What supplement should I take to increase fertility?

"Now that you are ready to take on parenting, try to eat more healthily at least three months before you conceive. One particular supplement is important while trying to make a baby and that is Folic Acid. According to Health Promotion Board the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) of Folic acid for pregnant woman is 600 micrograms a day. Start taking the supplement at least one month before you get pregnant, and continue taking them until at least the end of the 12th week of pregnancy. This vitamin reduces the risk of having a baby born with a spinal cord problem such as spina bifida and reduces the risk of a premature labour. Keep up your folate status by eating foods such as spinach, sprouts, broccoli, green beans, and potatoes. Some bread and breakfast cereals are also fortified with folic acid. Try to cut down on flavourings and additives, especially aspartame and monosodium glutamate. If you're a big coffee or alcohol drinker, cut back.Heavy coffee drinking and alcohol consumption may cause great harm to a developing fetus if you do conceive. Watch your weight gain and aim to lose weight before becoming pregnant if you are obese. Other things you should avoid: 1) Too much vitamin A - don't eat liver or liver products, or take vitamin A supplements. 2) Listeriosis - don't eat undercooked meat or eggs, soft cheese, pâté, shellfish, raw fish, or unpasteurised milk. 3) Fish which may contain a lot of mercury - shark, marlin, swordfish, or excess tuna."

"Royal Jelly is one of the choices for increasing fertility. Diet plays a part in keeping your body healthy and ready for pregnancy too. Fuel up on leafy greens, whole grains, eggs, legumes, meat, fish (or fish oil supplements) and lots and lots of water. Steer clear of acidic foods like coffee, alcohol, meat and processed foods."

"For me, i took 白凤丸 as it helps to conceives and help to improve your health."

"I took a lot of stuff e.g. chinese herbal medicine etc while TTC but i really swear by Fresh Royal Jelly. Believe it or not, my complexion improved dramatically after i took it for a month and I got preggy the 2nd month after taking the Royal Jelly. It is said to balance our hormones, which i believe worked in "holding" the fertilised egg to the uterine wall. Just take a small spoon of Royal Jelly every morning on a empty stomach after you have a hugh glass of plain water to "cleanse" your intestines and stomach, then start any food intake 45 min after that."

"I had difficulties to conceive my first child after getting married few years ago, tried hard for 2 years+, without success, then decided to visit a gynae, who prescribed me Folic Acid tablet as supplement. She also asked me to chart my body temperature every morning when I get up from the bed, to help us decide when should we try to conceive. Not sure if it's because of the folic acid, but I manage to conceive few months after regularly taking it. Of course, praying for God's blessing is most important though :)"

"Take folic supplements, royal jelly and multivitamins. Went to chn sinseh to check if your body is cooling or heaty base. Usually they will prescribe some tonics to improve your immunity and balance the body. Was advised not take cooling foodstuffs and drinks too. Dont give yourself too much pressure on getting preggy. Enjoy & relax yourselves most important."

"I did not use any supplements. But I find this iphone app "pink pad" particularly useful to chart my periods and hence my ovulation periods. Checking the type of discharge also helps in understanding ovulation and hence increase the chances of getting pregnant"

"For me im taking folic acid n use ovulation test kit n also an app in my phone to track my period now cos trying for my 2nd BB I did tat for my 1st n i easily gain weight due to folic acid..so i cut down my carbo n meat Gurpreet..u might wan to consider multivits and feeding ur hubby folic acid n some raw nuts.. My colleague did that n now she just passed her 1st trimester (she tried to conceive for 2 mths n she succeeded)"

"I didn't take any supplement as well though I have friends who advised me to take more calcium and stuff. To me, what's important is to enjoy every moment of trying to conceive. Less stress = higher chances. :)"

"Hi, Happy to hear that your ready for parenting. Some advice to take folic supplements when your ready, but still you for natural resources for this or take your gyn's advice which is more safer."

"i took royal jelly b4 i conceived. that is after all sorts of chinese med i had tried but fail. "

"Hi, I never heard any supplement can help to increase chances of getting pregnant. However since you are ready to get pregnant, its better to eat healthier food, e.g. more veg, more fruits, and more fish. I actually pregnant within one month since I planned to do "

"I had previous surgeries to my ovaries so that reduces my chances of pregnancy. For each of my pregnancy I concieved by taking clomid but this must be prescribed by doctors. If you've been trying for a long time, it's best to seek professional help. Some time prescribtion of medicine could be the answer & no need IVF. For anybody trying to concieve, it is advised to consume folic acid because it reduces the risk of neural tube defect to the growing fetus. This can be bought over the counter & is also to be taken throughout the pregnancy."

