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5 Reasons Why You're Not Getting Pregnant

Have you been long trying for a baby and yet have not been able to conceive? It is high time to step back and take a look at the following reasons about why are not able to get pregnant

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Its important to understand the reasons, why you're not able to conceive

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Robert Browning once said, "Motherhood: All love begins and ends there."

It is certainly the most beautiful phase in one's life. But a lot of women are finding it difficult to conceive. Are you one of those who wants to become a mother but is not able to? Want to have a baby? There are a lot of factors that affect your reproductive health. One of the factors is lifestyle. These days, women have a demanding lifestyle with respect to job, eating habits, travel and sleep. This often prevents them from conceiving. This article talks about what are those factors.

Take a look at the following 5 factors that are not letting you get pregnant:

1. Less sleep

Are you sleeping enough? Due to lengthy work schedules these days, women find it difficult to sleep for substantial amount of hours. In order to enhance your fertility, it is important that you should cut down on your stress. Always aim for atleast eight hours of sleep without any disturbance. While going to sleep, you should switch off lights near your bed. Use eye mask or black curtains if needed.

2. Lack of enough vitamin D

Vitamin D is very vital for women and it plays an integral role in conceiving. If you are not sure, whether you are deficient, then get a test done. Speak to your doctor regarding tests. These days, people spend most of their time either inside their houses or office complexes. As a result, people are not exposed to the sun enough. Sunshine is essential for vitamin D and boosting fertility.

3. Not using a proper lube

You get intimate with your partner during ovulation. But, are you using a good lubricant? It may reduce your chances of conception. Go for lubes that do not contain glycerine. Also, use those lubes that are pH balanced, sperm-friendly and paraben-free.

4. No activities towards your BMI

Ideal weight is very important in pregnancy. If your BMI is very high then you may face fertility issues. Find out if you are close to the weight that is recommended for pregnancy. In addition, check with your doctor and seek advice on exercise and diet.

5. Excessive usage of plastic products

Always check, if you excessively use plastic products like plastic storage containers, plastic wraps etc. Plastic products release phthalates that interferes with your fertility. These phthalates are endocrine disrupters and they play with the body's natural ability to regulate reproductive hormone.

For healthy pregnancy, it is very important to be healthy from the inside. You should have strong immunity to deal with any disease. Also, you should primarily involve nutrients in your diet. At the same time, you shouldbring discipline to your lifestyle. Avoid late night stay at work, control on your excessive exposure to gadgets, and reduce your junk intake in your daily meals.

Always do exercises or yoga that would help you stay fit. Reduce stress as much as you can because it will interfere with your fertility. Take responsibility by taking complete care of yourself.

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