Proper preparation of men for conception. We are planning a pregnancy: the role of a man

One of the most pressing questions that worries any person is the question: "What do we live for?". It cannot be answered unequivocally, but there is one indisputable answer: the meaning of the life of any living being, including humans, is to leave behind offspring, create conditions for children to grow up healthy and also be able to pass on your immortal genes.

Unlike animals, for humans, having children is not the only purpose of existence. An important place in our life is occupied by education, professional self-realization, interesting communication, new experiences, for which someone turns to TV, and someone goes on a trip. Human sexuality today includes not so much a procreational function (reproduction of offspring) as recreational (enjoyment) and relational (communication with a loved one, knowledge and self-awareness, unity) relationships. The birth of a child in most cases is no longer an unconditional reflex act, but a reasonably planned event in the life of the family. But the biological basis of reproduction remains basically the same as millions of years ago, when the first mammals appeared. And, in fact, little has changed in the sexual, i.e. behavior aimed at preserving the family: choosing and "conquering" the most promising partner in terms of reproduction, caring for the future mother and children, teaching the offspring the necessary and life skills. Does something in this chain of actions depend on us, or has nature wisely foreseen everything itself?

Is it possible to "plan" the sex of the child?

Most people know that the sex of the unborn child depends on the man. Unlike women, who have two sex X chromosomes of the same size and shape in their cells, men have one Y chromosome and one X chromosome in their cells. The Y chromosome contains hereditary information that directs the development of indifferent gonads along the male path, turning them into testicles.

With the divergence of chromosomes in the process of cell division, which occurs in the testicles during the formation of germ cells, each spermatozoon receives 23 chromosomes out of 46 initial ones, i.e. there is not only a halving of the number of chromosomes in each cell, but also an exchange of similar sections of chromosomes that a man once inherited from his father and mother. That is why all spermatozoa are genetically different and carry different sets of traits. At the same time, from a pair of sex chromosomes, a Y-chromosome enters one spermatozoon, an X-chromosome enters the second, therefore half of all spermatozoa contain a Y-chromosome, half an X. If the egg is fertilized by a spermatozoon of the first type, a boy will be born, the second - a girl. These processes are random and do not depend in any way on the will and desire of the future father or on his way of life. Therefore, with natural conception floor planning unborn child is impossible. No diets and predictions of astrologers will help here, it is possible to achieve the birth of a child of the desired sex only after the fertilization of the egg “in vitro”, when a genetic study is carried out, during which it is found out which chromosomes are contained in the studied spermatozoa, and embryos of the desired sex are transferred to the uterine cavity.

When will pregnancy come?

When planning the birth of a child, one must remember that the onset of pregnancy is a process that depends on many factors: the quantity and quality of spermatozoa, the presence and timing of a female egg (release of an egg from an ovary), patency of the fallopian tubes, etc. It has been shown that the probability of conception depends, among other things, on the frequency of sexual intercourse: in healthy partners with sexual intimacy 2 times a week, the probability of pregnancy during one female cycle is 20-25%, with a frequency of 4-5 times a week it rises to 40-42%. The likelihood of conception with repeated sexual intercourse is reduced due to the fact that the second portion of sperm contains fewer full-fledged spermatozoa, and excess volume leads to its leakage from the vagina. Currently, it is generally accepted that pregnancy should normally occur within a year of regular intercourse without contraception.

Of course, the likelihood of pregnancy depends on the quality of the sperm. The lower the number of spermatozoa, the more immobile spermatozoa, the less chance that the egg will be fertilized. It is important to remember that male potency is not automatically a confirmation of his fertility, i. ability to have children. It is not uncommon for men who are weak in sexual terms to have excellent sperm and, conversely, in sexually active men, the content of spermatozoa is reduced or completely absent. It is possible to assess the quality and potential fertilizing ability of sperm only after special laboratory tests, which include determining the quantity, mobility and structure of spermatozoa, the acrosomal reaction 1 characterizing their functional maturity, the presence of antisperm antibodies 2 .

1 In the process of interaction between the sperm and the egg, an acrosomal reaction of the sperm occurs, in which enzymes are released from the part of the sperm - the acrosome, which destroy a small area of the egg cell membrane.
2 Antisperm antibodies are antibodies to male sperm that are found in the blood of men.

It is now generally accepted that men (and males in general), although they are considered the "strong" sex, are more susceptible to negative environmental factors. Evolutionarily, this is due to the peculiarity of their biological role. Males in wildlife are the main material of evolutionary selection, various combinations of genes that nature tries to survive. (It is well known that more boys are born, and fewer survive than girls.) The appearance of offspring is also a "reward for courage", which in the animal kingdom is not given to all males. Every day, a man produces tens and hundreds of millions of spermatozoa, and all of them are genetically different, while only 1-2 eggs mature in a woman every month. Of these millions of spermatozoa, only one fertilizes the egg - the one that has passed the sieve of natural selection, which first occurs in the genitals of the man himself, and then continues in the genital tract of the woman. The basis of selection is that all spermatozoa are genetically different. The selection of spermatozoa begins in the testicles themselves, then continues in the epididymis and seminal vesicles, where the sperm accumulates before ejaculation. It is estimated that about 100 million spermatozoa are formed in a normal man every hour, and in the semen of abstinence for several days, they contain several tens of millions, i.e. 100 times less. "Defective" spermatozoa are eliminated (removed) by special cells-devourers. Of those spermatozoa that entered the vagina, less than 1% of the cells also pass through the cervical canal into the uterus: only a few hundred participate in the siege of the "fortress" that is the egg.

The process of maturation of spermatozoa is much faster than that of eggs. In men, the duration of spermatogenesis is about three months. In women, the reproduction of germ cells occurs in the prenatal period. Each further maturation enter no more than 30 potential eggs, of which one dominates at the last stage.

We can say that a man in evolutionary terms is the bearer of genetic and behavioral mobility. A woman, on the contrary, is a genetic "conservative": she preserves and passes on to her children what was accumulated by previous generations. Therefore, the causes of female infertility are much more often associated with malfunctions and the work of the female body itself, while external circumstances often have a fatal influence on a man. If conditions are unfavorable, offspring should not appear. Such regulation is ensured by the close relationship between the sexual and all other systems of the body, primarily the nervous system. Reflation of sperm production is carried out by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland - structures located in the brain, with the participation of other organs of the reproductive system: appendages, prostate, vesicles, etc. Disorders can occur at each stage of this process.

Male infertility: risk factors

What can cause a decrease in the reproductive potential of a man?

Some factors are congenital, caused by genetic abnormalities or malformations. These include the genetic syndromes of Klinefelter, Reifinstein, Kalman, and others, as well as the absence of some elements of the genitourinary system. In this case, there are very few spermatozoa in the semen or they are completely absent, which makes the onset of pregnancy in the natural cycle almost impossible.

