One of the greatest achievements of a lifetime is getting pregnant and bringing a new life into being. For some women this happens quickly and easily. For others it may take a lot longer and the harder they try the more frustrating it becomes.

Sadly, many women have the mistaken idea that they will conceive immediately, and in many cases this just doesn't happen. There are a few things that you can do, and others that you should not do if you aren't getting pregnant as soon as you think you should.

Here are some Trying To Conceive Tips :

Don't rush off to your doctor thinking that something is wrong if you don't get pregnant right away. Give your body time, have patience, and don't panic. Relax and enjoy the intimacy between you and your partner.

Get to know your body and learn how to track your ovulation cycle. Have sex regularly. Chances are if you have relations once or twice a week you will greatly increase your ability to conceive. You have better odds of getting pregnant if you have sexbeforeovulation. Many couples get a little confused as to which time is better.

Practicing a healthy lifestyle is very important. Eat healthy foods and get plenty of exercise. Try to avoid stress while you are attempting to get pregnant. Don't look at sex as a "job." Relax and enjoy your partner and try not to have the issue of pregnancy on your mind at all times. Thinking about whether or not you will conceive each time you have sex takes the pleasure out of the act, and puts additional stress on your mind and body.

There are some things that you shouldnotdo during the time you are trying to get pregnant.

• Don't smoke! Believe it or not, tobacco and nicotine can actually change the cervical mucus. This may prevent the sperm from getting to the egg. Smoking only adds to the risk of having a miscarriage. If youdobecome pregnant, smoking deprives the fetus of much needed oxygen. If you smoke now, ask your doctor for help in quitting.
  
  
• Drinking any alcoholic beverages is certainly out of the question whether you are trying to get pregnant, or have already become so.
  
  
• Never take any medications that you haven't discussed with your doctor. There are some medications that you can get over the counter that can interfere with your ability to get pregnant.

Enjoy your partner, relax, and don't let the idea of becoming pregnant become your main focus.