The entire pregnancy journey requires a lot of patience and hope, especially when you are trying to conceive for a long time. For a successful conception you must know the right ways of trying to complete your family and enjoy healthy pregnancy. Today, in this blog we will provide you expert advice, right from the cabin of fertility specialist, on how to conceive.
Natural conception
As per fertility specialist, women should know their ovulation period. Based on that, you must involve in unprotected sex for five days before and on the ovulation day. This period will increase your chances of conception to a greater extent.
Importance of ovulation cycle in natural conception
- During ovulation a female body releases mature eggs from the ovary
- Once egg is released, it travels towards fallopian tube where it remains for 12-24 hours.
- Usually, a female reproductive system can keep the sperm for 5 days after intercourse.
- Your fertility chances will increase with the presence of sperm in the fallopian tube.
Ovulation happens 14 days before the start of next menstrual period, in a 28-days menstrual cycle. In case of irregular periods the date of ovulation may vary.
When to take advice from fertility specialists?
Usually healthy couples conceive within one year of unprotected sex during ovulation period. But if they are unable to become pregnant, then it’s the time to knock the doors of clinic. Below are some of the conditions in which may need to consult fertility specialist:
- If you are older than 35 and have been trying to become pregnant for 6 months.
- If you or your partner is facing any reproductive concern.
Always keep in mind that both male and female are equally responsible for fertility issues. Hence both should visit fertility clinic for diagnosis and treatment. Your gynecologist or urologist or any family doctor may help you in finding out the problem. But in some cases, a fertility specialist will be the best option for you.
Best fertility treatments available
As per some fertility specialists, many patients are not sure whether to go with IVF treatment or the IUI one. Well! The answer is simple. It depends on the individual’s fertility issue and the requirement of your body to get pregnant.
- Intrauterine insemination (IUI) should be your first line of treatment if male infertility is the problem. You can also go with this treatment in case of unexplained infertility.
- IUI is less invasive and cost-effective.
- It helps you in completing your family by extracting the best quality sperm from the body. The sperm is then washed and inserted directly into female’s body with a catheter during ovulation. This can result in successful fertilization in many cases.
Many fertility specialists have achieved successful conceptions through IUI treatment.
Pregnancy with IVF
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is considered as the best option for fertility with higher success rate. In this process your IVF specialist will extract both egg and sperm from the body to fertilize externally in a lab and the fertilized embryo is placed in the mother’s womb for conception. Below are some circumstances in which you must go with IVF.
- For females if they are facing the issues like fallopian tube damage.
- For males with severe male infertility issues.
- Fertility related to age. For instance, conception becomes difficult after 35 years of age.
- If you have faced multiple IUI failures.
The road of successful pregnancy is often not smooth for many couples. It is full of ups and downs for many couples while starting their journey to complete their family. But you must never lose hope and try all possible treatments to complete your journey. No matter what, you should always believe that the good news will always come your way.
How to conceive with PCOD/PCOS?
Women that are obese can increase the chances of conception by reducing weight in PCOD condition. You must undergo PCOD treatment and to get the success in it you must follow a healthy lifestyle. Attaining pregnancy is possible with PCOD if it is under control. You may however need medications or may need to undergo IVF to conceive.
How to achieve pregnancy with low sperm count?
Low sperm count will decrease your chances of fertilizing the egg of your partner leading to infertility. Despite this many males are able to make their partner pregnant. If natural conception fails for you, you can go with either IUI or IVF.
How to know which fertility option is better for you?
To know the best treatment option for you, must consider consult the fertility specialist doctor to make the right decision. The specialist will consider the factors like medical history, age and emotional readiness to suggest you the option.
Conclusion
Obtaining fertility specialists’ help can simplify the often complex process of getting pregnant. By maintaining a healthy lifestyle, understanding your ovulation cycle, and seeking timely medical advice, you can significantly improve your chances. At Prem Hospital Meerut, our fertility experts are dedicated to offering personalized care and advice to help you achieve your dream of parenthood. Reach out to us for professional support and expert tips.