Many of the risk factors are "man-made" and depend on lifestyle person. Among them, smoking, alcohol abuse, unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle, psycho-emotional stress, lack of sleep, as well as sexually transmitted infections should be considered the most widespread.

Inflammatory processes in the genitals or even asymptomatic carriage of infections such as chlamydia and mycoplasmas are one of the most common causes of infertility. The infectious process leads to damage to spermatozoa by active radicals and other factors of inflammatory reactions, obstruction of the genital tract - the formation of spermatozoa on the way, violations of the endocrine function of the gonads, and the development of immune reactions against one's own spermatozoa. If antibiotic treatment is started promptly, sperm quality disorders are usually reversible. If the process has acquired a chronic course and led to organic changes in the organs of the reproductive tract, the prognosis is less favorable.

Low physical activity, sedentary work, passive rest, too tight jeans and thick underwear, overweight, deposition of lipids (fatty acids and their derivatives) in the vessels disrupt blood circulation in the pelvic region and lead to stagnation of blood in the vessels. Where there is stagnation, there is a lack of oxygen, an increased content of metabolic products, and inflammation. The causes of varicocele, a male disease in which the veins of the spermatic cord are dilated, are associated with overheating and the accumulation of harmful metabolic products. This is usually seen in the left side of the scrotum. Circulatory disorders are exacerbated by heat and vibration, which is why professional drivers who drive for more than four hours a day are more likely to experience infertility than men in other professions. The problem of the effect of elevated temperature on fertility is purely male. It is no coincidence that the place of sperm production - the testicles - is located in a special skin bag - the scrotum. The temperature in the scrotum is normally several degrees lower than body temperature. Therefore, trousers that are too warm, especially synthetic ones, thick blankets or electrically heated blankets, constant baths, saunas and hot baths adversely affect the quality of sperm. Finnish researchers found that those who visit the sauna twice a week have a statistically higher risk of development compared to those who take a steam bath once a week. Any febrile conditions with influenza, measles and other diseases lead to a deterioration in the quality of sperm, and such a decrease in quality can be observed up to 3 months. - this is how long the maturation of each spermatozoon in the testicle and appendages continues. Fortunately, mild overheating disorders are usually reversible.

All men know that the groin area is very sensitive to any blows. Bruises, ruptures, cuts of the testicles in the vast majority of cases lead to infertility. But recently, including our research, it has been convincingly proven that even minor injuries that do not immediately cause serious consequences, which the patient hardly remembers, trigger an invisible mechanism of autoimmune warfare, when the immune system “attacks” its own cells. Many years after such an injury, it turns out that the body has long since taken up arms against the spermatozoa produced by itself, and the man has immune infertility. The risk groups here are martial arts athletes, wrestlers, cyclists.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the use of alcohol. In small quantities, alcohol is not dangerous, it even improves blood circulation, and today it is considered as a prophylactic for diseases of the vascular system, and these diseases often affect the quality of sperm. But a safe dose of alcohol is about 25 milliliters of alcohol per day, that is, 150-250 grams of dry wine or 60 grams of vodka. Exceeding this dose turns alcohol from a "medicine" into a poison. How many Russian men are able to confine themselves to a glass or two of wine? In situations when it comes to planning a pregnancy, it is better not to drink at all than to drink too much.

It is well known that smoking not only has a direct toxic effect on the body, but also leads to prolonged vasospasm, causing all the same vascular disorders that are detrimental to spermatozoa. It is especially bad when smoking is combined with other risk factors: excessive alcohol consumption, sedentary lifestyle, overheating, stress. And when risk factors combine, their negative impact is multiplied and intensified tenfold. A healthy lifestyle is incompatible with smoking.

Chronic stress is a common and rather dangerous risk factor for infertility in men. The function of producing sperm is not necessary to sustain the life of an individual. This sexual gland product is addressed to the future. But it is obvious that from a biological point of view, offspring should be born in the most favorable environmental conditions, which will allow still helpless creatures to survive. Therefore, any stress - a reaction to threatening situations - is a signal to the body about unfavorable conditions and the need to stop childbearing. As a result of the interaction of the nervous, endocrine and reproductive systems, this leads to the suppression of the process of sperm formation and the development of temporary sterility.

Do I need to prepare for conception?

So, if you plan to expand the family, then both spouses should prepare for this joyful event. The minimum preparation period for a man is 3 months, that is how much time is required for the maturation of spermatozoa. During this time, in addition to natural restrictions on smoking and alcohol, the future dad should stop visiting baths and saunas, as well as working with various varnishes, paints and hydrocarbon-based solvents. Heavy metals, contact with sources of ionizing radiation and powerful microwave electromagnetic radiation also pose a potential hazard.

And, more importantly, and perhaps most importantly, men need to love the women from whom they want to have children.

Vladimir Bozhedomov
Urologist-andrologist, head. Department of Andrology of the Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Railways of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Medical Sciences

Discussion

Hello! please tell me how to restore ovulation? Thank you very much in advance.

05/14/2018 08:01:50, Lesya111!

Very interesting article, did not know the X and Y chromosomes. We did not plan the sex of the child, we had a problem with conception. The husband took spermaktin for a long time to restore the quality of sperm. With such a problem, we didn’t care who was born a boy or a girl.

The materials presented in the article, although superficial, are undoubtedly useful. Do not forget that the child must be conceived for love. The basis is the spiritual unity of a man and a woman, and the baby will be the fruit of love.

12/19/2006 06:42:54 PM, Alexey

Dear Julia! All fears are somatic, i.e. you wind yourself up with what you heard, saw, said. Tip: stop collecting this information. The process of childbirth is influenced by our consciousness, and not by childbirth as such. Groff's matrix theory helped me, it seems that on this site I found the "First feat in life" about what a child feels when passing through the birth canal, and why he needs it. If you can't find it, email me and I'll share: [email protected]

Dear Julia! I was helped by the theory of groff matrices. write, I will send you to your address [email protected]
While preparing to become a mother, I realized that fear is something that does not affect childbirth and childbirth, our consciousness is what we need to work on, it can work wonders !!!

Can someone tell me, I'm 18, my husband is 23, we want to have a baby, but I'm very afraid of childbirth, contractions, etc., tell me who, how can I get rid of such fear?

04/16/2005 20:33:44, Julia

Thank you, a very good article, I will certainly take into account her advice, especially about frequent visits to the baths.

04/06/2005 10:58:31 AM, Andrey

it remains unclear what is meant by the phrase: During this time, in addition to the natural restrictions on smoking and alcohol, the future dad should stop visiting baths and saunas, as well as working with various varnishes, paints and solvents based on hydrocarbons - so you can still drink and smoke or not?

