Here are a few:
Myth
He’s already a father, he does not have fertility problems
Reality
The male fertility is finite. The concentration of mobile and healthy semen decreases as a man ages. The volume of semen also decreases.
Myth
Being on birth control pill for too long delays pregnancy
Reality
Reports show that there is no truth to this myth. The female ovulation cycle returns to normal when intake of birth control pills is stopped.
Myth
Missionary is the best position for conception
Reality
There is no scientific evidence regarding a particular position being better to get pregnant. The sperms are chemically motivated to reach the female egg.
Myth
Smoking does not affect fertility
Reality
Believe it or not, smoking even a couple cigarettes a day can lower fertility rates in both men and women.
Myth
Having sex everyday decreases a man’s sperm count
Reality
If a man has a normal sperm count, sperm concentration does not decrease because of daily sex.
Myth
Coffee does not affect fertility
Reality
It has been proven that caffeine decreases fertility, so you will need to limit the intake.
Myth
Supplements before pregnancy are only for women
Reality
Everybody knows that folic acid is important for women who are trying to conceive as it helps prevent birth defects in the foetus. But what many do not know is that folic acid is a very crucial element in male fertility too.
