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Worried About Conceiving?
Simple Changes Can Increase Your Chances of Conception
By Megan L. Fowler
"Blood pressure should be well controlled, and women with hypertension should consult their OB/GYN or high-risk obstetrician for preconception counseling," Dr. Chang says. "Obesity is also a risk factor for gestational diabetes during pregnancy."
Kick the Caffeine
While it isn't totally clear whether or not caffeine has any correlation with infertility, it is probably best to avoid it. Some studies indicate it can increase chances for early-pregnancy miscarriages, while others have shown it can have benefits by improving semen motility. 
Caffeine stimulates your heart, respiratory system and central nervous system and has similar effects on your mind and body as stress. It raises blood pressure, affects your sleep patterns and can become more addictive than you might think. (Plus it causes more frequent trips to the ladies room!) All in all, those extra stimuli are stresses you don't need. You've already got enough on your mind.
Don't Overdo Exercise
Your mother always told you too much of a good thing isn't always good, and yes, exercise can fall under this category. While some of us don't consider exercise to be a "good thing" but rather a "necessary evil," it is still important to understan how your workouts may or may not affect your chances of getting pregnant.Want to see more?
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