After determining the preparation time for pregnancy, we must consider how to ensure strong combat effectiveness. The most important thing is the production factory and base of sperm and eggs.
Male friend, look at your bullet factory first.
As we all know, Sperm is produced in the testis, Eventually becoming a swimming [tadpole], It will take about 3 months. That is to say, your sperm has been produced since 3 months ago. In this process, just like the bullet production process in an arsenal, any interference factors that affect its quality will affect its final efficiency. Therefore, it is generally recommended that everyone prepare for pregnancy at least 3 months in advance.
How should the male compatriots prepare?
1. Know your medical history and see if there have been any accidents in the arsenal before.
Many diseases in men may affect the pregnancy of their wives. For example:
- Parotitis
The incidence rate of mumps in childhood is not low-mumps. The virus infects parotid gland and also leads to orchitis.
- Chromosome abnormalities and some congenital diseases
For example, cryptorchidism, etc., will seriously affect the spermatogenic function;
- Endocrine disease
Various endocrine diseases will affect the stability of the internal environment and the accurate regulation of physiological functions, especially the abnormalities of hormones related to hypothalamus-pituitary-gonad axis, which may lead to infertility.
- Prostatitis, seminal vesiculitis
Semen consists of sperm and seminal plasma, most of which are seminal plasma, which provides the basic environment for sperm to survive and swim. Among them, prostatic fluid accounts for about 30% of semen and seminal vesicle fluid accounts for more than 60%. Therefore, common prostatitis and seminal vesicle inflammation in men may affect the quality of sperm.
- Varicocele
The incidence rate of varicocele in male population is about 10-15%, which will also affect sperm production and quality. 19% ~ 41% of male infertility patients are related to this disease.
- Familial disease
Not only their own diseases, but also their family health, that is, their family history, should be understood to see if there is any possibility of genetic diseases among parents and relatives, especially mental retardation, mental diseases, congenital heart diseases, bone hypoplasia, Marfan syndrome, retinoblastoma, polycystic kidney disease, etc.
The diseases that affect male fertility are far more than those mentioned above. Therefore, when you or a close relative in your family suffers from diseases, it is better to consult a professional doctor in the hospital, carry out corresponding examination and evaluation, carry out treatment under the guidance of the doctor, and formulate a suitable family planning.
It should be pointed out that there is a kind of hereditary disease, whether it is passed on to children or not, which is related to the sex of the fetus (such as hemophilia, which was once prevalent in European royals). At this time, it is necessary to choose the sex of the fetus. Of course, it is illegal in our country to choose the sex of the fetus without sufficient medical basis.
2. Ensure that the arsenal [production capacity] is sufficient and pay attention to a healthy and balanced diet.
Male compatriots must not ignore it. They must ensure a diversified diet. They should not be picky about food or partial to food. They should eat high-quality protein every day, such as dairy products, bean products, fish and shrimp, poultry, etc.
You can eat marine fish 1 ~ 2 times a week to increase the intake of unsaturated fatty acids. At the same time, you should also pay attention to matching meat, shells, laver and other seafood rich in minerals, zinc, selenium and other trace elements, as well as whole grains. Vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins, as well as appropriate amount of fat and sugar that provide energy, three meals must be regular.
3. Eliminate all factors affecting production
Quit smoking and drinking at least three months in advance, not to mention taking drugs and drugs, stay away from bad living habits, work and rest time regularly, and avoid staying up late and overwork. Attention should be paid to your work and living environment, whether there is chemical and heavy metal pollution, and stay away from toxic substances (including secondhand smoke).
Daily work and life should also pay attention to: do not sit for a long time, long-distance cycling, through tight underpants, do not soak in hot bath, sauna for a long time, etc., these habits will affect the formation and quality of sperm. In addition, should also be appropriate exercise to control weight.
