Trying to Conceive a Boy

Many people have different thoughts about trying to conceive a man. Some of these are based on myths, some are science-based, and some have no basis at all. While there is nothing guaranteed when trying to conceive a man who will get the results you want, there are a few steps you can take to try and improve your chances. You may want to discuss some of these methods for trying to conceive a man with your doctor, as this may affect your health.

Alkalinity - There is some speculation that a pH balance in a woman's vagina may affect a man's pregnancy. The male sperm cannot handle the acid, so it is for the benefit of the woman to make the vagina more alkaline. There are several ways you can do this when trying to conceive a man such as a diet and using a banana.

Diet - To make vagina more friendly to men's sperm, women should eat a high sodium diet when trying to conceive a man. This can only be a week or two before ovulation, and then he can return to the normal diet, as high sodium is not good for anyone. This includes foods such as chips, pretzels, or other processed foods. You want to avoid foods high in calcium and magnesium, as this will neutralize the matter and move the vagina even further into the acidic environment, which favors the female sperm and is not useful when trying to conceive a man.

Douche - Using bananas made with baking soda will help make the vagina more boy-friendly. Use two tablespoons baking soda in warm water. Cover with a napkin and wait for 10 minutes to fully dissolve. While you wait, make sure you wash your hands carefully. You can buy douche kits at the drugstore and make sure they rinse well, as many of these kits are acidic. You may want to consult your doctor before doing this as douching has been associated with vaginal infections, and other complications.

Ovulation - Determining when you ovulate can help you determine the best time for sex when you are pregnant. Male sperm can swim faster, but they do not last long, so it is recommended not to exceed 12, or 24 hours, before ovulation when trying to conceive a man. You also do not want to have sex for more than 12 hours after ovulation. If you have sex outside this window, use a condom.

While science has been able to determine a few things, nothing is 100% uncertain, no matter what you do. In chatting with just a few people, you might find someone who takes the time to learn what to do as they try to conceive a man and end up with a girl.

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