There are ways in which to maximise your chances of conceiving naturally and fast. Read on to see if there are any things you have not already tried.

Lets be honest making babies should be the easiest thing in the world right! Well I bet you have been practicing in one way or another for years. In fact you have more than likely been trying to avoid getting pregnant taking every precaution you can think of.

So if you want to increase your chances of getting pregnant now read of for your free fertility tips.

· The first action to take when you decide you want to get pregnant is to stop taking your oral contraceptive. Sounds obvious doesn't it. However many couples do not realise that you need to get the active drug out of your system before you can get pregnant and for some this can take time. If you have been taking the pill for a long time it may take several menstrual cycles to start ovulating regularly. However, it is possible to get pregnant straight away though, so be prepared.

· Ladies, get to know your body and understand your menstrual cycle. Learn about when you ovulate. You can buy ovulation prediction kits that will help you calculate when your egg is about to be released. This helps you plan your baby making sex. You can calculate roughly when you are about to ovulate by subtracting 14 from the length of you cycle.

· Did you know that once the egg has been released it only lasts for approximately 12 - 24 hours! However sperm can last in the fallopian tube for 2 - 3 days. Therefore it makes sense to have intercourse just before you ovulate so that sperm is available to fertilise the egg.

· Check your weight. Being overweight or underweight can affect your chances of getting pregnant. If you are significantly overweight take care in dieting - extreme weight loss can deplete your body of essential nutrients and hinder you conceiving. Keep to a balanced diet containing fresh fruit and vegetables, organic animal produce, low fats and high fibre.

· When planning to get pregnant keep yourself fit and stick to a healthy exercise programme. You will benefit from the flexibility, strength and stamina that is required during pregnancy and labour.

· Guys you too need to take care of your body. If you have been having difficulty in conceiving boost your chances by wearing loose fitting underpants and trousers. Tight fitting clothes can lower sperm count due to overheating. For the same reason avoid hot baths!

· Sometimes having too much sex can be the problem. It can cause anxiety and frustration when you are not getting pregnant and lead to sexual or relationship problems. Two to three times per week is good and should ensure good quality sperm. However if you want to have more sex then that is fine too as long as it is not causing any stress between you.