10/29/2004 10:50:54 AM, KATYA

I would also like to get clear information about the effect of drugs, in particular antibiotics - the planning period after their use.

08/27/2004 11:17:06 PM, Lara

I really liked the article - so complete and interesting. I have a friend who, with her lover, does not succeed in having a child, despite the fact that he (and not only her) really wants this. It even came to his reproaches against her. I think I will give her a link to your site so that she can get acquainted and talk to him seriously about the possibility of his research.

08/27/2004 04:16:18 PM, perseveration

Comment on the article "Preparing for pregnancy: what depends on the man"

husband drank before conception. You have to make a vital decision. There are many different articles on the Internet, but all this is information in general. Please share your experience. There are people here who so happened that the husband drank regularly before and (or) during conception.

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It's really not clear what it means to drink? A couple of glasses of wine? A couple of beers? Or half a liter of vodka daily? In the first and second cases, if it meant anything, France and the Czech Republic would not have existed for a long time, they would have died out completely. In the third case, of course, there may be problems.

Getting pregnant at 42 is like?. Preparation for conception. Planning for pregnancy. I would go to a specialist for an examination. For example, when we were planning a child, we turned to the Intime IVF clinic.

Preparation for conception. Planning for pregnancy. We want to conceive the first child, there were no previous pregnancies. How can a man prepare for pregnancy, what tests and examinations should be done before planning a pregnancy.

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I also remembered the center, but not the state one - Medsi on Belorusskaya. I'm on insurance there, I like it. There are civilized and competent doctors, there are almost no queues compared to state institutions. It is worth going there if you want to save time, nerves and do not need highly specialized assistance. But as far as I understand, you do not need.
They have a program for a comprehensive examination of a couple for pregnancy planning "We want a child." They promise to do it in a short time, in my opinion within a week. Since the program is complex, there may be savings. [link-1]

And here are the analyzes that are included there [link-1]

Something similar is possible - there are tests "wholesale" in invitro. Try to find out and compare prices.

We want to conceive the first child, there were no previous pregnancies. In general, I want to make sure that everything is in order, and if not, to carry out the appropriate procedures.
In general, normal pregnancy planning is necessary in order to be calm at conception.

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Section: Preparation for conception. How to prepare for conception mentally and physically? Share your experience! Recently, planning a child is a normal phenomenon, in which both parents can prepare physically and mentally.

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I think you're mentally prepared ;)
And the plan I would suggest is this: read the relevant sections on the sites in order to recharge with information. If you want I can give you some of my favorite links.
Well, to be more specific, I suggest:
1. Visit a therapist and check if all the sores are more or less strangled, well, there is your favorite hemorrhoids or stomach :)
2. Visit a dentist.
3. Start drinking multivitamins + extra folic acid.
4. Lead a healthier lifestyle - move more in the fresh air.
5. Watch yourself and your cycle in order to calculate the days of ovulation as accurately as possible.
6. Find a good gynecologist.
That's it, that's all :)

"What do I need to do (probably I don't) to be so sure that knowing my days of conception, I can safely have unprotected sex?"
You must really want to! To want specifically, to feel that you are ripe in order to become pregnant and give birth, and not rely on chance - it will work out, well, that's good! It seems to me that preparation begins in the head, and this first stage of pregnancy planning is no less important than subsequent tests, vitamins, etc. this subconscious fear that makes you "run to apply preventive measures" will disappear! :)

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I once read this book... A lot of wise things, it's a pity that not all of them can be implemented, although I probably wouldn't. But I made some conclusions for myself and something in psychology "moved" :)
As for the forest, this one is correct :) I still have it within the apartment (but almost a jungle), and I talk to plants like family members. It's funny, of course, but sometimes it seems that they feel and understand...

:)) I really like her books, but I will get pregnant in my own way, since you can’t take Anastasia’s head and put it on yourself. And you can think about your baby, imagine him, but a bunch of everything. For example, I quickly fell into the trap of looping when I really thought about the child at the time of conception. And I realized for myself that a child is born from love, which means that it is desirable to think and feel the present: yourself and your husband :)) In any case, good luck to you!

And in terms of preparation: if you feel problems: to pass a spermogram and an STD, you don’t have to be afraid of anything, there are fewer problems when there are fewer doubts, IMHO, of course. It is good to play sports, swim, for example, a protein diet, vitamins, Vitrum some thread and folic 2-3 tablets, walnuts in small quantities.

Let's discuss the timing ... When is the best time to conceive a child? Posture during conception and the sex of the child. About 20% of pregnant women think about how to prepare for childbirth, and about how to prepare for conception - about Preparing for conception. Planning for pregnancy.

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Conception determines the start of pregnancy. It is necessary to prepare for this important step in advance, so that nothing later overshadows the meeting with your child. It is necessary to take into account many factors, such as age, the existence of hereditary and acquired diseases, nutrition, the presence of bad habits, etc. All this should be paid attention not after pregnancy, but before conception.

Our ancestors treated pregnancy as an absolutely natural state of a woman, and no wonder: not only in peasant, but also in noble, merchant, petty-bourgeois families, women who gave birth to five to seven (and more) children were not at all considered “heroine mothers” . (Let us recall that abortions were prohibited by law and the Church, and were condemned by public opinion.) However, those who are tortured by nostalgia for the “good old days” do not interfere more often with the fact that our ancestors also often lead to miscarriage and even infant mortality. treated very calmly: "God gave - God took" - that's the whole tale. Now times are different. Living conditions have changed, the mentality of people has changed ... And if you are not indifferent to the health of your unborn child, if it is important for you how it will grow and develop, you should approach pregnancy with all responsibility - such a statement hardly needs extensive evidence today. I would like to explain in more detail what is behind it.

How does conception take place?
Conception - the formation of a new organism in the process of merging an egg with a sperm cell. The seminal fluid, consisting of several million spermatozoa, has the ability to lower the acidity of the vaginal environment, as a result of which it can remain in the female body for several days in anticipation of the maturation of the egg. In the body of a woman during sexual contact (during the ovulation period), an egg is released, the production of progesterone increases, as a result of which the uterus is prepared to receive the embryo and, as a result, conception occurs.

Briefly, the process of conception can be described as follows: the release of the egg and ejaculation - the fusion of the sperm and the egg - the attachment of the egg to the uterus and its division - the formation of the embryo

How to prepare for conception?

As a rule, in our society, about 20 percent of pregnant women think about preparing for childbirth., if not less, but about preparing for conception - from the strength of 10%. And then, the vast majority of "conscious" couples are preparing for conception because it does not happen by itself, i.e. there is a possibility of infertility.

