Before any treatment, small lifestyle changes can meaningfully improve fertility for both partners. None of these are magic, but together they build the healthiest possible foundation.
- Reach a healthy weight — both too low and too high can affect fertility
- Eat a whole-food, Mediterranean-style diet
- Prioritise sleep and manage stress
- Stop smoking and limit alcohol and caffeine
- Understand your fertile window and time intercourse around it
It takes two
Male-factor issues contribute to around half of all cases, so both partners benefit from healthy habits. If conception is taking longer than expected, an evaluation is the fastest route to answers.
Natural steps and medical care are not either/or — they work best together.
Frequently asked questions
Some, like folic acid, are clearly recommended. Others have weaker evidence. Ask your doctor before starting supplements so they fit your specific situation.
