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a healthy baby. It takes about three months to make new sperm, so experts recommend making changes at least three months before conception. Here’s a list of proven ways to improve your sperm.  \nManage your weight  \n Get into a good exercise routine  Eat well  \n Cut out smoking, limit alcohol and avoid recreational drugs  \n Reduce exposure to harmful chemicals in the home and workplace  \n Keep your testes cool  Manage health conditions  Don’t leave it too late  \n Book a pre-conception health check with your GP  \n[Visit](Visit www.yourfertility.org.au)[ www.yourfertility.org.au](Visit www.yourfertility.org.au) for practical information and tools to improve your chance of having a healthy baby.  \nManage your weight  \nAim to be in the healthy weight range to increase your chance of a healthy baby. Being overweight can reduce sperm quality and your chance of conceiving.  \nExercise regularly and eat well  \nRegular physical activity and eating well improves sperm health and reduces the risk of conditions like diabetes. The Mediterranean diet is a great example of a well-balanced diet. Try for 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity, such as brisk walking or jogging, every day.  \nCut out smoking, limit alcohol and avoid recreational drugs  \nSmoking, heavy drinking, and drugs such as anabolic steroids, can cause fertility problems, damage sperm, and affect the health of your future baby.  \nReduce exposure to harmful chemicals in the home and workplace  \nSome chemicals can affect reproductive health and reduce the chance of conceiving.  \nFor a list of chemicals to avoid check out  \n[www.yourfertility.org.au](www.yourfertility.org.au)  \nKeep your testes cool  \nSaunas and tight underwear can increase the temperature in your testicles and reduce the quality of your sperm. Avoid spas, saunas and hot baths. Wearing boxer shorts may also help keep things cool down there.  \nManage health conditions  \nSome medical conditions affect fertility such as diabetes and sexually transmitted infections. Get advice from your doctor about medical conditions and any medications you are currently taking.  \nDon’t leave it too late  \nMen younger than 40 have a better chance of having a child than older men. While age can’tbe controlled, if you want to become a father, sooner is better than later.  \nBook a pre-conception health check with your GP  \nSee your GP to make sure you’re as healthy as possible before trying for a baby.  \nYour Fertility is a national public education program funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and the Victorian Government Department of Health and Human Services.","cbCaiqnGroqEleMv","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqnGroqEleMv","pdf",200000,"English","# Pre-conception timing\n## Start at least three months before conception\n# Lifestyle changes\n## Manage weight\n## Exercise regularly and eat well\n## Cut out smoking, limit alcohol, avoid drugs\n## Reduce exposure to harmful chemicals\n# Physical and health management\n## Keep your testes cool\n## Manage health conditions\n## Book a pre-conception health check with your GP\n# Age and planning\n## Don’t leave it too late","[{\"question\":\"How far in advance should men start preparing for conception?\",\"answer\":\"Experts recommend making changes at least three months before conception because it takes about three months to make new sperm.\"},{\"question\":\"Which lifestyle habits can improve sperm health?\",\"answer\":\"Managing weight, exercising regularly, eating well (including a Mediterranean-style diet), quitting smoking, limiting alcohol, and avoiding recreational drugs can improve sperm health and reduce fertility-related risks.\"},{\"question\":\"What health factors should men address besides lifestyle?\",\"answer\":\"Men should reduce exposure to harmful chemicals, keep testicles cool by avoiding saunas and hot baths, manage health conditions (like diabetes and sexually transmitted infections), and book a pre-conception health check with their GP.\"}]","Pre-conception Checklist for Men - Improve Sperm Health Before Conception | PDF",1790540275]