But there are issues related to preparing for conscious conception and not directly related to treatment and medical diagnoses.

There is an opinion that children themselves "choose" their parents and a good harmonious couple gives birth to exactly the child they lack. Experts know that juggling the timing of conception according to a calendar convenient for parents, according to the signs of the zodiac, etc. often ends in failure. And when the spouses wave their hand: "Come what may," then almost immediately wonderful children are obtained. Sometimes children are "mistaken" and then a very early miscarriage occurs. Naturally, all of the above applies to healthy parents who have not been treated for years for miscarriage and infertility.

Let's start with a banal enumeration.

It is advisable to start by determining the blood type and Rh factor, if they have not been determined so far. It would be good to put a stamp of a medical institution with these data in the passport. A positive Rh factor in a woman and a negative one in a man do not represent any cause for concern. If a woman has Rh-negative blood, and her husband has Rh-positive blood, then Rh conflict may develop during pregnancy, so a woman is recommended to do a blood test for antibodies to the Rh factor before pregnancy. The fact is that if a woman underwent a surgical operation (including an abortion) or a blood transfusion before pregnancy, or if the pregnancy is not the first, then there is a possibility of the formation of specific antibodies in her blood.

Rh factor is an antigen found in the red blood cells of humans and rhesus monkeys (hence the name). By the presence or absence of the Rh factor, Rh-positive (approx. 85% of people) and Rh-negative (approx. 15% of people) organisms are distinguished. When an Rh-negative woman is pregnant with an Rh-positive fetus, immune complications are possible (hemolytic disease of the newborn, etc.). To prevent complications, anti-Rhesus gamma globulin is administered.

In recent years, it has been established that the interferon system is responsible for the body's immunity to viral infection. Interferons are released by host cells in response to an infection that has invaded them. They selectively block viral RNA, preventing the virus from replicating without affecting host cells. This allows the use of interferons in preparation for a planned pregnancy.

A significant factor in miscarriage is a change in the body's immune response. Autoimmune reactions develop against the body's own tissues. The number of autoantibodies may increase after spontaneous abortions, as there is autoimmunization to the hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy - human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), with chronic infection, after previous endocrine diseases, with autoimmune diseases (rheumatism, systemic lupus erythematosus, diffuse -toxic goiter, myasthenia gravis, etc.).

Preparation for a planned pregnancy in patients with a chronic bacterial-viral infection includes the following steps:

Assessment of the state of the reproductive system of the spouses, correction of the identified violations;

An examination to identify an infectious agent (causative agent) - for this, serodiagnosis is carried out, reflecting the degree of activity of the process;

Study of immune, if necessary - interferon status, its correction;

Control and correction of the blood coagulation system (hemostasis), which is activated during chronic infection, directly participating in the processes of death and rejection of the fetal egg;

Correction of the energy metabolism of both spouses by prescribing courses of metabolic therapy (i.e. therapy based on the correction of metabolism).

If one of the spouses has common diseases that are not related to the generative function, i.e. with childbearing
(the so-called extragenital pathology), such as: oncological, endocrine diseases, dysfunction of the heart, kidneys, liver, etc., it is necessary to consult a specialist with a subsequent examination. The purpose of such an examination is to determine the degree of damage to the diseased organ, the adaptive capabilities of the body and the prognosis of fetal development. The study will allow to determine the state of the reproductive system of future parents. Based on the data obtained, the doctor will determine the level of general (including reproductive) health and, if necessary, prescribe certain preparation for conception, eliminating risk factors for miscarriage.

The best preparation for pregnancy ---
it is a healthy lifestyle that includes many factors - nutrition, physical activity, mental comfort, hardening, the fight against chronic foci of infection, a change in harmful work.

Proper nutrition is the key to successful conception.
Proper nutrition in the period preceding conception will help the fetus receive nutrients from the very beginning of pregnancy, when organs are being formed. By the way, malnutrition is one of the causes of miscarriages.

Good nutrition completely excludes all kinds of preservatives and semi-finished products, fatty foods. Your diet should include fresh fruits and vegetables. Food should be taken 4-5 times a day and in no case should you snack on the go. Conception determines the start of pregnancy. It is necessary to prepare for this important step in advance, so that nothing later overshadows the meeting with your child.

According to the Department of Dietetics of St. Petersburg Medical Academy named after Mechnikov, pregnant women do not need nutritional supplements and synthetic vitamins. In extreme cases, special mixtures can be used as directed by a doctor.

Folic acid occupies one of the leading places in the prevention of certain congenital diseases. 2-3 months before conception and in the first 3 months of pregnancy, you need to eat foods containing folic acid: fresh herbs (not leaning too much on parsley), cabbage, beets, carrots, potatoes with peel, peas, beans, whole grains, bran, seeds and nuts.

If a woman receives enough vegetable proteins and spends enough time in the air, then vegetarianism does not interfere with conception and successful pregnancy.

The most frequent foci of chronic infection in the family- teeth, nasopharynx, vagina and intestines of the mother. Treat the teeth of the whole family and keep a close eye on them. Be sure to those who suffer from chronic diseases of the nasopharynx, it is necessary to carry out the prevention of exacerbations - washing and rinsing. The incidence of staphylococcal and streptococcal infections in newborns (which is usually blamed on maternity hospitals) could be significantly reduced if the family itself was not the source of the infection. Also, in preparation for conception, future parents are examined for the presence of various chronic infections (ureaplasmosis, chlamydia), because. the diseases found must be treated before pregnancy, and then undergo a rehabilitation course and improve immunity.

Stop using hormonal contraceptives 2-3 months before the planned conception, because their residual amounts in the body reduce the absorption of vitamin C, magnesium, folic acid and increase the absorption of vitamin A. In addition, in the first months of the abolition of hormonal contraception, the likelihood of having twins increases, because. not one, but two eggs can come out of the ovaries.

Spermatozoa mature within 2.5 - 3 months, therefore, during this time before conception, it is advisable not to do X-ray examinations, especially for dad.

Alcohol also negatively affects spermatogenesis. Some men say that the maturation period of spermatozoa is approximately 3 months, and therefore, conception while intoxicated is not so dangerous - after all, “old” and possibly “sober” spermatozoa are erupted. At first glance, everything is so, but ... In the semen there are always “freak” spermatozoa - germ cells with various pathologies. Under normal conditions, healthy spermatozoa most often “overtake” sick ones. But alcohol, immediately upon entering the blood, begins to have a toxic effect on the spermatic fluid, which is “responsible” for maintaining the viability of spermatozoa. The change in mobility and the death of part of the normal spermatozoa gives the unfavorable a good chance to "run" to the egg. And so the likelihood increases conception from "sperm-freak".
But what about women? They, too, should not be too close friends with the "green serpent", if we are talking about the planned and desired conception. On the basis, alas, of a very rich material, scientists came to the conclusion that drinking alcohol before conception significantly increases the risk of miscarriage and the birth of a child with a particular pathology. Therefore, expectant parents are advised to minimize alcohol consumption approximately 3 months before the intended conception!

