Trying to get pregnant.

[Tanya]

Hi, I'm new to the site and have joined this site (along with some baby ones), in the hope to get some advice and support.

I'm planning on starting a family, and would like to maximise my own health before I actually conceive, for two reasons, firstly to help me get pregnant and to give the baby the best health conditions prior to starting out in life.

Any food stuffs to add in or leave out would be gratefully received.

[Louise]

Hi Tanya,

what at a great question, thank you for posting. You may already know that foods you eat today will continue to have an impact on your fertility for up to 90 days.

My best advice is to eat organic as much as financially possible, this is to reduce your intake of herbicides and pesticides, additionally, your body will benefit from the additional nutrients that organic offers.

Drink only organic milk, and use only organic dairy, non-organic dairy should be avoided as it contains hormones and antibiotics, which can lead to an increase in estrogen levels within the body.

[Kellyjames]

Reduce your toxin exposure as much as possible and of course the obvious one is folic acid.:encouragement:

[Louise]

Hi Tanya, ensure you have a wide variety of nutrients and eat the colour of the rainbow.
Selenium is very good, and a great source is from Brazil nuts, 1-2 a day, will meet your daily needs.
Selenium protects the eggs and sperms from free radical damage, which is vitally important for healthy eggs.

[DaiTheMod]

I can only speak from a male perspective but sperm health is often overlooked when trying to conceive. If I was planning to extend my family (I'm not...too old). I'd take a Vitamin C and Zinc supplement. I'd also hit the nuts and seeds for the selenium, whilst cutting down on alcohol and tobacco consumption. Good luck.

[Tanya]

Thanks for the replies everyone,

DaiTheMod, would you take the Vit C and Zinc in supplement form, or via food, or both?

[DaiTheMod]

I'd suggest both. For him 1000mg Vitamin C, 5mg Zinc. You'll pick up the necessary zinc in nuts and seeds but extra supplements won't hurt.

[Louise]

I can only speak from a male perspective but sperm health is often overlooked when trying to conceive

An excellent point, ensuring that both of you are as healthy as possible is essential to fertility and the baby's health.

[over the hill]

Relaxation is really important, try and keep chilled and don't put too much emphasis on the getting pregnant...so they say;)

[Kellyjames]

A really good multivitamin and mineral should make sure you have all the nutrients that you may miss out on through your daily diet.

[lifesaball]

I have heard of people trying acupuncture to help them. I'm not sure what it does, but some people recommend it.

[love2shop]

Nettle is very good at addressing multiple sources of hormone disruption, which may lead to problems conceiving. Try incorporating nettle tea into your daily routine, its actually far nicer than it sounds.

[Tanya]

I found the best way to control my hormones was to cut out milk and bread, I am happy to report I am pregnant and eating healthy. I've cut out all refined sugar so my baby doesn't get used to it and crave it once on the outside. It's early days, but I am very excited and grateful for all your help.

[Louise]

I found the best way to control my hormones was to cut out milk and bread, I am happy to report I am pregnant and eating healthy. I've cut out all refined sugar so my baby doesn't get used to it and crave it once on the outside. It's early days, but I am very excited and grateful for all your help.

This is excellent news Tanya, congratulations from all of us at Organically Pure, we wish both you and the baby well. xx

[over the hill]

Congratulations Tanya. :jb:

[Megan]

Congratulations Tanya, are you planning to make any other changes throughout your pregnancy?

[Tanya]

Congratulations Tanya, are you planning to make any other changes throughout your pregnancy?

Thank you everyone.

I have been toying with the idea of bringing baby up vegetarian. I have had a lot of backlash from people when I have mentioned this, but I wouldn't be going into it lightly, I would do all my research and ensure that baby gets all the right nutrients.

I also intend to bring baby up sugar and processed food free, or at least 90%. Which should be easy to control in the first few years anyway.

[Louise]

Here is a sugar free recipe to get you started.:jb:

http://www.organicallypure.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?310-Sugar-free-teething-biscuits

[Megan]

Here is a sugar free recipe to get you started.:jb:

http://www.organicallypure.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?310-Sugar-free-teething-biscuits

Could these pass as biscuits for adults?:angel:

[Megan]

I saw this and thought it may come in useful for you.
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51GF%2B9O%2B52L._SX258_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Books/My-Sugar-Free-Baby-Me-Sarah-Schenker/147293900X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497206352&sr=8-1&keywords=sugar+free+baby

[CyrusD]

I saw this cook and thought I'd share it, it may offer you some guidance during your pregnancy.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Complete-Organic-Pregnancy-Deirdre-Dolan/dp/0060887451/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498720496&sr=8-1&keywords=The+complete+organic+pregnancy

[CyrusD]

Actually, I was quite surprised by how many books there are available on the subject of organic health in pregnancy and babies. I think this is a really positive move.

[Tanya]

Hi, thank you for the recommendation of this book, my sister bought me this when she found out I was preganant. It's a good book and highlights all the areas that we come into contact with toxins, like nail varnish for example.

The book promotes a pregnancy that is the healthiest for baby and mother.

[Chanel5]

I took folic acid for several months before I got pregnant

[Amie]

Have you tried a Q10 supplement, this is said to be very good in improving the ovarian response, helping to improve chances of fertility.