Dr. Molly Quinn was recently quoted in an article written by Megan Cahn for The Bump titled “10 Things To Avoid When Trying To Get Pregnant.”
Preparing for pregnancy can be fun and exciting – but waiting for those two little pink lines can also cause a considerable amount of anxiety. While everybody’s different and focusing on your individual experience is key, there are a few tips that can potentially help you conceive faster and start your baby journey off on a healthier note.
While a cup of morning joe can be blissful, you might want to reevaluate the amount of caffeine you eat and drink when trying to get pregnant. Molly Quinn, MD, FACOG, a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at HRC Fertility Pasadena, says having a cup of coffee or tea a day is totally okay when trying to conceive (and during pregnancy). But it’s a good idea to steer clear of having over 200 milligrams of caffeine a day, as that could potentially affect your fertility. That said, the evidence regarding the link between caffeine and fertility is mixed, and it’s best to consult with your doctor.
The article goes on to discuss other things to avoid when trying to conceive such as heavy drinking, smoking, drug use, fatty foods, and sleep deprivation. To learn more, read the article in its entirety here.