Natural Gender Selection Flashcards
Andro-Sperm
- Sperm carrying Y chromosomes; 2. smaller, weaker, faster; 3. do not survive as long (more fragile); 4. better survival in an alkaline environment
Gyno-Sperm
- sperm carrying X chromosomes; 2. larger, stronger, slower; 3. survive longer (hardier); 4. better survival in an acidic environment
Tips For Conceiving Boys
Timing for intercourse– 1. Have intercourse 24 hrs. before ovulation to 12 hrs after ovulation to increase chances of having a boy; Making vaginal environment more hospitable to “boy” sperm– 2. Douching with water and baking soda to make the environment more alkaline and boy-friendly; Sexual Positioning– 1. Deep Penetration which places the sperm closer to the cervix to increase the chances of having a boy (cervical mucous is more alkaline); Having orgasms during intercourse– when women achieve orgasm during sex, their bodies produce a substance that makes the vagina more alkaline; Foods to eat: 1. eating breakfast every morning, 2. eating foods that contain potassium, vitamins B-12, C, and E, 3. Higher daily energy intake (an additional 400 calories)
Tips for conceiving Girls
timing for intercourse– 1. have intercourse 3-4 days before ovulation to increase chances of having a girl; making vaginal environment more hospitable to “girl” sperm– 2. Douching with water and white vinegar to make the environment more acidic and girl-friendly; Sexual Positioning– 2. shallow penetration which places sperm in the acidic environment of the vagina to increase chances of having a girl
Important Points
consult gynecologist before trying any of these methods, there’s a 50% chance you will have the gender you want, there’s no 100% guarantee success rate in using any of these gender selection methods