Could the people you hang out with the most be affecting your chances of fertility treatment success?  Quite possibly, especially if those in your social circle have adopted lifestyles that are not conducive to getting the most out of fertility treatments.

What are some of the social habits and patterns it would be best for you to avoid?  Consider these four: 

1.  Hanging around Smokers:  Smoking has been known to contribute to infertility.  If your friends or family members smoke, you could be hampering your fertility treatment by taking in “second hand” smoke.

 2.  Friends Who Stress You Out:  Have some friends who just leave you drained instead of recharged?  They might be ones to avoid when you’re going through fertility treatments!  It’s long been know that the more stressors you can rid yourself of during fertility treatments, the better off you’ll be… at least mentally, if not physically, too.

 3.  People Who Overeat:  When you’re around big eaters, you tend to eat a lot, too.  The higher your BMI, the harder it will be for you to conceive.  So either get together with these folks less often or make sure you bring your own lower-fat foods to munch on at gatherings!

 4.  Persons Who Engage in Risky Behaviors:  If you’re with people who do drugs, abuse alcohol, are promiscuous or otherwise engage in risky lifestyle behaviors, it’s best to avoid them when you’re in the midst of fertility treatments.  That way, you won’t be affected by their poor choices.

In the end, it’s up to you to surround yourself with people who will be supportive, not who will make you regret their presence.  So choose your social life well!

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