Preparation of males for pregnancy begins with the doctor

Usually do not see men buying books on pregnancy, taking vitamins and minerals to prepare the body and looking at what kinds of dangers for babies in the house. However, men also need preparation before pregnancy, as they have half the work, which begins by going to the doctor.

If a man has plans to have a baby soon to make an appointment with the doctor, especially if you have any chronic illness, taking medication or have erection problems, premature or have lack of desire.

Some drugs include steroids or hormones, to control high blood pressure, or some antibiotics to treat fungal ulcers or seizures, may alter the quantity and quality of sperm and cause infertility. However, in most cases the effect is reversible as soon as you stop the drugs, so you should talk to your doctor about the desire to have children in order to replace the medicine safely.

Studies show that anabolic steroids, such as weight lifters use to gain muscle, can reduce the amount of sperm and testicles shrink. So you better tell the doctor everything you are taking and not been prescribed.

Also, mention if you have had or are at risk for any sexually transmitted disease, can cause infertility as some or jeopardize the health of the baby, so if you have to take necessary exams and, if any, them treat properly.