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Getting pregnant - tips

There are plenty of myths and absurd tips surrounding getting pregnant. We know from our own experience that getting pregnant isn’t always easy, and navigating the labyrinth of myths doesn’t exactly lead to enlightenment – ​​trackle debunks the fables and promises and tells you what really helps.

Six tips for getting pregnant:

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Tip 1: Pay attention to your weight if you want to get pregnant!

Being overweight or underweight can indeed negatively affect your chances of getting pregnant. The resulting hormonal changes can negatively impact your menstrual cycle – and in men, too much or too little weight can affect sperm production.

A graphic illustration on a turquoise background. On the right, stylized sperm are swimming (outlined in white, with one highlighted in red). On the left is a white cloud with the pink lettering “PH.” It illustrates Tip 2: Avoid conventional lubricants, which could disrupt the vagina’s pH balance and sperm motility!

Tip 2: Avoid conventional lubricants!

It has been scientifically proven that some lubricants are harmful to sperm and often prevent them from reaching the fallopian tubes. This is frequently due to lubricants with a pH value that is too low. The pH value is crucial for sperm motility.

A split icon on a turquoise background. On the left is a white-outlined uterus with a fetus. To the right of it is a large pink heart with a white plus sign. The graphic symbolizes Tip 3: Avoid alcohol and cigarettes to protect your fertility and the health of your future child!

Tip 3: Avoid alcohol and cigarettes!

If you are trying to conceive, you should take good care of yourself and your body. This includes avoiding alcohol and nicotine, as both can negatively affect your fertility. You should also continue to abstain from alcohol and cigarettes throughout your pregnancy!

An illustrative collage of various healthy foods on a turquoise background, including a bunch of red tomatoes, a stack of yellow cheese wheels with a slice next to them, a white milk jug pouring milk, two fish, and two apples. The icon illustrates Tip 4: Make sure you eat a balanced diet when you're trying to get pregnant!

Tip 4: Pay attention to proper nutrition when you are trying to get pregnant!

A healthy diet is generally important when you're trying to get pregnant. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and include healthy carbohydrates such as bread, rice, potatoes, and pasta – whole-grain products are especially recommended. Animal and plant-based proteins, as well as fish, are also part of a healthy diet. However, if you eat fatty fish varieties such as salmon or herring, you shouldn't do so more than once a week. Dairy products like cheese and yogurt are important for your calcium levels.

A stylized graphic on a turquoise background. It shows a large pink heart with a white ECG line (heart rhythm) running through the center. The icon illustrates Tip 5: Take care of your health to create the best conditions for pregnancy.

Tip 5: Take care of your health!

Make sure you live a healthy lifestyle. Get enough sleep, watch your weight, exercise – but don't overdo it – and avoid alcohol and nicotine. This also applies to your partner, by the way. Eat a balanced diet and avoid crash diets. Take good care of yourself; you have something big planned.

An illustrative graphic on a turquoise background. It shows a pink double bed with a gray blanket and two white pillows. Floating above it are two small pink hearts and a hint of fireworks. The icon illustrates Tip 6: Getting pregnant should still be fun—keep enjoying your intimacy!

Tip 6: Getting pregnant should still be fun.

Even if it might not sound like advice at first: Don't forget to have fun during sex. Trying to get pregnant can feel tedious and is a lot of work. Nevertheless, the whole process should still be enjoyable. Furthermore, the chances of getting pregnant are significantly increased by a well-lubricated vagina. This allows the sperm to travel much more easily.

Getting pregnant: Common myths

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Which position will help me get pregnant faster?

Some people praise positions that allow the sperm to penetrate as deeply as possible – others strongly advise against them. The fact is: there is no single "right" position that will make you more likely to get pregnant. Do what feels comfortable for you; that's far more important than any awkward contortions!

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Am I more fertile if my period is extremely long?

Quite the opposite – sometimes a very heavy period can indicate menstrual cycle disorders that could make it more difficult for you to get pregnant. Talk to your gynecologist about your desire to become pregnant and your menstrual cycle. If you've been trying to get pregnant for a while, your extremely heavy bleeding could be the reason why you haven't yet conceived.

A stylized illustration of a woman in a yoga pose (lotus position) with her hands pressed together in front of her chest. She is wearing a pink top against a turquoise background. The illustration depicts the theme of relaxation and addresses the question: Does staying in bed after sex help with getting pregnant?

Does lying down after sex help with getting pregnant?

Clamping your legs together and staying lying down to prevent any sperm from escaping? That's nonsense! Scientifically, no increased number of pregnancies has been observed when women remain lying down for longer periods. You can get up afterward, shower, and go to the toilet – the latter is even helpful in preventing bladder infections!

Finally get pregnant with trackle.

trackle can help you get pregnant. trackle measures your core body temperature at night and uses this data to calculate your fertile window. You can clearly see when ovulation occurred in your current cycle – and when it is expected to occur in your next cycle. This allows you and your partner to plan accordingly.

This method is much more accurate than using ovulation test strips or measuring skin temperature – because both urine composition and ambient temperature can fluctuate significantly. Your core body temperature is the ideal fertility indicator.

In this blog article, we have summarized the common mistakes people make when trying to get pregnant. If you have any further questions, please check out our FAQ section.

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