"Hi,I ttc for about a year plus with no success and went to tcm. The physician adviced me to maintain a healthy lifestyle which included light exercises,early nights. I was told to take more fish meat vege and fruits and milk.They are good source of iron calcium and vitamins to prepare me for the journey ahead.Avoid raw food and also caffeine. And do take folic acid when you are ttc.You can get them from Guardian pharmacy. After adjusting to her advice I managed to get pregnant after two months. :D"

"i think healthy lifestyle and positive thinking will helps :) "

"Folic acid is a basic. But most importantly, you need to get your body ready for pregnancy by eating well. I started getting ready for pregnancy about a year before I actually got pregnant. I cut down on soda drinks, caffeine and other unhealthy foods. This also helped me to get into the mind frame of pregnancy, which is vital for anyone trying to conceive. Our mind is actually very powerful, and it helps to constantly visualize yourself getting pregnant.. "

"To increase chances, both you and spouse must eat healthy. I did read about eating primrose oil from the day your period comes till the day your ovulation comes. This helps your body somehow in increasing your chances of getting pregnant. Do note that you shouldn't continue primrose after ovulation comes as it's not good then. But to track ovulation, it's tough."

" I also never take any supplement. The key is don't so stress and go for travelling is one of method to get pregnant. "

"Listen to hypnosis for pregnancy it will give u positive mindset about u and ur body,it will work,I tried that ,it eliminates all negavitivity "

"You can try to take multivitamin and folic acid daily. It's will help to increase the chances of get pregnant. My friend tried and it's work. "

"take folic acid and vitamins...i ask hubby to take oyster too..  "

"Folic acid and supplements to keep yourself in tip top condition. "

"Eat more health foods. also take folic acid tablet(pills) after get advice from your doctor. Dont eat more hot stuffs. try to eat more warm foods. its better for your baby inside... "

"it's important to stay healthy and don't be stress out. take folic acid if you really want to take supplements. "

"If you are planning to get pregnant first of all you have to choose a right Dr, mostly all of the Drs initially prescribed clomiphene 50mg tablet, take this tablet 1 or 2 as your body condition, take this tablet day 2 menses to day 6 menses for 5 days per cycle. Maximum 3 cycles will be given 90% within this 3 cycles you will get pregnant. After that take folic acid 5mg one tablet every morning, then take calcium, obimin multivitamin, natal care plus or neurogain . Eat well, drink similac mum milk 2 times a day, then drink plenty of soya bean curd n milk. You and your child become healthy. Pls do not take any other supplements without your Dr's advise. Take care all the new mums.  "

"U can start to take Folic Acid now. Dun drink and smoke "

"Make sure you eat plenty of protein. Daily portions of meat, poultry, fish and dairy improves egg production. It's best to avoid soya as it has mild contraceptive properties. Caffeine should also be on your banned list - more than one cup of coffee a day can increase the time it takes to get pregnant by up to 50% - so try switching to herbal teas. You should also drink around two litres of water daily, and think about taking multi-vitamin and mineral supplements. Look for a specially formulated pre-pregnancy supplement. It should contain zinc, which is vital for maintaining a healthy menstrual cycle; and selenium which boosts fertility levels. Try to cut down on flavourings and additives, especially aspartame and monosodium glutamate. Go for fresh meat, fish and vegetables rather than processed ready-meals, and healthy snacks like fruit and nuts rather than chocolate and crisps. Your partner should also drink at least two litres of water a day as semen is largely made up of water. He should also have a healthy diet and take a vitamin and mineral supplement. "

"For myself i took folic acid and olive juice. You may try perhaps it helps. Good Luck! "

"Other than taking folic acid n supplement, also do rem to eat well, rest early n do exercise too. Having a healthy mind n healthy body, helps getting pregnant too "

"Take folic acid. Also, it seems that pregnancy always comes when you least expect it so advice is don't try to hard and enjoy the process as stress doesn't help! "

"Take evening primrose. It helps and it works!!  "

"There are few things which you can do to increase the chances of pregnancy. Enjoy your day to day life, be happy, spend time with your husband like going on long walks or vacation, exercise daily which will improve your blood circulation. Supplements are another option for women. There are a number of both prescription & over the counter supplements on the market that can assist a woman’s body to boost their fertility levels. The most common prescribed fertility medication is Clomid, which helps stimulate ovulation. Over the counter supplements are also an option, to assist in regulating your hormones, helping stimulate ovulation, and helping lengthen your luteal phase – all necessary things that need to happen in order for you to achieve conception. From brand name options like ConceiveEasy to over the counter vitamins or minerals like B6 or Vitex, check with your healthcare practitioner first to see which options are best for you.  "

"Eat healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, fish and less of pork, fatty foods and raw foods. Take multivitamins and folic acid. Sleep early at least 8hours. Don't drink liquor nor smoke. Enjoy life and if you are working take a break. Spend time with your loved ones. Most of make God the center of your like and he take care of everything. Pray without ceasing and he will give the desires of your heart. "

"I think husband also must play a part in eating healthy diet. I heard Q10 supplement is good for husband to improve sperm quality.  "

"Folic Acid!"