Overheating of the testicles in the bath or when working in a hot shop, wearing too tight underwear or jeans can impair sperm quality. Remember that nature placed the testicles in the scrotum on the outside of the body, and not in the abdominal cavity, because the comfortable temperature for them is 35 degrees.

If these conditions are met, the probability of successful conception and the birth of a healthy child is quite high.

But contacting a doctor before conception is a prerequisite. Only a specialist will help to detect hidden problems that can adversely affect the course of pregnancy and the unborn baby. One of the parents may be a carrier of a disease-causing gene, as a result of which even apparently healthy parents may have a handicapped or sick child. A child with a congenital defect can also be born to healthy parents as a result of disorders in the germ cells. The risk of giving birth to such a child is higher, the older the woman. Therefore, do not neglect the advice of geneticists and gynecologists at conception.

And do not forget that the best preparation for conception is a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition and peace of mind! Any stress for you and your body (even the simplest acute respiratory disease) can be reflected.

Does the probability decrease? conception a healthy child with a large age difference between parents?- this question worries so many men and women now. The answer to it is simple: the difference in age as such does not play any role in this case, the age itself is important.
The age of the man. Let's start with the fact that it matters much less than the age of a woman. In men, as in women, with age, a natural process of a gradual decrease in the synthesis of sex hormones (the main one of which is the male sex hormone testosterone) begins. The average onset of the "male menopause", or andropause, falls between 45 and 60 years of age. However, the decline in reproductive capacity does not mean its immediate and complete extinction. The natural rate of decline in testosterone synthesis is approximately 1% per year. By the age of 80, testosterone production decreases by an average of 20-50% in relation to the norm. But although the chances of becoming a father for a man “in years” decrease with age, it has not been proven by medicine that this has any effect on the likelihood conception child with some kind of disorder. That is, such a probability, of course, exists (unfortunately, no one is immune from it), but it practically does not depend on the age of the man.
The age of the woman. From a medical point of view, the optimal reproductive age of a woman is 20-35 years. Until the age of 20, the body of a woman (again, an "average" woman) cannot yet be considered fully formed, it is often not ready to endure the global hormonal and physiological changes associated with pregnancy. Women over 35 are diplomatically referred to as women of older reproductive age. Around this age (for someone earlier, for someone later), a natural decline in female reproductive function begins. However, it is not only a matter of reducing the probability conception. Unfortunately, after 35-40 years, a woman significantly increases the likelihood conception a child with a genetic pathology (the most famous and common is Down syndrome). The mechanism of this phenomenon has not yet been clearly elucidated. However, thanks to modern means of prenatal diagnostics and the latest advances in medicine in the field of pregnancy management, the age bar for women carrying and giving birth to healthy children is rising literally before our eyes.
Age difference between parents - what does it affect? Here, from scientifically proven facts, we move into the realm of conjectures and theories. There is, for example, an opinion that couples with a large age difference are more likely to give birth, if not brilliant, then, in any case, very smart and talented children. Medicine is not able to confirm or refute this, because, firstly, no one has yet defined clear scientific criteria for intelligence, talent and genius, and secondly, it is not known to what extent the intellectual potential of a child can be considered innate, and to what extent - a product of upbringing (do not forget that a big difference in years implies a considerable age and, therefore, a considerable baggage of life experience for one of the spouses). There is also a theory that the age difference between parents affects ... the sex of the first child. According to British doctors who conducted special studies, mature men who yearn to have a first-born son, it makes sense to choose a younger life partner. Childless women of older childbearing age who dream of a daughter should also look for a father to their child among the younger representatives of the opposite sex. However, systematic studies confirming such a relationship, as far as we know, have not been conducted anywhere in the world.

During pregnancy and childbirth, the female body experiences significant stress to all vital organs. With redoubled energy during pregnancy, the heart, kidneys, and liver work. The nervous, immune, endocrine systems experience great stress. Ensuring the body's own needs fades into the background, the priority is to maintain the vital activity of the new complex "mother - placenta - fetus". This requires resources. Even if the body has a sufficient margin of safety, i.e. his general health, including the health of the reproductive organs, is able to withstand such a “test”, all the same, pregnancy is an additional (and very serious) burden on the body. According to the World Health Organization, a healthy woman fully recovers after childbirth no earlier than a year later, and a second pregnancy can be recommended to her only 2 years after the previous conception. Planning for childbearing should include a general examination, determination of the body's readiness for stress and the possibility of ensuring optimal environmental conditions. At the same time, your life, nutrition, habits, work should be subordinated to one idea - the birth of a healthy child.

The health of the father of an unborn child is just as important as the health of his mother.. We hardly think about male reproductive health if the partner becomes pregnant easily. However, we should not forget that sperm can retain the ability to fertilize, being at the same time an excellent nutrient medium for any microorganisms, including viruses. Chronic prostatitis, for example, often goes unrecognized because the structure of the male urethra (urethra) is such that clinical signs of infection may not appear for a long time. A number of diseases suffered by adolescents during puberty can have a negative impact on the emerging reproductive health. In addition, 70-75% of general and reproductive health is determined by the environmental situation, lifestyle, social and economic conditions, and only 25-30% is due to medical factors, which include hereditary characteristics of the body.

What specialists it is desirable to visit before conception?

To all women who are about to conceive a child, do a general blood test (hemoglobin, erythrocyte, leukocyte counts, etc. are important), a biochemical blood test, a general urinalysis, as well as smears and a blood test for genital infections: many of them have a harmful effect on the fetus.
Spouses need to visit medical genetic counseling. Consult with therapist . The task, which is to identify and treat chronic diseases (cardiovascular system, kidney disease, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, anemia, tonsillitis, dysbacteriosis, immunodeficiency states, etc.). The presence of chronic diseases can greatly complicate the course of pregnancy, so their diagnosis and treatment before conception is very important. Must visit in advance dentist and solve all dental problems.
The woman is advised to be examined by gynecologist . A general examination, ultrasound, determination of the hormonal profile and some tests of functional diagnostics (measurement of basal temperature) will allow us to assess the state of her reproductive system in order, if necessary, to correct the pathology leading to problems with childbearing.
It is advisable for the future father to consult with urologist and andrologist , since many diseases of the genital area that adversely affect reproductive health can occur in a latent form (for example, inflammation of the prostate gland).
In addition to visits to doctors, both partners must pass analyzes - get tested for sexually transmitted infections (chlamydia, mycoplasmosis) , ureaplasmosis), the presence of herpes virus, cytomegalovirus, toxoplasmosis, exclude syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B and C.

