Baby Bump Lust: Boost Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

Read these tips on conceiving.

Got Baby Fever? - So you’ve decided that it’s time to have a baby! Congrats! But getting pregnant isn’t always easy and takes time and preparation. It’s recommended that both mother and father spend three months in advance getting their preconception health on check. Here’s some tips on how to improve your chances of having to eat for two. By Kellee Terrell

1 / 6

Got Baby Fever? - So you’ve decided that it’s time to have a baby! Congrats! But getting pregnant isn’t always easy and takes time and preparation. It’s recommended that both mother and father spend three months in advance getting their preconception health on check. Here’s some tips on how to improve your chances of having to eat for two. By Kellee Terrell

080615-B-Real-Baby-Lump-Lust.jpg

2 / 6

Got Baby Fever?

Say No to Booze and Smoking - Clearly, we know that liquor and smoking is not good for a baby when it’s growing inside you, but it’s not great for you while you are trying to get pregnant either. So say no to vino and ciggies. (Photo: ZeroCreatives/Corbis)

3 / 6

Say No to Booze and Smoking

Have Sex, But Don’t Overdo It - There seems to be this misconception that if you want to get pregnant, you have to go at it like jackrabbits every day during ovulation. Not so, says Web MD. Sperm can live in your body for 72 hours. They suggest having sex when you’re ovulating and when you’re not to increase your chances of getting pregnant. (Photo: Klaus Tiedge/Blend Images/Corbis)

4 / 6

Have Sex, But Don’t Overdo It

Take a Nap - You, my dear, are not a machine. Exhaustion is enough to rob anyone of their glow — even you. Aim for at least seven hours of sleep every single day and feel renewed. (Photo: Mother Image/Rana Faure/Corbis)

5 / 6

Get Your ZZZs

You Gotta Be Patient - Some women can get pregnant the first month trying. For others, it takes a year. If you are having difficulties, talk to your doctor about your options and strategies you can make to increase your chances. (Photo: CI2/Cavan Images/Corbis)

6 / 6

You Gotta Be Patient