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Liliae
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New, and a question about weight
Liliae
member
Hello ladies!
I've been lurking for about a month now, and have finally decided to come out of the woodwork. My partner and I have been unofficially trying (not counting days or anything) since November, and more officially trying since about Feb. For some reason I was just certain this was our month- I went so far as to begin researching Dr.s and hospitals (we're moving in 2 weeks so I'll need a Gyno). Obviously, it didn't happen and AF showed up today. My boyfriend said "It'll happen when it's our time" and "There's always next month." True, but not entirely helpful .
Anyway, my question is this: Does his weight make a difference? I've read conflicting things online, some say it's only the mother's weight that can make a big difference, some say it's both. Neither of us are at our ideal weights, but he's got about 140LB to lose and is convinced that it's his fault we're not getting pregnant.
Thanks for any advice ladies!
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Re: New, and a question about weight
Sorry I don't have any info on weight issues regarding the man while TTC, but just wanted to say welcome and GL.
Are you charting?
I'm not charting yet, We're moving from Oklahoma to North Carolina on the 6th of June and right now that's taking all my time and energy.
However, I plan to start the cycle after this one, when we'll be more settled and the house looks less like a warzone.
The healthier you both are, the better. I'd say talk to your doctor, but I bet that if you're even the slightest bit overweight he/she will tell you to lose some. I know that's what they would say to me!
GL!
Yeah, we both need to go on the "Stop eating crap diet," I was just hoping I could reassure him a little bit
In his mind that fact that we're not getting pregnant is his fault.
We signed up for online weight watchers, now it's a matter of driving by, not to, Burger King everyday.
Once you break the fast food habit, you really find that you don't crave it as much anymore. Don't get me wrong, I'll get a big urge every once and awhile for Taco Bell or BK, but it's rare and I usually don't give in. And usually if I do, i'll totally get a stomach ache after I eat it...because it is just so bad for you! So that makes me not want it again for quite awhile.
I'm heard a lot of good things about weight watchers. Hope that can be a good plan for you guys!
First off welcome and I wish you Good luck,?
it takes the average couple 6 months - a year to concieve.
weight can have an effect but I believe it has more of an effect if the woman is overweight on cycle regulation. I could be wrong though. I would recommend you both try to get on a healthy lifestyle before becoming pregnant as it will be easier to maintain when you do become pregnant.?
Welcome & GL.
Obviously the more in shape you both are the better for your health & your TTC success. However, this is not a guarantee, nor is it impossible to get pregnant if you are overweight or even obese.
FWIW, I am considered morbidly obese, yet I have very regular, apparently ovulatory cycles; my B/W, etc. is normal too. However, my DH's sperm have low motility & morphology which has nothing to do with weight; he's also not obese but could stand to lose 20 lbs.
My DH was also convinced he had issues, even before we started TTC. I have no idea why, just this fear he had because we both want children so badly. My DH is of normal weight, so I can't relate there, but just have DH know he's not alone out there. For us it turns out my body is the one that isn't fully functioning; I have PCOS.
I think it's normal to worry about it, but as some of the other girls replied, it takes a healthy couple an average of 6 months to conceive, so I think you're just fine.
Mrs.BoomBoom,
Her DH is thinking it's all his fault, not her!! OOPS!!
And being married doesn't always have to come before getting pregnant. I believe it's the right choice for me and MY FAMILY, but it may not be for her and her family.