Getting Pregnant: The Supplements That Help

Using natural ways to improve your fertility is nothing new, and many couples trying for a baby will often look at taking vitamins or herbs to help improve their odds of conceivng. This article will go over the top four supplements that may improve your chances of falling pregnant.

Vitex (Agnus Castus / Chasteberry)

Vitex can help balance your hormones, which is why its particularly beneficial for women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or women who have a luteal phase defect (the time between ovulation and menstruation which is mean to be 11 days or longer).

It takes around three to four months for it to help balance your reproductive hormones before you will really notice much difference but its safe to take Vitex throughout your whole cycle so its worth adding to your fertility arsenal.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is an essential vitamin if you are having trouble conceiving because it can improve the length of your luteal phase, your cervical fluid and help balance your hormones. Many women don’t get enough Vitamin B6 in today’s diets which can negatively affect fertility.

Many women don’t even realise that they could be Vitamin B6 deficient when trying to conceive. If you are lacking in Vitamin B6 then it’s very likely that you are estrogen dominant and you need to balance your hormones.

Just adding 60mg per day is enough to improve many womens chances of conceiving.

Dong Quai (Angelica Sinensis Root)

If you have circulation problems then Dong Quai will be able to improve that, especially when it comes to the reproductive system. This is why it’s beneficial to fertility because you need good blood movement to carry the necessary hormones through the blood stream during the various phases of your cycle.

Evening Primrose Oil

Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) is great for improving your cervical fluid which is needed for optimal fertility. It also contains lots of essential fatty acids which can reduce menstrual cramping. If you are taking it when you are trying to conceive it is recommended to use in the first half of the cycle, up to ovulation, only.