The decision of having a baby is big and it must be thought of in advance. More than that, a woman must make some changes in her life before getting pregnant. But the changes depend on each case, as some are already prepared. The things that need to be done in advance include changes in diet, in lifestyle, quitting some bad habits, incorporating some new types of food in a meal and more. But once you take things step by step, you will notice a significant improvement of how you feel and your body will be prepared for conceiving a baby. There is a thorough planning and preparing that must be considered and both partners should be prepared emotionally, physically and psychologically. In order to have a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby, some changes must be done.

From the time you decided to have a baby, you need to be more aware of what you eat and to control your weight. Underweight or overweight women face difficulties when it comes to having a baby. This is why it is important to have a normal BMI in order to keep track of ovulation and to succeed in getting pregnant. Everything you eat goes directly or indirectly to your baby and his/her development. There are certain foods that should definitely be avoided, as they can lead to complications with the baby and developing some problems in his/her growth. Food that usually contains soy and soybeans should be avoided. Estrogen is present in soybeans and it can lead to an imbalance of hormones, affecting the ovulation and the production of eggs. A few months before you are trying to have a baby, you should stop eating soybeans. Lunch meats and bologna are not indicated for women who are trying to conceive. Also, peanut butter, spinach interferes with the calcium level in the body, which is essential for the development of the baby. Fizzy drinks, soda and sugary drinks and foods need to be avoided as much as possible. These affect the sugar in blood and can imbalance the level of the reproductive hormones. Those who drink a lot of caffeine should know that is not healthy for this major decision. But if you really can’t stand without a morning coffee, do not exceed the limit. Not to mention more serious complications that drugs, alcohol and smoking cause. The father should also consider quitting smoking, as it can lead to infertility and thus, harder times to conceive a baby. Raw or uncooked meat, eggs and other aliments should be strictly avoided. Certain types of cheese, such as soft cheeses, need to be avoided. Raw fish, such as sushi should be avoided as much as possible. It will help prevent possible food poisoning that can be harmful to the fetus. Many doctors and specialists recommend avoiding foods that are made with white flour. Instead, you can substitute it with whole grains that will improve the digestive system. White flower foods make it difficult for the body to get rid of toxins and it can make the conception process harder.

One important aspect that all women and men should avoid when trying to conceive is stress. Stress can cause serious problems with fertility and those under pressure will have trouble at this aspect. Learning how to relax is the key. Medication is not indicated, so there are other methods through which one can learn to relax, meditation, breathing exercises, yoga, and certain sports and so on. Drinking alcohol is not beneficial in a healthy lifestyle, but it isn’t surely recommended when trying to conceive. In fact, both partners should avoid alcohol as much as possible. It affects the liver, which has the basic function of eliminating toxins and hormones. The sperm quality and quantity can be seriously affected.

Knowing what things to avoid while trying to get pregnant is essential, but it also matters greatly to know what type of foods to consume in order to assure the maximum health for the body. The body will go under some changes and this is why it is important to be prepared for what is coming on the way. In many situations, if the woman has some deficiencies of certain vitamins and minerals, the doctor will prescribe some supplements. Whether you are trying to get pregnant, you should consult your doctor and see exactly if you are prepared, what changes you should make and so on. There are also many restrictions when it comes to medication, as most of them should be avoided. More natural treatments can be used instead. During pregnancy as well, there are a lot of things to avoid and things to incorporate in one’s diet and life. The decision of having a baby is grand and it will affect both partners. A parent to be must always focus on the health of the baby and must do everything possible to have a healthy pregnancy and birth.