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Does the egg white-like mucous contain the egg if it wasn't fertilized?
No, the eggwhite mucus merely protects sperm from the acidic environment of the vagina and is produced before ovulation occurs.

If everything spills out after intercourse, is conception possible?
If you stay prone (lying down) for 20 minutes after intercourse, the only thing that "spills out" is seminal fluid and abnormal sperm. Normal sperm is ejaculated into the vagina and immediately travels into the cervix (safe haven from the acidic environment of the vagina). Seminal fluid is the medium that carries the sperm out of the body. Abnormal/malformed sperm are not able to advance through the net-like mucus (ferning) which we know as Egg White Cervical Mucus EWCM).

My hubby is losing his sex drive, what can I do?
Sex on Demand can be exhausting, especially if you have been TTC for some time. Matters are compounded when hubby begins to lose his sex drive. To be most effective, empty hubby approximately 6 days before you expect to ovulate so he's shooting fresh ones that week! Mornings are more effective as the sperm hasn't spent all day in the testicles.

When your man is dragging you definitely want to help him restore that urge! Besides, people who frequently orgasm live longer!!! Make certain he is taking his vitamins! Have him take a multi-vitamin, with extra C & E!

Maca & Damiana will (see the herbal regime No. 10 Stimulate Libido in the TTC Store) restore that urge in a number of days. I need only take Maca (2 caps daily) for 3 days and I am in need ;o} I've heard from many men that they love the No. 4 Herbs for Him regime and feel a marked increase in energy.

Next you may want to do things that stimulate the urges such as movies, blindfold w/ feather then ice cube. Take turns w/ massage oils. I don't know too many men who don't get excited when they see their woman aroused....if hubby is watching tv, grab a towel & an ice cube. Lie on the towel in front of him and begin running the cube around your nipples....I don't think he will be sitting in the chair too much longer.

If either of you is overweight, start an exercise regime and fat loss program. Fat can definitely diminish sex drive. Hubby and I have each lost 15 pounds so far (South Beach - love it). Just watching our body's return to their more youthful appearance is exciting and has translated to much more activity in the bedroom.

The mind plays a big part in libido so be sure to enjoy every minute of this journey. Make it fun....when was the last time you laughed together afterwards? Intimacy...ah what a wonderful state to share.

Enjoy every minute +++

Momma Kath

My period is late, but the pregnancy tests are negative,
what is going on?????????
Most likely ovulation occurred later than expected or not at all.
Were you taking your daily basal temp?

  • A Saliva Microscope will warn you when to test urine for ovulation
  • An Ovulation Predictor Test will warn you BEFORE ovulation
  • A basal thermometer will confirm ovulation has occurred
    This all may seem overwhelming at first but it's worth it to learn
    about your fertility. Knowledge is Power!
    When the time comes, you can teach your children!
    • Herbs for Her Works!
    Have you seen
    all the recent successes
    w/ Herbs for Her regime???

    + + + + W O W + + + +

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    Everyone's situation is unique
    and I am here to help you!
    Momma Kath

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    Just a thought I wanted to share with you
    for us who expect immediate gratification:
    To be controlling and think we are in control
    only limits our potential.
    What we can "dream & imagine"
    confines us to what we know.
    There is an infinite amount of options available to us.
    It is not for us to imagine what could be
    but yet
    be open to what is and embrace it unconditionally.
    I've always found this to lead me
    to the most unexpectedly wonderful things!
    This website would not have been born
    if I had let my TTC losses swallow me.
    So after each disappointment,
    pick yourself back up and smile :o}
    It makes me wonder what you are up to!
    Momma Kath

  • A Saliva Microscope will warn you when to test urine for ovulation.
  • An Ovulation Predictor Test will warn you BEFORE ovulation.
  • A basal thermometer will confirm ovulation has occurred:
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    • Many of us endure monthly disappointments
    and/or finally achieve pregnancy
    only to be followed by miscarriage.
    If you find yourself down in the dumps,
    you may just need a "paradigm shift"
    (a different thought process).
    What we resist we become!
    Living in the past only condemns us to repeat it!
    So you must not harbor any fear/anxiety/regret. You see,
    what we put our attention on (good or bad),
    we bring into our life. Thoughts are things.
    The thing about fear is that it is based in a time frame
    outside of the present moment, so STOP!
    The mind is a very powerful muscle and
    it does not have to control you, so take charge and
    then enjoy how the game plays out!
    Just know that everything is going to work out PERFECTLY.
    This is a very important life lesson that you can learn and
    use in all aspects of your life!
    So when you think and speak about having a child,
    express those thoughts in very positive terms!
    You see, you can do ANYTHING!
    The only thing that holds us back is "fear".
    So don't buy into it FEAR!
    Get off the fence and get into the game!
    Time waits for no-one!
    Lots of love and positive thoughts +++
    Momma Kath
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    Have you tried the South Beach Diet?
    The whole idea is to help restore healthy body chemistry.
    Excess carbohydrates contribute to insulin resistance.

    OMG, I am on Day 13 and have already lost some significant body fat�.
    and that's not even the best part. I feel so much better!
    Something to consider for anyone who has struggled with getting rid of unwanted fat!
    South Beach Diet

    Also, I have found abdominal exercise to be our best offense
    towards remaining fertile and a thriving libido.
    We tend to store fat in our abdomen and this encourages old estrogen to linger.
    Not good for fertility.
    You may want to try Pilates to strengthen the pelvic girdle,
    which can lock up (Psoas Muscle a/k/a Pelvic Girdle) and create infertility.
    Pilates Video tape