In most sex education classes, the focus is on sexual health and contraception, rather than on the art of conception. If you are ready to have a child, it's not as simple as you may think. Even though you probably got "the talk" from your parents about where babies come from, it can actually become quite complicated if you're trying to conceive a baby. Here's how to make babies:

1) Stop using birth control. Depending on your chosen birth control method, some can keep you
from getting pregnant for quite a while after you stop using them. Others, like Condoms, have
no lasting effects, so you may get pregnant as soon as you start trying.

2) Choose optimal timing. In order to make a baby, you must have sex when you are ovulating.
For most women, this is about 14 days before the start of their period. Have sex within the five
days leading up to ovulation for the best chance of conceiving a child. Timing is actually crucial
to conception. However, keep in mind that women's monthly cycles can vary greatly.


3) Have intercourse frequently. Having intercourse twice per week, regardless of what week it is
or whether you think you are ovulating, will give the best chance of conception. However,
more than every other day can dilute the sperm count.


4) Have intercourse in any position. Though many will recommend certain positions to increase
the chances of conception, in reality it really doesn't matter. No scientific study has shown one
position to be better than another for purposes of conception. Ejaculating deep into the vagina,
however, is important in any position

5) Use the right lubricant. Some lubricants prevent contraception; avoid these if you're trying to
make a baby. Luckily, there are plenty of "safe" lubricants available.

6) Understand the role of the orgasm. It is critical for a man to climax in order to make a baby.
The majority of the sperm will be in the ejaculate, not in the fluids occurring prior to climax.
Although there is no scientific proof that an orgasm for the woman will help with conception, it
will certainly not interfere with the process.

7) Understand what to do immediately afterwards. If you are trying to get pregnant, stay in bed
anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour after intercourse. This will give the sperm time to swim to
the egg. Do not douche; this has been proven to lower your chances of conceiving a baby

8) Relax! Trying to conceive a child can be a stressful time for both partners. Don't let the
efforts get in the way of your relationship, or put too much pressure on trying.


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Tips on Getting Pregnant

Ditch the pill

Yes, the first thing is to forget about contraception. You may notice certain irregularities in your
cycle and may take a few months for your cycle to return to normal. But many women are fertile
the first month after they stop taking the Pill. The same holds true for the contraceptive patch
and ring.

Fuel up on folic acid

Folic acid is a synthetic form of foliate, a B vitamin that can help reduce the risk of serious birth
defects that affect the brain and spinal cord. For this reason, the FDA recommends that all
women attempting pregnancy take folic acid supplements for decreasing chances of birth defects.

Quit smoking, drinking and drugs now

Smoking or taking drugs greatly diminishes your chances of getting pregnant and can lead to
miscarriages, premature birth, and low-birth weight babies. Plus, research suggests that smoking
can affect your fertility and lower your partner’s sperm count. In fact, studies have shown that
even secondhand smoke may affect your chances of getting pregnant. It is also recommend
that women avoid alcohol when trying for pregnancy.

Cut down on Caffeine

Research shows that too much caffeine can reduce your ability to absorb iron and increase your
risk for stillbirth. Avoid coffee, tea, and colas or switch to decaf to increase your chances of
getting pregnant. If you are a complete caffeine junkie, then the safe limit would be a cup a
day. Try switching to a milkshakes which will boost your calcium as well and assist in conception.

Get your weight in check

Healthy weight women have an easier time getting pregnant than overweight or underweight
women. Studies show that women whose body mass index (BMI) is below 20 or above 30
have a harder time getting pregnant, so it’s a good idea to try to get yourself into the 20 to
30 range before you start trying.

Timing is Everything

You will have little chance of getting pregnant if you had sex on the wrong days and missed
the most fertile ones. Figure out your ovulation days with our ovulation calendar to increase
your chances of conception. Read our articles on Ovulation and Signs of ovulation to assist
you in knowing your fertile period. Ovulation predictor kits can also help you figure out when
you’re ovulating by detecting hormones in your urine that signal ovulation is about to occur.

Mind Control

Women who suffer from depression are twice as likely to have problems with fertility as
women who don’t. Get a mental health check if you notice signs of depression. Also, try
stress management techniques, such as yoga and meditation, which research suggests can
also help in getting pregnant.

Buy something sexy

Some experts say that if a woman is highly aroused while she’s having sex, the sperm has
a better chance of fertilizing her egg. Others say it makes absolutely no difference. It
definitely wont hurt and may even help in boosting your libido and killing that awkward
feeling of having sex for pregnancy.

Positioning yourself

Many experts suspect that the missionary position (man on top) provides the best
opportunity for getting pregnant, though no definitive studies have been done on this
question. This position allows for the deepest penetration which deposits sperm closer to the
cervix. For additional effectiveness, the woman can try elevating her hips with a pillow so her
cervix is exposed to the maximum amount of semen. Other positions could be Rear entry
and lying side-by-side. Avoid woman on top, standing, or leaning positions, which discourage
the flow of semen to the uterus.

Increase the Odds

Make your vaginal environment as sperm-friendly as possible. Avoid vaginal sprays and
scented tampons, artificial lubricants, and douching. Not only can they cause infections, they
may wash away cervical mucus or create a hostile environment for the sperm.

If you find that your cervical mucus is not as conducive of getting pregnant as it should be,
you may want to try a specific type of lubricant. Pre-Seed lubricant is the sperm friendly choice
of many people trying to get pregnant. After intercourse, elevate your hips on a pillow for
about fifteen minutes.

For your man

Ask your partner to chuck all briefs and opt for boxers instead for a healthy sperm count. Also,
having sex in the morning would help since the semen has the highest number of sperm then.

Finally

Getting pregnant isn’t always easy. Very few couples conceive on the first try. In fact, even if
everything is absolutely in perfect working order, you only have a 20-25% chance of conception
each month. If you are under 30, and haven’t conceived in 12 months, you should make an
appointment to see your doctor as there could be some issues at play with are preventing you
from getting pregnant. If you are over 35, and haven’t succeeded in getting pregnant in six
months, make an appointment to see your doctor, as infertility issues become more prevalent
the older you get. If you are over 40, then do not delay in getting medical help.