Female friend, look at your ovarian base
Pregnancy is a romantic encounter between sperm and egg, So apart from the importance of sperm quality, Eggs are also very important. But unlike sperm, Women’s egg base-the number of follicles in the ovary is born. At the time of birth, the number of immature follicles is about 2 million. Most follicles degenerate in childhood, leaving about 300,000 at puberty. Under normal circumstances, women ovulate an egg every month, and ovulate about 400-500 eggs in their whole life, accounting for about 0.1% of the total.
Every time you ovulate, There will be a batch of follicles developing in the ovary, In the end, only one developed and excreted. Although ovulation occurs every month, But in fact, the follicle has passed 85 days of development, equivalent to three menstrual cycles. Therefore, for female compatriots to prepare for pregnancy, it is also recommended to prepare three months in advance to adjust their body to the best state, which is also conducive to ensuring the quality of follicles.
What specific preparations should be made?
1. Eliminate potential safety hazards and ensure the normal operation of the base.
First of all, if menstruation is abnormal or ovulation disorder exists, it indicates that there is a problem with the development of the egg, so it is necessary to go to the hospital in time, adjust menstruation according to the doctor’s requirements, and do ovulation induction treatment when necessary.
However, I would like to remind you not to take the so-called “Duozi Pills” or other ovulation induction drugs indiscriminately because you want to give birth to twins, which is very dangerous.
In short, when there are problems, don’t be secretive about medical treatment. When there is no problem, let nature take its course.
Even if there are no diseases and symptoms, a comprehensive and systematic pre-pregnancy examination is still needed before preparing for pregnancy, especially for elderly parturients, and there are still some items that need special attention.
After the examination of this system, you can be at ease and prepare for pregnancy. We will introduce the specific what project in detail in the next article.
In addition, Some vaccines are recommended to be confirmed or vaccinated in advance. They include vaccines against measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, diphtheria, poliomyelitis, chickenpox and (where possible) hepatitis. Many women receive these vaccines as children. However, It is important to verify that you have been vaccinated with all the correct vaccines. If you develop these preventable diseases during pregnancy, it may cause problems for you or your baby. In addition, it is recommended to take flu vaccination once a year.
However, certain vaccines cannot be received during pregnancy or within one month before pregnancy. If vaccination is required, please consult a doctor at least one month in advance or make a pregnancy preparation plan after vaccination.
2. Eat a balanced diet and remember to supplement iron and folic acid.
During pregnancy preparation, women’s diet and life requirements are similar to those of men, and a balanced diet. Avoid raw fish and meat because there may be parasites or high heavy metal content.
In addition, Women should pay attention to iron supplement during pregnancy preparation, After pregnancy, the body’s demand for iron increases, Reserve it well in advance. Red meat rich in iron is easier to absorb and utilize in animal liver. It is a good choice to supplement iron during pregnancy preparation. It is suggested to take 50-100g lean meat (pork, beef and mutton) for three meals a day during pregnancy preparation, and eat animal liver 1-2 times a week to increase iron intake. Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, especially varieties rich in vitamin C, which is conducive to iron absorption.
And folic acid, as we all know, Folic acid supplements, at least 0.4 mg a day, are required three months in advance to help prevent some congenital defects, or take multivitamin tablets for pregnant women. New research shows that multivitamin supplements before pregnancy are not only needed for fetal development, but also can help reduce early pregnancy reactions such as nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
3. Eliminate the influence of adverse factors in life on pregnancy preparation,
First of all, it is also necessary to quit smoking and drinking at least 3 months in advance and stay away from toxic and harmful substances. Pay attention to the control of caffeine intake, of course, it is not completely impossible to drink tea and coffee, the total amount of caffeine should not exceed 200 mg per day.
In addition, try to ensure that the BMI of your body weight is within the normal range. If you are overweight, the probability of gestational diabetes mellitus and gestational hypertension will also increase. It will be very hard to control your diet more strictly during pregnancy.
A few more words
For couples preparing for pregnancy, the first thing to do is to ensure a good state of mind. It is very important to have a pleasant mood. Don’t take pregnancy as a task to complete. Excessive mental stress will cause stress infertility. Therefore, we must relax and exercise appropriately.