner and your doctor about how you are feeling about conceiving issues. Engage in healthy stress-relief activities such as nights out with friends, yoga, reading, and personal meditation to ward off high cortisol levels that could impede fertility. 

If you are thinking about having a baby, take the time to talk with the team at Home Birth with Love. In addition to providing couples with fertility advice, these experienced professionals are committed to providing women’s wellness exams, natural home birthing, and superior prenatal care throughout your pregnancy journey. Find out more about their commitment to natural birth by visiting their website, or by calling (845) 641-5058.