Vitamin D.
Studies on fertility show that women who are vitamin D deficient have lower implantation rates and that, when vitamin D levels are boosted to normal range, implantation rates improve. About 80 percent of women may have some vitamin D insufficiency.
The key here is blood sugar control to support implantation and early embryo development, so limit the junk and focus on real, nutrient-dense food. Fermented and probiotic-containing foods may also be beneficial (yogurt, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, pickles, miso, tempeh, kimchi, sourdough).
It is thought that vitamin D is important for the implantation of an embryo to the lining of the womb and deficiency of vitamin D may reduce the chances of pregnancy from in vitro fertilization treatment. Vitamin D is categorized in to three groups; normal vitamin D, insufficient vitamin D and deficient vitamin D.
Progesterone is what stabilizes the uterine lining and makes it “sticky” enough for an embryo to attach. Without enough progesterone, it can be more difficult for an embryo to successfully implant. Progesterone stabilizes the uterine lining and makes it “sticky” enough for an embryo to attach.
It's recommended that you avoid strenuous physical activities like heavy weight-lifting or high-impact cardio during your two-week wait as it could lead to uterine contractions and affect the implantation process. After the first few days of our waiting period, you can do some light exercising like walking or swimming.
In addition to increasing the risk of miscarriage, vitamin B12 deficiency can also have a negative impact on your ovulatory cycle and experience chronic implantation issues.
Vitamin B6 is linked to fertility in two ways. First, it contributes to the luteal phase of the ovulation cycle. That is the period in which the uterine wall thickens and prepares for the embryo to implant. Second, B6 lowers the level of homocysteine, an amino acid that is associated with heart disease risk.
That said, studies show and many doctors recommend that women who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant, or are lactating should consume higher levels of vitamin D (between 50-100 mcg daily).
To achieve successful implantation, the uterus should undergo structural and functional remodeling. Estrogen and progesterone are the master hormones mediating these changes. Estrogen and progesterone bind to their respective nuclear receptors.
In fact, a lack of physical activity contributes to thin uterine lining. Exercise helps the body in a number of ways and something as simple as walking can actually thicken the uterine lining. Try to be more active and get at least 15-20 minutes of physical activity into the daily schedule.
During the two-week wait, it's better to err on the side of caution. Avoid having a drink, smoking, or any other activity that could be harmful to a brand new pregnancy. It's fine to continue exercising if you already have a workout routine, but now might not be the time to take up a new, intense form of exercise.
Magnesium also helps decrease inflammation.
If you are trying to conceive with IVF, this means that having a diet rich in magnesium can improve your chances of a successful embryo transfer. This is because you are lowering your overall inflammation and increasing the chances of implantation.
If you're wondering how much vitamin B6 you and your partner should be taking to increase your chances of conception, the answer is, it depends. Recommended fertility dosages (in terms of supplementation) vary for both men and women based on their diet. The daily dose of vitamin B6 that you need to aim for is 1.4 mg.
Folic acid: Low folate is associated with a 47% increased risk of miscarriage; having both low folate and low vitamin B6 increase miscarriage risk by 310%.
CoQ10 is a source of energy for the eggs, supporting both egg maturation and embryo quality. The energy contained within the egg supports embryo growth for the first 7 – 10 days of life, from the moment of fertilization through implantation.
Conclusion. Our study provides clear evidence that FA is essential in successful implantation by providing favorable receptive environment to receive the implantation-competent blastocyst for a successful pregnancy.
In fact, women taking 800 mcg of supplemental folic acid daily – instead of the standard 400 mcg found in most prenatal vitamins – have shown significantly better fertility outcomes, including higher implantation rates, higher clinical pregnancy rates, and a 20% higher probability of live birth.
Exercise can impact body weight, and studies suggest that weight (both low and high) can affect the amount of time it can take to conceive.
Science says, not exactly. In the 1900s, some experts came up with the idea of the “upsuck theory,” which essentially hypothesized that the uterine contractions that occur during an orgasm propel semen into the vaginal canal. But many studies have since proven that an orgasm is unlikely to factor into conception.