The fertility massage may be considered an alternative treatment that is meant to boost fertility in women by stimulating the reproductive system organs. The fertility massage cannot be performed at all times during the month. There is a recommended timeframe to perform the massage, and you need to be aware of this. There are also a few contraindications when it comes to fertility massage.
Recommendations for Fertility Massage
The fertility massage may be applied both in healthy men or women that face fertility problems due to unknown causes or issues of the reproductive system. The fertility massage can increase the chances of getting pregnant by stimulating the reproductive organs and regulating ovulation.
Fertility massage will not have side effects, so it may be combined with other treatments that are used to boost fertility. However, let your fertility doctor know that you are considering to use fertility massage as well.
The Best Time to Use Fertility Massage
The fertility massage should be applied during the time you are trying to conceive. However, the best time to perform it is only a few days in the month. Perform the massage after your menstrual period is over and before ovulation. Calculate the ovulation date by subtracting 14 days from the average number of days in your menstrual cycle (typically between 26 and 32 days). If your menstrual cycle is 28 days on average, your ovulation will happen 14 days after the first day of your menstrual bleeding.
S,o if your menstrual bleeding has started on the 3rd of the month, the ovulation will most probably happen in 14 days after this, on the 17th of the month. The massage may be performed anytime during the day, but may be more effective if applied 30 to 60 minutes before intercourse, as the massage increases the blood flow and there are higher chances that the sperm is implanted in the uterus.
Fertility massage specialists recommend you perform the massage at approximately the same time each day. The massage should be performed on a daily basis, during the days the massage is recommended.
When to Avoid Fertility Massage
The fertility massage shouldn’t be performed in a number of situations:
- After the ovulation, each month, as the massage may affect the following period
- If you are pregnant or may be pregnant, as while massaging the uterus, you can hurt the fetus
- If you feel pain when pressing on your reproductive organs. You may have a medical problem that needs to be dealt with and the massage may make things worse
- If you are lactating
- During menstrual periods
It’s always best if you consult your fertility doctor or a fertility massage specialist or both before starting to apply the massage. While the massage is generally safe and has no side effects, there are some particular contraindications.