Chronic, undiagnosed and untreated viral or bacterial infection is one of the main factors in miscarriage. Even in the absence of a direct effect on the fetus, the infectious process leads to the development of chronic endometritis, endocrine and autoimmune disorders, causing deviations in the development of the embryo (fetus), up to its death.

The referral for these tests will be given by a gynecologist or therapist. A woman should definitely check the intensity of immunity to rubella, and if it is insufficient, then get vaccinated at least 3 months before conception.

In which cases would-be parents are strongly advised to consult a geneticist before conception desired child?
- If any of the parents at any time of life was close to a source of radiation.
- If any of them worked as a painter, X-ray laboratory assistant, was employed in hazardous chemical production.
- If for health reasons they often underwent X-ray examinations or they took drugs that have a teratogenic (causing "breakdown" of genes) effect.
- If the spouses are even distant, but blood relatives and if the expectant mother is over 35, and the future dad is over 40 years old: in this case, the risk of having a child with a hereditary pathology increases significantly.
- If the couple (as well as relatives of future parents) had cases of stillbirth, the birth of a child with malformations, with hereditary pathology (Down syndrome, hemophilia, cystic fibrosis, etc.).
- If a woman suffers from repeated miscarriages, miscarriage (this may be due to a genetic pathology).

In addition, in order to reduce the risk of mutations (gene breakage) leading to the birth of a sick child, it is advisable for women to take folic acid, vitamins, trace elements before pregnancy (dosage and intake rules can be obtained from the gynecologist of the antenatal clinic). If you have a Genetic Center in your city, then you can contact them for specific recommendations on conception. They, as a rule, do not deal only with the problems of hereditary diseases and infertility, as is often thought, but also with pleasure examine the "normal" couple. Most often, they are examined for the presence of chronic infections, such as chlamydia, mycoplasmosis, ureoplasmosis, etc. It is desirable to treat the infections found before the onset of pregnancy, without fail having passed the stage of immunocorrection and the recovery stage.

Pregnancy is contraindicated if...
Modern medicine has significantly reduced the list of diseases that are absolute contraindications to pregnancy and childbirth. So, today even women with some forms of heart disease or diabetics can experience the joy of motherhood. However, contraindications to pregnancy still remain:
- conditions incompatible with gestation (epilepsy);
- diseases in which pregnancy and childbirth pose a threat to a woman's life:
- severe heart disease with circulatory disorders;
- severe hypertension with circulatory disorders;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- lung disease with respiratory failure;
- kidney diseases leading to chronic renal failure (glomerulonephritis, etc.);
- systemic connective tissue diseases (lupus erythematosus);
- oncological diseases.
In some of these cases, doctors may even recommend surgical sterilization to a woman as the most reliable method of preventing a deadly pregnancy.
In addition to absolute contraindications to pregnancy, there are temporary, associated with a particular state of the body of future parents. Thus, it is not recommended to allow pregnancy to occur during an exacerbation of chronic diseases and infectious diseases, within a year after any surgical (abdominal) operations, during a sharp weight loss, as well as against the background of various courses of treatment (chemotherapy, radiation) and taking drugs that are contraindicated during pregnancy. Pregnancy in these circumstances may pose a risk to the health of the mother or fetus (or both), but over time, with improved health and discontinuation of drugs incompatible with pregnancy, a woman may well become pregnant, bear and give birth to a healthy child.

If you have decided to do everything possible for your unborn child by starting preparations for his appearance even before his conception - do not doubt that you have made the right decision! Who will help an inexperienced couple deal with all the questions that arise in preparation for pregnancy, make an individual list of necessary examinations, etc.? Now this is not a problem. In addition to state medical institutions such as antenatal clinics, polyclinics, family planning centers, specialized non-state structures have appeared that provide consultations to perinatologists, andrologists, and psychologists. The main thing is your desire!

P.S. - If you are already pregnant and are happy about it, we are also happy for you. Don't be discouraged or discouraged by the fact that you unknowingly ignored the recommendations of doctors to prepare for pregnancy. Turn - certainly together with the father of the unborn child - to specialists, and you will receive the necessary assistance - both medical and psychological.

Each parent should be prepared for the appearance of a child in the family. And ready not only financially, but also psychologically, as well as for health reasons. Preparing a man to conceive a child is the main topic of this article. So, first things first.

Preparing a man to conceive a child

The health of any baby directly depends on the health of not only his future mother, but also his father. Therefore, it is good if conception begins with a thorough preparation of a man. Further in the article, three factors that absolutely every man should know will be considered:

baby planning;
healthy lifestyle;
food.

Baby planning

Preparing a man to conceive a child begins three months in advance. And the first thing to do is to go to the doctor. One of the mandatory specialists to visit is a urologist. What is it for?

Before conception, a man needs to be checked for any infections or diseases, as some of them, unfortunately, are completely asymptomatic. Therefore, it is simply impossible to identify them without a specialist. If an infection is found, the doctor will prescribe the necessary medications and give advice on their use.

The next specialist is a therapist. He will do a general check on the health of the future father. Passing general tests and taking a cardiogram is necessary to restore a complete picture of the health status of the future dad.

Here are the main specialists that a man must definitely go through before conception itself. And it is undesirable to neglect this factor. Indeed, in the case when the future father has any disease, it is likely that this will affect not only the development of the fetus, but also the future life of the young mother and child.

Healthy lifestyle

This factor applies not only to men, but also to women. The health of the fetus directly depends on what kind of parents have been and are currently leading.

Smoking, as well as alcohol, can adversely affect a child from the first minutes of his life. Violation of the menstrual cycle, deterioration of erection - this is not the whole list of problems that future fathers and mothers can often face due to smoking.

Alcohol also negatively affects the health of the body. The death of the fetus, various dangerous malformations of its development, as well as mental and physical disorders in children - this is what a couple preparing for the birth of a child can most likely expect.

Another bad habit is drugs. They are absolutely prohibited! Here it is worth asking a good question: "Is it worth it?". A five-minute pleasure can destroy the health and life of your unborn baby for life.

Unfortunately, many future parents, knowing how these habits can affect the health of the child, still neglect the danger of the situation. Many professionals struggle to be heard by young people. Unfortunately, the results of this struggle are not encouraging. Most parents who suffer from bad habits realize their mistakes late.

healthy eating

A man, in order to conceive a child, healthy and strong in the future, must eat right. Proteins, fats, carbohydrates - all this is necessary for his body. Fruits and vegetables are indispensable for young parents. Below is a specific list of products you need:

beef;
nuts;
eggs;
any dairy products;
greens;
any fruits that are rich in vitamin C (lemons, oranges, tangerines);
fatty fish.

