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Boosting male fertility
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When couples have problems conceiving, it's often assumed it's the woman's fault, but male fertility has been falling steadily since the 1950s. The facts:
- Male sperm counts have halved in the last 50 years
- 1 in 3 couples have problems conceiving
- A man's general health is often overlooked when it comes to conception and fertility problems
- When there's a problem conceiving, the problem is only with the woman in around 35-40% of cases
- When there's a problem conceiving, the problem is with the man in around 30-35% of cases
- 25% of male infertility still remains unexplained
But don't despair. If you're trying for a baby and looking for ways to help boost your man's sperm count, check out our guide to male fertility, with expert advice from fertility expert Zita West.
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Fertility -
How to boost your fertility -
Conception -
Boost your chances of getting pregnant -
Having problems conceiving?
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Have more sex!
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Conception and the pill
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Recognising when you are most fertile
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How fertile are you?
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Keep a diary while you're trying to conceive
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Why can't I get pregnant?
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Am I pregnant? Periods
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