How to Increase Fertility

In order to optimize a couple’s chances for conception, the best time to have intercourse is around the woman’s fertile period. Because the optimal time for fertilization to take place is dependent upon the woman’s monthly ovulation cycle, it is important that the male partner ensure that reserves of mature sperm have not been depleted prior to the time of ovulation.

We recommend that brief periods of abstinence proceed the ovulation cycle if any doubt exists as to a man’s reserves of mature sperm. Remember, for pregnancy to result, it is important for the couple to work together to time intercourse to the 3-4 day window when a woman is most likely to conceive. Though not absolutely necessary, eliminating or minimizing ejaculation in preparation for your partners ovulation cycle will help ensure maximum possible sperm quantity and maturity. Abstinence is also likely to contribute to an enhanced sex drive. This may help both parties to build some level of anticipation or desire when the optimal time for intercourse arrives.

Timing of intercourse must be equally important to both partners if conception is to result. Sometimes the need to time intercourse can inhibit sexual desire, cause anxiety and even make sexual contact feel like a chore. Both partners have to work together to ensure that this process goes as smoothly possible. Your understanding of a women’s fertility cycle and your cooperation are an important factor in this process.