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Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by helpforcouples: 9:30pm On May 03, 2016
Myth 1: GETTING PREGNANT IS EASY

Reality — Statistics tell us a different story. It’s now estimated that one in four couple in Nigeria will have fertility issues over their reproductive lifetime.

Myth 2: SPERM LIVE FOR ONLY A FEW HOURS

Reality — The lifespan of sperm varies from man to man, but in general sperm can survive in utero for about 48 hours. In some rare cases sperm can survive for up to 96 hours

Myth 3: YOU NEED TO ORGASM IN ORDER TO CONCEIVE

Reality — Orgasm is always a plus, and it does aid in contracting the uterus – which definitely helps sperm travel toward the fallopian tubes faster. But even if this doesn’t happen, your baby-making efforts won’t be for naught.

Myth 4: SWALLOWING SEMEN WILL MAKE YOU MORE FERTILE

Reality — Semen definitely has its wacky benefits, but making you more fertile
Isn’t one of them – at least, no studies have proven it so far.

Myth 5: BREASTFEEDING= BIRTH CONTROL

Reality — While it’s definitely true that breastfeeding can keep women period-free for longer and, therefore, less fertile, but not all women see this effect – so relying on breastfeeding as your sole form of birth control isn’t very reliable

Myth 6: LIFTING YOUR LEGS IN THE AIR FOR 20 MINUTES AFTER HAVING SEX WILL HELP YOU GET PREGNANT

Reality — There’s no scientific proof that this will increase your odds of conceiving. But some experts (and common sense) say that staying in bed for a little while after intercourse will help keep semen from leaking out of the vagina — and maybe, help ensure that every last sperm gets a fighting chance at the prize

Myth 7: DOING IT MISSIONARY STYLE IS THE ONLY WAY TO CONCEIVE

Reality– The truth is, the actual position you do it in doesn’t matter much — as long as there’s deep penetration going on and, of course, your man ejaculates, it’s all the same.

Myth 8: YOU SHOULD HAVE SEX EVERY DAY

Reality– This is boring actually. When you are trying to conceive, sex around 3 times a week would be good, to keep the sparks flying and not to miss the days when you are ovulating.

Myth 9: I’VE ALREADY HAD A BABY – I’LL DEFINITELY BE ABLE TO CONCEIVE AGAIN

Reality– It may not be the case. Fertility issues can arise even after giving birth. Factors such as age, diet and drinking habits, lack of exercise and increased stress can lead to difficulties in getting pregnant

Myth 10: INFERTILITY IS A WOMAN’S PROBLEM

Reality– This couldn’t be further from the truth. A couple’s inability to conceive is as much a problem of the sperm
as it is for an egg.

Source: [url]Nordica Fertility Centre[/url]http://nordicalagos.org/top-10-fertility-myths-debunked/ -

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Nobody: 10:04pm On May 03, 2016
Interesting..... grin
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by ilovebbwgirl: 11:06pm On May 03, 2016
Last to comment LTC

debunked this


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWkpTgWCFv0

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Nobody: 11:06pm On May 03, 2016
undecided
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Nobody: 11:06pm On May 03, 2016
Hmmmm


#AmShortOfWords
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by GentleYoung(m): 11:07pm On May 03, 2016
True
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by skup008(m): 11:07pm On May 03, 2016
Nice one.
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by yungpowers(m): 11:08pm On May 03, 2016
No. 10 is very very essential.

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Nobody: 11:08pm On May 03, 2016
And who doesnt know all this before..... Rubbishry

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by surrogatesng: 11:08pm On May 03, 2016
indeed
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Chumani(f): 11:09pm On May 03, 2016
What an awesome write up!

May Almighty Allah bless those seeking for the fruits of the womb with twins, triplets and quadruplets, soonest, Aaamen.

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Olutala(m): 11:09pm On May 03, 2016
undecided cry
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Fabrolistic: 11:10pm On May 03, 2016
shockedshockedshocked
just two comments, and it's alread on front page

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Raphaelgreg040(m): 11:10pm On May 03, 2016
Ladies make una come debate am
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by raheemsterling: 11:10pm On May 03, 2016
Correct
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by epospiky(m): 11:11pm On May 03, 2016
Hmmm...this is kinda encouraging
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Zzyzxt(m): 11:11pm On May 03, 2016
Wow... Interesting write up wink
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Ewatomi26(f): 11:14pm On May 03, 2016
Nice one Op

The last one, pisses me off, when I hear men blame their wives, for not being able to conceive... And the poor woman would start running from pillar to post and then fall victim to fake prophets and Alfas

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by mumu5000(m): 11:14pm On May 03, 2016
Interesting read, nyc write up

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Dahkogrin007(m): 11:16pm On May 03, 2016
I pray dat God shld send sudden blindness to those pple telling us to go do masquerade work....

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by SmithHumble50: 11:17pm On May 03, 2016
OK oo...
Where are the Mythbusters?
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by adezjamz(m): 11:19pm On May 03, 2016
Who this myth don ep?
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by cathodekazim: 11:19pm On May 03, 2016
Alimat wake up, come n read this ooo

I don cum tire

I no dey hear sound

And always callin me 3wks after tht she is feeling the symptoms of pregnancy and 2wks later to tell me she hav seen her period


Btw I love alimat wit all my life

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Viktor1983(m): 11:20pm On May 03, 2016
Dahkogrin007:
I pray dat God shld send sudden blindness to those pple telling us to go do masquerade work....

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by laCapri: 11:27pm On May 03, 2016
Hmmm
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by Nobody: 11:28pm On May 03, 2016
False alarm
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by zena2009(f): 11:29pm On May 03, 2016
Nice topic, well done OP.
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by EMMANTOP1(m): 11:39pm On May 03, 2016
Seen shocked
Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by IamLukas(m): 11:41pm On May 03, 2016
Some men needs to know about that Number 10!

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by ricsman(m): 11:43pm On May 03, 2016
ok
study the pics if u care

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Re: Top 10 Fertility Myths Debunked by saintfizzo(m): 11:49pm On May 03, 2016
Number 2 doesn't apply to 2face grin,bros can survive one month
And number 8 is a lie, I want sex everyday!!!!! cheesy

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