Who says men have it easy when it comes to conceiving the next generation? Although men’s preparation for pregnancy is not as complicated as women’s, but there are also a lot of instructions. When it comes to the “golden age” of fertility, most people will think of women, in fact, men also have the “golden age” of fertility. Generally speaking, 20 to 40 years old, men’s physical function is relatively good, sperm quality is higher, so it is best to have children before the age of 35. The growth cycle of sperm is more than 70 days, so it is recommended to start preparing for pregnancy 3 to 6 months in advance. Strictly speaking, however, preparation for pregnancy should start when you are a child. A couple with good lifestyle habits and good health will produce healthier children. The first thing a couple should do when they have a “baby-making plan” is to have a medical checkup. Pre-conception checkups are the best way to ensure a healthy baby. For men, there are three key things to focus on: 1, the overall health of the body, such as whether the liver and kidney function is normal, high blood pressure and so on. 2, the reproductive system health status. 2. The health of the reproductive system. Human growth and development, reproductive processes are regulated by the hypothalamus – pituitary – gonadal axis, the examination of reproductive endocrine and semen, is an important reference for men to prepare for pregnancy. 3, people with tuberculosis, hepatitis B and other infectious diseases, etc., should also go to do the appropriate special examination to see whether it is suitable for pregnancy at this time. People with a history of genetic diseases should also seek professional doctors to see if they are suitable for having offspring. Therefore, before preparing for pregnancy, not just a semen check to see the sperm count and sperm vitality can be, need to understand our health status in more detail. Sperm has 3 “killers” It is very important to have quality sperm to produce healthy babies. Sperm is very sensitive, in addition to long-term smoking, alcoholism, pregnant men should also pay attention to stay away from the following major sperm “killer”. 1, high temperature. Scrotum than the abdominal cavity temperature is one or two degrees lower, which is to let the testicles within the sperm growth process is more suitable temperature, but life, sauna, hot springs, wear tight pants, long time riding a bicycle, put the laptop on the thighs and other “heating” behavior, may harm the testicles, affecting the quality of spermatozoa. 2, plasticizers and other chemical poisons. Toxic substances are also sperm “enemy”. Benzene, formaldehyde, plasticizers, heavy metals and other chemical harmful ingredients should be avoided. It is especially worth mentioning that plasticizers will interfere with endocrine, leading to a reduction in the number of male sperm and reduced mobility, increased deformity rate. Therefore, care must be taken to select quality plastic containers, decorative materials, toiletries and make-up products to reduce the exposure to plasticizers. 3. Reproductive infections. The reproductive health of men and women is a basic prerequisite for pregnancy preparation. Prostatitis, seminal vesiculitis, urethritis, orchitis, epididymitis and other reproductive infections will increase the malformation rate of sperm. Therefore, men with such problems should see a doctor as early as possible and follow his advice. 4 Good Habits to Help Conception Good living habits are very important for conceiving a healthy baby. When preparing for pregnancy, you should adhere to the following four good habits to keep your body in the best condition. 1. Exercise moderately. A study by the University of Cordoba in Spain found that men who regularly exercise moderately have stronger indicators of semen than men who don’t like to exercise. Frequent exercise can improve the speed of sperm swimming, so that sperm vitality is stronger. It is recommended to exercise 3 times a week, half an hour to an hour each time, swimming, jogging, etc. are good choices, but the exercise should not be excessive, marathon, long time cycling, etc. but will make the sperm quality worse. Men with varicose veins and other problems should exercise under the guidance of a doctor. 2, less stay up late. Sleep is not good, may even make out with the lover’s desire will be reduced, erectile function will also be affected. Men who stay up late and don’t get enough sleep for a long time will experience a decline in physical function and resistance to disease. It is recommended to go to bed before 11 o’clock every day and sleep enough for 6 to 8 hours. 