Preparing for pregnancy: what depends on the man

Today, men approach future fatherhood more and more consciously and seriously. This is a great trend! Yet women still face more demands regarding motherhood. “You still have children to give birth to,” girls hear almost from adolescence. But about the importance of preparing men for conception, there are still many myths and misconceptions.

Let’s say right away: future parents make an equal contribution to the creation of a new person. His DNA will consist of 50% of his father’s DNA and 50% of his mother’s DNA, so a man and a woman should prepare the same way. At the same time, in evolutionary terms, a man is considered the carrier of genetic and behavioral mobility. A woman, on the contrary, is a “conservative”, she preserves and passes on to her children the genetic code accumulated by previous generations.

However, if it is ideal for a woman to give birth to a healthy child, it is better not to have bad habits at all (the eggs are in the body from birth), then for men, the conditions for preparing for conception are somewhat simpler. Spermatozoa mature and are completely renewed in 3 months, therefore, at least for such a period, a man needs to make certain adjustments to his life. What are these changes and why are they needed?

Get tested and tested

The willingness to undergo a comprehensive checkup and take tests shows the seriousness of intentions and a conscious approach to parenthood. Although, by and large, all these procedures do not take much time, and for most men it is more difficult to decide to go to the doctor morally. In fact, if there are no health problems, then the list of tests is small. Generally, physicians recommend general urine and blood tests, which generally reflect the state of health and may indicate some problems that affect the ability to conceive. It is also recommended to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases and viruses that carry a huge risk for the unborn baby.

To refuse from bad habits

Toxins that accumulate in the body due to smoking and alcohol abuse destroy all the cells of the body, including the cells of the reproductive system. As a result, a deterioration in the process of spermatogenesis (development of spermatozoa) and unsuccessful attempts at conception. In addition, it has been proven that toxins can damage DNA. Accordingly, spermatozoa formed at the time of the presence of alcohol in the body can carry genetic errors, and this is already a huge risk to the health of the unborn baby. In the period of preparation for conception, a man needs to give up excessive alcohol consumption (exclude strong alcohol altogether), quit smoking, go outside more often and play sports. If it is not possible to completely eliminate all negative factors, then you need to minimize them and start taking vitamins that compensate for the negative impact.

Vitamins and dietary supplements

Deficiency of certain vitamins and minerals directly affects male fertility. For example, L-carnitine is responsible for the functioning of the prostate gland and the maturation of full-fledged spermatozoa. Coenzyme Q10 increases stamina, slows down cellular aging and increases sperm motility. Vitamins A and E, in turn, increase their concentration. Zinc, selenium and L-arginine stimulate the synthesis of the male hormone testosterone and activate spermatogenesis. Licorice root reduces the viscosity of semen. Of course, some drink them separately, but you can get confused with the correct dosage. It is much easier and wiser to get all the necessary substances in a balanced complex. For example, dietary supplement “AndroDoz” contains all 9 active components at once that affect the reproductive function of a man. Together, they are able to increase the mobility and viability of spermatozoa, thereby increasing the chances of natural conception, as well as reduce the risk of fertilization of the egg by a defective spermatozoon.

The regimen for AndroDose is extremely simple: 4 capsules a day once or 2 capsules 2 times a day. The recommended course of admission is 3 months. BAA “AndroDoz” is produced from Swiss raw materials, the quality of which is confirmed by international certificates.

Proper nutrition

Most experts agree that men do not need any strict diet at the planning stage of conception. But, of course, it is desirable to eat regularly and efficiently. A balanced healthy diet with a lot of fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, herbs and fish strengthens the immune system, gives a surge of strength and vigor, which, of course, helps to become a father faster. While fatty foods, processed foods and fast food cause apathy, drowsiness and lethargy, which do not help the overall cause.

Psychological preparation

The psychological aspect is equally important. Emotional barriers, doubts and stress sometimes interfere with conception no less than physiological factors. The desire to become a father should not be a means of self-realization or a way to prove something to yourself or others. First of all, future parents should ask themselves the question: are they ready for the fact that they will be responsible not only for themselves, but also for the baby? Are you ready to change your lifestyle? Sacrifice comfort, habits and personal time? Experts unanimously say that fatherhood is a psychologically difficult step for many men. To decide on it, you need information and advice, and the easiest way to find them is in communication with other fathers, therefore, at the preparation stage, communication with couples who have already gone through this stage and become parents is very important. Don’t be afraid to ask difficult questions about caring for your baby and clarify the details, try on different life situations to make sure that you are ready for changes in your life.

A conscious approach to fatherhood helps to quickly achieve the cherished goal and avoid many problems in the future.