These products will help the body to maintain performance. They contain a huge complex of useful vitamins and minerals that are useful for any man. After all, the conception of a child is a great expenditure of strength and energy of the whole organism.

It is worth remembering that you do not need to overeat, but at the same time eat as much as you want. The main thing is that the food is varied and healthy.

Preparing to conceive a child

A man and a woman should pay special attention to the psychological state, the emotional atmosphere in the house, as this is a separate factor that affects the health of the fetus. Parents should be as comfortable as possible with each other. They both want a child.

Calmness, love and a sense of support - this is the atmosphere in which pregnancy should take place. From conception to childbirth, there should be no stress. Future parents should be able to quickly get out of a negative situation. You need to be able to communicate with each other, trust each other. And every time, before starting a scandal, remember that these screams negatively affect not only relationships within the family, but also the health of the unborn baby.

Courses for young parents

Waiting for the birth of a baby is an exciting time. But this is also the time for the moral preparation of parents. There are a huge number of different circles that will help them with this. Most of all, it will be useful for those who are expecting a baby for the first time. They will teach you how to swaddle, feed and bathe your baby. Also, these mugs will be useful for parents with experience. It's always good to learn something new.

Courses are reasonably priced. But, if for one reason or another there is nothing similar in your area, then you can find, for example, a psychologist who will be no worse. He will help you get out of this or that situation, help with advice.

Of course, future grandparents also need to psychologically support young parents. Don't be afraid to ask them for advice or help. Yes, the time of childhood has passed, but it is worth remembering that the older generation knows quite a lot about raising a child and about pregnancy.

Active lifestyle

Movement is life! These are golden words, and more relevant than ever in the twenty-first century. Physical activity is especially useful for future parents. And you don’t have to lift barbells or exhaust yourself with workouts. Aerobics is a great solution not only for men, but also for women. Thanks to these exercises, the blood is completely saturated with oxygen, which has a beneficial effect on conception, as well as the further development of the fetus itself.

Skiing, skating is another great way to keep your body in excellent healthy shape. Again, do not forget that everything is necessary in moderation. You can not overwork yourself with physical exertion. This is especially true for women, as it can adversely affect the process of menstruation.

Baths, saunas - this is what men need to give up. And all because the high temperature negatively affects. In addition, you should not wear very tight clothes.

Healthy sleep is the key to health

A man and a woman need to monitor their regimen. When a person sleeps, his body restores its strength as much as possible. If neglected, it will lead to constant fatigue, lethargy and irritability. In addition, insufficient sleep can lead to hormonal imbalance, which is absolutely undesirable for future parents. It is important to remember that a person should sleep for at least seven or eight hours.

Working conditions

Working conditions also have an impact on the health of the future parent. It is best to completely eliminate the presence of adverse factors that can harm a man's health. These include exposure to chemicals and psychological stress.

Unfortunately, the representatives of the stronger sex cannot completely get rid of these factors. And all because they need to feed the family and take care of its material well-being. Luckily, it's much easier for women. After all, they can go on long maternity leave. Therefore, advice to women is not to neglect this opportunity. It is important for them to remember that during pregnancy, peace and rest are necessary. And maternity leave is a great way to create the most suitable conditions for yourself.

Preparations for conception

This part of the article will tell you about what a man needs to conceive. There are three types of drugs that doctors can prescribe in this case. But it must be emphasized that nothing can be accepted without their appointment. Let's look at everything in more detail.

We are talking about vitamins and preparations with which the preparation of a man for the conception of a child will become more effective. These funds will help increase endurance, as well as the quality of his entire life. So, for the process of conception, vitamin E, L-carnitine and zinc will be especially useful, which increase the production of ejaculate and affect sperm motility. And for men of mature age, selenium is more suitable, which maintains the desired level of sexual performance. In addition, preparations containing folic acid and vitamin A are popular.

But we must not forget that all of the above is taken only on the recommendation of a specialist. After all, even these seemingly harmless means can have an undesirable effect on the body of the future father.

So, what should a man drink for conception? This question has been answered exactly. If there is an infection, you need to drink drugs prescribed by a doctor that will fight it, and in cases where you need to support the body - vitamins to help. By the way, it is undesirable to use biological additives.

How many times do you need to have sex

How long does it take to have sex in order to finally conceive? This is the most popular question among future parents. Many experts say that at least two or three days should elapse between sexual intercourse. And all because the mobility and concentration of germ cells during this time reaches an absolute maximum. As for everyday sexual intercourse, there will be absolutely no sense from them.

Outcome

Now it's time to sum up. The birth of a child is the most important stage in a person's life. That is why you need to prepare not only for the pregnancy itself, but also for conception. Visiting doctors, strict adherence to their recommendations are the main factors that directly affect the development of the fetus and its future life. Taking care of themselves now, parents take care of the health of their baby. Refusal of alcohol, drugs, tobacco - this is what needs to be done first. And an active life and taking vitamins will be another favorable factor for the development of the baby.

By following the tips given in this article, you can be sure that conception, pregnancy and the very birth of a baby will be truly happy moments, both for the future father and for the expectant mother.

Contrary to popular belief, the success of conceiving a child depends not only on the woman, but also on the man. According to statistics, 45% of the difficulties with conception are to blame for the health problems of the male body. Many different environmental factors can reduce the viability of sperm and affect its quality.

In order to conceive a healthy baby, a man needs to thoroughly prepare for this process. It is best to start preparing 3-6 months before conception. Let's take a closer look at how to properly prepare for the conception of a child for a man, because this is a crucial event in the life of every person.

Healthy lifestyle

When you do not know how a man should prepare for the conception of a child, then the first thing to do for a certain period is to give up bad habits: smoking, alcohol, drugs. It is widely known that these substances greatly affect the functioning of the reproductive system. Especially dangerous is beer, which contains extragen-like hormones, which significantly reduce the quality of sperm.

Important! Studies show that men who regularly consume alcoholic beverages are born with low birth weight.

Three months before conception, it is necessary to stop taking harmful substances, as well as various medications (steroids, hormones, antibiotics, etc.). Why exactly three months? Scientists have established that approximately in such a time there is a complete cleansing of the body from toxic substances.

In addition, for high quality sperm, a certain temperature regime for the testicles should be maintained. Do not wear tight underwear or pants. It is not recommended to take a hot bath or shower immediately before sexual intercourse. Also, five days before conception, you should refrain from sexual intercourse and masturbation, in order to increase sperm activity. Directly during the period of conception, the optimal number of sexual intercourses is one in 2-3 days.