3, keep a good mood. In the clinic, I often meet some young people who intend to give birth, they see a variety of problems from the Internet, either too much attention to follow too many of the so-called “Golden Rule”, or too worried about “difficult to make a man”, the birth of a child is not healthy enough to be smart, to make themselves particularly nervous, in fact, the big problem is that the child is not healthy enough to be smart, but also to make himself very nervous. The fact that you are making yourself particularly nervous is not necessary. During the preparation for pregnancy, we must maintain a good state of mind, because nervousness and anxiety will increase the difficulty of childbirth, which will be unfavorable to the future baby. Even if you are facing some problems with your reproductive health, you don’t need to be too nervous. 4, regular sex. Some studies have found that couples who have sex twice a week have a relatively higher chance of getting pregnant than couples who have sex occasionally. If your wife has a regular menstrual cycle, then the possibility of conception during ovulation is definitely greater. Of course, we do not need to deliberately pursue the “best sex time” to get pregnant, which can easily lead to too much mental tension, but is not conducive to conception. Two things to eat less “male preparation for the first three months must supplement folic acid”, “to eat more leeks, oysters and other ‘essence’ food” … … …There are all kinds of sayings circulating about how to eat for male preparation for pregnancy. In fact, the most important thing is to do the following. Diet should be varied. Although a study in the United States found that there is a relationship between sperm quality and folic acid, the conclusion needs to be supported by further research evidence. In fact, folic acid is also commonly found in foods such as leafy vegetables, fruits and legumes, which can be equally supplemented through diet. During the preparation for pregnancy, the key is not to eat more so-called “sperm-supporting foods”, but to ensure balanced nutrition: a variety of food types, and a variety of nutrients should be available. Every day should eat enough 5 different fruits and vegetables, meat, dairy products, soy products, whole grains and so on a not less. 1. Quit smoking as early as possible. Tobacco contains a variety of chemical carcinogens and toxic substances. A large number of studies have shown that smoking has an adverse effect on male testes and reproductive cells, not only affecting the quality of male sperm and damaging its DNA integrity, but also increasing the risk of respiratory diseases such as asthma in infants, and may even affect the fertility of the next generation. 2, abstain from alcohol. Alcohol will have a negative impact on the spermatogenic cells in the testes, which will easily cause sperm deformity rate to rise. If a large amount of alcohol is consumed over a long period of time, the alcohol enters the bloodstream of the fetus and will cause it to develop poorly. Although sperm have a certain growth cycle, and if you get pregnant again 3 months after getting drunk, the sperm will be newborn and will not be harmed by alcohol. However, the human body is very complex, and the damage caused by a bad lifestyle is cumulative and irreversible, so it is important to change the bad habits in your life before it is too late. Two things have to be eaten sparingly. Cottonseed oil contains the ingredient “Cotton Phenol”, which can damage spermatogenic cells, affecting human fertility, and can even be used as a contraceptive ingredient. Cottonseed oil should therefore be avoided. Celery has a negative effect on male fertility and should be eaten sparingly by men who intend to have children. Preparing for pregnancy should have “father consciousness” in the clinic have seen a lot of fertility problems plagued by patients, some only eat kippers and crabs, other meats are rejected; some told me that “half a year did not find the right time to have sex”. On the matter of men’s preparation for pregnancy, there are indeed many misconceptions, too much attention to some, not at all serious about it. In fact, good habits are the wealth of a man’s life, should be maintained at any time. But too many people usually do not pay attention to, wait until you want to have a child before the “practice”. After the child is born, and then do not take it seriously, continue to smoke, drink, stay up late, “tossing” their health. More importantly, men can’t just “create” without “raising”. When you plan to have children, you must have a strong sense of “fatherhood”. When we have not yet given birth to a child, we are always the child ourselves, and when we have a child, we are the parent. Everything we say and do affects the next generation. It is important to realize that a healthy lifestyle is never just about preparing for pregnancy. A healthy baby is born with the same need for parents to teach by example. Fertility is a natural part of human reproduction. We should adhere to the dialectical scientific point of view, pay attention to what should be paid attention to, but do not be too nervous, all things follow the rules and regulations. As long as you develop good living habits, keep your mood happy, and try to avoid all kinds of harmful factors, I believe that you will be able to give birth to a healthy and lovely baby.