Weight and Fertility: What's the Link?

Optimise your chances of getting pregnant by being in optimal shape

BMI before conception is important as it can affect fertility, cause health problems during pregnancy and affect the future health of the child.

Optimise your chances of getting pregnant by being in optimal shape

To enjoy the highest possible chance of conceiving, you should optimise your pre-pregnancy nutritional status and be in the best metabolic health state possible before pregnancy.

1. Be at your ideal weight before conception

Your BMI status can affect fertility, cause health problems during pregnancy and affect the future health of a child. A little change can make a big difference.

2. Be in perfect balance - Pay attention to the 6 'P's

3. Continue to be physically active

Being physically active can help to improve fertility. Physical activity refers to any activity that will raise the heart rate, increase the pace of breathing and warm up the body.