and quantity of sperm in the last few decades. The experts believe a lot of the problems with sperm motility - where sperm can't swim to the egg - and quality, are down to poor lifestyle. So here's your chance to maximise your chances of getting pregnant. You

‘On holiday you're less stressed, which is why you often hear of couples getting pregnant at this time. Stress increases the hormone prolactin in women and this can reduce fertility by stopping the egg maturing properly, while in men it affects the sperm

and minerals that help to create healthy sperm. Let it all hang out! A common cause of low sperm count is the testes overheating, so invest in some loose, cotton underpants and avoid hot baths if you are trying to get pregnant. Take a multi-vitamin for men

(tonituckeracupuncture.co.uk).'Book your man a session too, as it can help improve sperm quality. It also relieves tiredness and nausea in early pregnancy, encourages breech babies to turn, and is useful for treating poor lactation and conditions such as mastitis, after

Have lots of sex It sounds obvious, but the first thing you have to do to increase your chances of getting pregnant is have sex regularly. Once in a blue moon - even if it's at the right time - won't necessarily be enough to give you the baby you

AcupunctureAcupuncture may help you get pregnant by improving conditions such as endometriosis and balance hormones. For men, it may improve sperm count, concentration and motility. Call the British Acupuncture Council: 020 8735 0400. Chiropractic