Sleep as an ally in fertility: Why good sleep is the first step to a healthy pregnancy

Very often, when a woman begins to try to get pregnant, she first thinks about tests, diet, supplements. And rightly so. But there's something simpler - and just as important - that we often forget: quality sleep.

Very often, when a woman begins to try to get pregnant, she first thinks about tests, diet, supplements. And rightly so. But there is something simpler - and equally important - that we often forget: quality sleep.

Sleep is not just rest. It's the time our bodies "work" to heal, balance hormones, and prepare for all its functions - including fertility.

We now know from many studies that poor sleep can affect:

- ovulation

- egg quality

- the balance of hormones such as progesterone, estrogen and FSH

- even stress regulation (which plays a huge role in fertility)

Melatonin, the sleep hormone, also protects our eggs - it acts as a natural antioxidant and helps them to mature properly

What you can do from today:

- Set a fixed bedtime and wake-up time

- Limit mobile phone and TV at least 1 hour before bedtime

- Create a calm environment in the room (low light, fresh air, coolness)

- Make a relaxing sleep ritual (herbs, music, meditation, deep breathing)

Conclusion:

Fertility is not just a matter of tests and drugs. It is also a matter of taking care of our bodies, our habits, our daily routine.

If you start sleeping better, getting meaningful rest and taking care of yourself, you have already taken a huge step towards the pregnancy you dream of.