Natural Gender Selection Techniques

Over the last 25 years or so, huge advances have been made in the field of gender selection and experts are in little doubt that this is a much sought-after service. However, like many optional services, it comes at a price with gender selection clinics charging many thousands of dollars, with no absolute guarantee of a successful pregnancy. In addition, the practice is outlawed in some countries and this has lead many couples to look towards natural gender selection techniques. At a gender selection clinic, the techniques used are undoubtedly invasive, time consuming and costly, often involving stays away from home, time off work and sometimes several cycles before a pregnancy is achieved. However, there is no doubt that if the outcome is a successful one, then the outcome outweighs the cost and inconvenience. The techniques used are often as follows:-* Several eggs are extracted from the mother and are fertilized using the father’s sperm* These eggs remain in a lab for 3 days, after which they should have developed into 8-celled embryos* The eggs are screened for genetic problems and to determine the gender* Healthy embryos of the desired gender are implanted* “Surplus” embryos may be frozen for future useHowever, for those of us for whom using clinics are not an option, natural gender selection techniques can be used and there is evidence to suggest that these can have very high success rates. In addition, some couples do feel uncomfortable with the invasive techniques offered by clinics and there are undoubtedly moral questions raised for some. Natural gender selection techniques involve looking at the factors which we can influence which have an effect on whether the baby conceived is a boy or a girl. Some crucial areas include the diet (of both partners), lifestyle and the timing of intercourse. In addition, the pH levels of the woman’s body are important.One important aspect is the characteristics of sperm. Female sperm moves slowly and is larger and more cumbersome than the faster, smaller male sperm, which does not live for long. Therefore, knowing when to have intercourse is vital. If you want to have a girl, you should have intercourse a couple of days before ovulation as this will mean that by the time ovulation happens, the male sperm will have perished. If you would like a boy, time intercourse to happen on the day of ovulation, as if the egg is ready and waiting to be fertilized, it becomes a simple “race” and one which faster male sperm is more likely to win. The pH levels within the body are also important. Male sperm thrives best in an acidic environment whereas female sperm seem to prefer alkaline conditions. Inexpensive pH testing strips can be bought at pharmacies and once you have tested for several days, you will have an idea of the consistent pH level within your vagina and then steps can be taken to alter this if necessary, using simple, inexpensive douches and altering your diet. Of course, using natural gender selection techniques relies on knowing when ovulation is going to take place and this is much easier to determine these days than it was in years gone by. Accurate ovulation predictor kits are widely available and are one tool you should not be without in your quest to have a child of your desired gender.

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Methods Of Gender Selection

There are various methods of gender selection for you to consider if you are hoping to conceive a child of a specific gender. Ranging from invasive methods, through to those which are less reliable, it can often seem like a minefield out there. Cost implications are also to be considered, and techniques offered by clinics can involve lengthy invasive procedures.Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis This is formed as part of in vitro fertilization. (IVF) Couples must therefore go through the normal process of IVF resulting in the formation of embryos in the laboratory. The genetic make up of the embryos is determined prior to implantation and those of the desired sex are implanted. MicrosortThis is a relatively new technique which involves separating sperm into “gender rich” pools by use of a laser to determine which are carrying the X or Y genetic material. This is not wholly accurate, but the method is thought to be around 88% successful for girls and 73% for boys.The “correct” sperm is then used for fertilization by simple intrauterine insemination or IVF.Shettles MethodMethods of gender selection often talk about the famous “Shettles Method”. This is based around the fact that X and Y sperm exhibit different characteristics and takes advantage of the fact that differing circumstances surrounding conception can be used to maximize the chance of having a girl or a boy. Using this method, the timing, position of intercourse and reproductive environment can all be used to influence the gender.Whelan MethodThis is a simple method which claims to influence gender by the timing of intercourse and the foods that are eaten prior to conception and is often thought to contradict the more popular Shettles method.Ericson MethodMany simple methods of gender selection give credence to the fact that male sperm are faster than their female counterparts and this is a legitimate factor. Dr Ericson developed a technique which aims to separate the faster male sperm from the slower female sperm by allowing them to swim through albumin, the theory being that sperm of the correct gender could be “collected” depending on their position in the solution at a given time in the process.Sex Selection KitsKits often include a thermometer, ovulation predictor kits, vitamins, herbs and douches. The kits often support the Shettles theory and by tracking ovulation and timing intercourse, you are meant to be able to determine the gender of your baby. Natural Gender Selection TechniquesAn example of this is the book written by Ashley Spencer called How Choose The Gender Of Your Baby. Ashley claims an almost 95% success rate and the testimonials on her website seem to support this. Using a 3 Step Plan based around scientific principles, this is one of the non invasive methods of gender selection and is very popular amongst couples who do not want to, or cannot, go through expensive medical procedures. It offers a more up to date option than many of the other methods.

For more information on the fully guaranteed, comprehensive risk-free method offered by Ashley Spencer, please visit Pick Your Baby’s Gender. Rather than being one of the many couples who leave matters to chance, take control and be proactive. You have various methods of gender selection available to consider and these are worth considering rather than being left with that “what if” feeling.