Recommendations on egg soup to conceive

The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Truong Nghia Binh - Obstetrician-Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.

Couples who are expecting a baby often choose to watch for ovulation to conceive. However, if done incorrectly, not only is the egg soup ineffective, but it also makes the couple's psychology more stressful.

Sperm have a lifespan of 3-5 days when living in the vaginal environment of a woman. Eggs have a shorter lifespan, can only live 12-24 hours. Therefore, the most fertile time in a woman's menstrual cycle is the day before ovulation. Couples who are trying to conceive should have sex several times during this time to increase their chances of getting pregnant. Therefore, watching ovulation to conceive will help women be more proactive in planning their pregnancy. Ovulation is a phenomenon that occurs in a woman's body, each month a woman's body produces a certain number of eggs. For women with regular menstrual cycles, ovulation can be calculated according to the menstrual cycle. However, for women whose menstrual cycle is too long, too short or unstable, the above calculation is not accurate. At that time, it is possible to estimate the day of ovulation through some signs of the body (hyperthermia, vaginal discharge,...), or using ovulation test strips, follicle ultrasound,...
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In fact, many couples do not understand correctly or lack information about the time of ovulation to conceive, leading to inappropriate implementation. This can even reduce the chances of getting pregnant, which is costly, time consuming and unnecessarily stressful for couples who are expecting a baby day by day.
2.1. The best time to have intercourse to get pregnant Here's what you need to know from the point of view of evidence-based medicine (NICE, 2013):
"The best time window" for intercourse to get pregnant is within 6 days: 5 days before ovulation and the day of ovulation. An egg after ovulation is most likely to be fertilized in the first 12 hours (up to 24 hours after ovulation). The most fertile day of intercourse is 2 days before ovulation.

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Vertical axis is the probability of getting pregnant/1 time of intercourse The horizontal axis is the day of intercourse calculated according to the day of ovulation (day 0). Studies have shown that:
The most fertile days of intercourse are the two days before ovulation [i.e. day (-1) and day (-2)]. Having intercourse on the day of ovulation is equivalent to having 1 intercourse 3 days before ovulation. For women with a relatively regular menstrual cycle, ovulation is usually around 14 days before their period returns. The frequency of intercourse most likely to get pregnant is every 2-3 days. Long-term abstinence will reduce the chances of pregnancy. Measures such as temperature monitoring, "ovulation stick" tests, and ultrasound of the follicles have not been shown to increase the chances of pregnancy. It is also costly, stressful and can reduce pregnancy rates by skipping the most fertile days (1-2 days before ovulation). 2.2. Ovarian broth Ovarian broth, also known as oocyte broth, is an empiric treatment. Few books have proven to be effective.
Follicle ultrasound does not induce ovulation, but only monitors the follicles on the ovary. In addition, cysts seen on ultrasound do not necessarily have eggs inside. Ultrasonography of the follicles is usually only highly accurate in retrospective, ie knowing that ovulation has already occurred when the follicle collapses. After ovulation, the chances of having intercourse to get pregnant are very low. Ovulation ultrasound usually uses a contraceptive condom over the transvaginal transducer. These condoms all contain a lot of lubricating oil, which has a very high spermicidal effect. Repeated ultrasound will cause this oil to accumulate in the vagina and have a "preventive" effect. Ovulation ultrasound tends to cause couples to delay intercourse and miss the most favorable time to get pregnant. Women also spend less time commuting, spend more money on ultrasound, and tend to be more stressed.

According to doctors, the day of ovulation can be estimated based on several methods of calculating the day of ovulation. Couples who only need to watch for ovulation to conceive, and have regular intercourse during the "pregnancy window" (6 days, preferably 1-2 days before ovulation) are likely to become pregnant. highest, least expensive, less stressful, less time consuming.
In addition, the "ultrasound of the follicles" should be limited. Some couples, because they are so impatient, often go for a prenatal ultrasound. However, ultrasonography of follicular monitoring should only be performed when ovarian stimulators are used and the frequency of ultrasound should be limited.
If the couple is newly married and has a normal relationship but still does not get pregnant, there is no need to worry too much. If this condition lasts for more than 1 year for girls < 35 years old and more than 6 months for women > 35 years old, the couple will worry about the possibility of infertility and infertility.
On the other hand, some young people after marriage may change their living habits, eating habits, moods, emotions, environment... so it can create a small change in hormone balance. This can completely affect the time of ovulation and the menstrual cycle of a woman, making menstruation appear earlier or later.
To be more assured about their reproductive health, it is best for couples to go to an obstetrician-gynecologist to get the best advice from doctors on the time of ovulation to increase the likelihood of successful conception.
To prepare for a healthy pregnancy, both husband and wife should check their reproductive health 3-5 months before becoming pregnant.
The wife should:
Get vaccinated before pregnancy (especially against rubella because rubella in pregnancy is extremely dangerous ) Genetic testing to screen for genetic diseases before pregnancy Check for secondary infections In particular, women over 35 years of age, if they want to become pregnant (especially if they have never been pregnant), will have to have a very detailed health check because pregnancy at this age often problems: Ovarian failure, premature birth, higher risk of birth defects, placenta previa, preeclampsia. The husband should:
Check reproductive health, detect diseases of testicular atrophy, physiological weakness, weak sperm... Sexually transmitted diseases, especially those that cannot be cured, are extremely dangerous. Vinmec currently has many comprehensive health care programs for couples, pregnant mothers and their unborn babies, including basic pre-marital examination packages, advanced pre-marital examination packages, and maternity packages. . Vinmec has a team of experienced doctors in the fields of obstetrics and gynecology, IVF, stem cells, gene technology, capable of synchronously and comprehensively deploying the most advanced assisted reproductive techniques today.
For specific information about fertility and maternity packages at Vinmec, please contact the hospitals and clinics of Vinmec health system nationwide.
Doctor Truong Nghia Binh has over 13 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology, has high expertise and long experience in the diagnosis and treatment of Obstetrics and Gynecology diseases.