Of course, it is important to ensure proper mobility. A sedentary lifestyle greatly increases the risk of developing prostatitis. It is recommended to give yourself regular physical activity: morning jogging, exercising in the gym. However, you need to know the measure, excessive loads deplete the body, and during dangerous sports (for example, martial arts) there is a high risk of damage to the groin area. In addition, avid cyclists should reduce their travel time to two hours a day.

It is also important to try to avoid stressful situations, nervous strain, and if any arise, be able to relax. Chronic nervous tension negatively affects sperm and its activity.

Proper nutrition and vitamins

As the famous saying goes, “We are what we eat”. And indeed it is. All substances that enter the body with food have a very strong impact on health and functioning. In order for the effect to be positive, it is necessary to exclude from the diet products that adversely affect the health of the body, and include as many useful substances as possible.

What to exclude:

fried food;
fast food;
colored carbonated drinks.

What to add to your diet:

fresh fruits and vegetables;
seafood;
fish;
cereals, instead of potatoes and pasta;
sunflower oil instead of mayonnaise.

In addition, taking a complex of vitamins containing folic acid will be of great benefit. If you do not want to buy vitamins, you can replace them with products:

greenery;
cabbage;
beets;
nuts;
potatoes;
carrot;
legumes, etc.

Also, the volume of sperm and testosterone levels are affected by the content of zinc in the body. To increase it, you can enrich your diet with eggs and meat, or drink multivitamins containing zinc.

And another important substance that affects the activity of spermatozoa is vitamin C. You can get it along with:

citrus fruits and juice from them;
broccoli;
asparagus;
sweet pepper;
melon;
kiwi and so on.

Limiting the negative impact of the environment

Toxic substances enter the body not only through the digestive system, but through the lungs and skin. During the preparation period, it is important to limit such exposures. Before a man prepares for the conception of a child, if he works in a "harmful industry", then, if possible, it is better to take a vacation. Avoid contact with various chemicals such as:

heavy metals;
paint and varnish fumes;
ionizing radiation;
X-rays;
traffic fumes.

Of course, before conceiving a baby, it is necessary to undergo a medical examination, a urologist, and pass a series of tests for various diseases that are hereditarily and / or sexually transmitted.

Mandatory list of tests and procedures for both partners:

HIV AIDS;
B and C;
blood type and Rh factor;
STDs;
fluorography.

Attention! HIV or hepatitis B, C in one of the partners can cause a miscarriage.

In addition, it is recommended to undergo a spermogram, genetics consultation for both partners. The latter is necessary to identify the risk of various genetic diseases, and, if possible, minimize the risk.

If any problems are identified, it is imperative to undergo a full course of treatment, and only then proceed to the conception of a baby.

Important! Infections of the genital organs can cause pathologies in the development of the fetus.

No less important than the health of the partner's body is the health of the relationship. It is better to resolve all problems in relationships before conceiving a child, if you cannot do it yourself, do not be too lazy to seek help from a specialist.

Pregnancy and the birth of a child is both a magical and difficult period in the life of both partners, which is why harmony and mutual understanding are important for future parents. Therefore, both spouses should approach the preparation for the adoption of a new family member responsibly. You now know how a man prepares for the conception of a child, and you can safely implement the experience gained in life.

Important! What to do for a girl, you can find out from our article.

In addition, unresolved problems can surface even after the birth of a child. The specificity of the relationship between parents greatly affects the baby, both at an early age and at an older age. An unfavorable atmosphere in the family can lead to the development of various diseases. The family atmosphere strongly sinks into the psyche of children, the subconscious, already influencing the model of building their own family relationships. Therefore, learn how to properly approach the conception of a child and his upbringing.

Caring for a child and his health begins even before birth. There is an opinion that only women prepare for conception, but this is far from the case. Men also need to prepare and pay attention to the way they live. And about how to properly prepare, what to do before conception, what to take and how long will it last?

Alcoholic drinks and conception in men

Planning a pregnancy takes a lot of time. In order to quickly become pregnant and protect the baby from negative influences, parents undergo an examination, take vitamins and partly abandon their usual life. The first thing to give up is alcoholic beverages. Since it is precisely because of their influence that pregnancy may not occur. If a man is really serious about children, he should give up alcohol altogether.

Rules for conceiving a child

Women always prepare very carefully for motherhood. As for men, there are also several mandatory rules for them in order to conceive a child without complications:

If a man adheres to these rules every day, there is a high probability that he will soon become a father. It is important to consider the frequency of sexual intercourse. One intercourse in two days is enough to conceive a child.

What should a man take to conceive a child?

In order to improve sperm, a man must undergo a vitamin course of treatment. To improve sexual functions, increase the number of spermatozoa and their mobility, it is very important to take folic acid and tocopherol. But that's not all, there is a whole range of drugs for future fathers:

Do not forget that before drinking any drugs, even if they are vitamins, you need to consult a doctor.

How long should a man abstain from alcohol before conception?

Conception in an intoxicated state most often leads to serious diseases and pathologies in a child. It does not matter when alcohol was consumed, on the day of conception or before it, in order for the child to be healthy, you need to abstain from alcohol for six months before conception.

Alcoholic drinks are dangerous because the alcohol that is part of them significantly increases the permeability of biological barriers, as a result, all harmful substances can easily enter the bloodstream and harm spermatozoa. Also, alcohol reduces the speed of sperm, which is equally important for conception. When a man regularly consumes alcohol, before he conceives a child, he must completely remove the decay products of alcohol from the body. If this is not done, the likelihood that the child will have a genetic disease is very high.

Even when this happens by chance, it is better if the woman is checked more often and examines the amniotic fluid.

Alcoholic drinks during conception in men: meaning

Nowadays it is very difficult to find a completely non-drinking man. Almost everyone drinks alcohol, but someone in a small amount, and someone does not know the measure at all and drinks every day. As you know, alcohol does not affect the nervous and digestive systems in the best way, the same can be said for the reproductive system. First of all, sperm, as well as spermatozoa, suffer from alcohol. Such an influence several times reduces the number of male gametes; subsequently, anejaculation and hypospermia occur. Often, people who drink physically and mentally retarded children are born.

In addition, alcohol reduces potency, and the man loses the ability to be fertilized.

What should men take to conceive a child?

Very often, problems with conception come from the wrong way of life. Harmful food, beriberi, disorders lead to violations of the reproductive system, in order to avoid them, you need to do the following:

ginseng-based infusions will not be superfluous, they will help the development of male germ cells;
the use of alcoholic beverages, and especially beer, must be stopped, the sooner this happens, the better;
give up coffee, tea and coca-cola, as they contain caffeine, which does not have the best effect on the body of both men and women. Instead of these drinks, you need to drink natural juices, fresh juices.