"I took fresh royal jelly as i heard it balances the hormones in our body. It definitely works for me, as i stop having breakout during menses , complexion improved after 1 month of taking it, and successfully conceived on the 2nd month. "

"Like what Mini mentioned, it is important to relax, stay happy, spend time with hubby. I personally feel when you feel good, everything will falls in place, I believe pregnancy is fated and like nature takes its course. My best friend tried on her own but not successful then she went to see TCM and half a year later she was pregnant but miscarriage when baby was 9 weeks old. Till today she is still trying. Hence i told her, god feels you should enjoy more couple time with your hubby, tome is not ripe yet. Good luck to you!  "

"While many people can get get pregnant on very poor diets and no vitamins at all, a healthy diet can improve your fertility and ensure your body is healthy when you do conceive. One to try is Fertility Blend for women. For your husband, he or she can take Fertility Blend for men. If he has been diagnosed with a low sperm count he could try taking Fertile One vitamins and Proxeed supplements. And of course you too should be stress free and happy. "

"Say no to smoking and drinking. Take more folic acid. Stay happy and healthy lifestyle."

"Here are the seven best natural supplements: Co-enzyme Q10 This famous antioxidant has been shown to improve egg quality, predominantly in older women, helping them to become more fertile. Antioxidants are beneficial in neutralizing free radicals, which may destroy the integrity of the egg or the sperm. In this way, Co-enzyme Q10 also helps men with certain types of infertility. And the great benefit is that it will improve your hair and skin as well as your overall health. Astragalus Astralagus is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that is an adaptogen, meaning that it protects the body against various disorders. Besides supporting the healthy immune function, astragalus also improves sperm count, and enhances the chances of pregnancy. Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds help mostly men with fertility problems. They are a good source of zinc and fatty acids. They should be eaten even during pregnancy, because they contain important nutrients for baby’s prenatal development. They have to be consumed raw. Royal Jelly Rich in Vitamins D and E, royal jelly balances hormones and improves egg health. The bee queen eats it to increase her fertility and so should you, to help nourish a healthy pregnancy. Avoid it if you’re allergic to honey! Liquid Chlorophyll Besides being an excellent detoxifier and a well-known body cleanser, liquid chlorophyll regulates menstruation. Siberian Ginseng A great immune system booster, Siberian Ginseng helps men to increase semen production and helps fertility disorders in both men and women. It is also a mild sexual stimulant. It improves the health of the uterus cells, which may increase your chances of conceiving. Saw Palmetto Saw Palmetto increases women’s fertile age and helps men have stronger hormones. It also fights against prostate cancer and reduces hair loss. When you have decided what to take to help you get pregnant, don’t forget that it is always better to first consult a specialist. Supplements don’t have overnight effects, but taking them long enough could increase your pregnancy chances. If you don’t get pregnant in one year of natural treatment, you should consider alternative remedies with your healthcare provider. "

"Besides yourself, your husband should also take supplements. Both of you should stop smoking and drinking at the very least. Stay healthy and eat the proper foods :) "

"Try Blackmores Conceive Well Gold. It seems to have all necessary nutrients. Nice branding & packaging  "

"You can get your doctor to do a blood test for you to check for vit D deficiency. I was lack of vit d and many other minerals when trying.  "

"Folic acid is a must! And of course try to eat healthy and you can also consider tcm to prepare your body. That's what my sil did and within 2 months, she got pregnant again. A friend of mine took 白凤丸 to increase the chances of her getting pregnant and now she has a baby boy. Good luck! "

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" I want to use this opportunity to thank this great woman called mother Iya for what she has done for me and my family, after trying for 5 years. This great woman has brought happiness and joy back again to me and my family. mother Iya has used her great herbal medicine to help me to get pregnant with her powerful ways and after 7 days of applying her herbs.This is more than words i can say, at first i didn't believe it but today it is so true and all thanks goes to her. i will advice every one out there that has a similar issue of not able to conceive, to try mother Iya herbal remedy to contact her. thank you mother and forever remain a blessing in my life. Contact her today on her email nativeiyabasira@yahoo.com and phone number +441133201124 "

"For me I tried to eat balance food and take folic acid which I heard is good for pregnancy. "