What to Avoid When Trying to Get Pregnant: The Fertility Mistakes That May Be Holding You Back

If you’re wondering what to avoid when trying to get pregnant, you’re not alone. So many women come to us after months of trying—frustrated, confused, and unsure of what’s getting in the way.

The truth is, there are common (and often surprising) habits that can quietly sabotage your fertility. But once you know what to avoid and how to support your body, you can make powerful changes that bring you closer to holding your baby.

Let’s explore the top fertility mistakes that could be standing in your way—and what to do instead.

Common Fertility Mistakes: What to Avoid When Trying to Get Pregnant

Making small shifts in your daily choices can significantly impact your reproductive health. Here’s what to look out for:

Over-exercising or Under-exercising

Movement is important for blood flow and hormone balance—but too much or too little can backfire.

Avoid:

• Intense daily workouts (HIIT, long-distance running) that leave you depleted
• A completely sedentary lifestyle

Instead: Aim for moderate exercise like walking, yoga, Pilates, or light strength training 3–5 times a week. Listen to your body and focus on feeling energized, not exhausted.

High Sugar and Processed Food Intake

Poor diet choices can cause inflammation, blood sugar spikes, and hormone imbalances—all of which impact ovulation and implantation.

Avoid:

• Refined sugars and carbs
• Fast food, processed snacks, and sodas
• Trans fats and low-quality oils

Instead: Choose a nutrient-dense fertility diet with healthy fats, lean proteins, fiber-rich veggies, and antioxidant-rich foods. If you’re not sure where to start, download The Fertility Godmother’s Ultimate Fertility Diet Guide here—your step-by-step roadmap to nourish your body for pregnancy.

Ignoring Environmental Toxins

Your environment plays a bigger role in fertility than most people realize. Everyday products can contain endocrine disruptors that throw your hormones off balance.

Avoid:

• Plastic food storage and water bottles
• Scented candles, perfumes, and toxic cleaning products
• Non-organic produce loaded with pesticides

Instead:  Switch to glass or stainless steel containers, non-toxic cleaners, and natural skincare. Choose organic whenever possible and filter your drinking water.

One of the best ways to reduce toxic load and support your fertility is through a gentle, targeted cleanse.

The Fertility Godmother’s 21-Day Fertility Reset is designed to help you detox environmental toxins, reduce inflammation, and balance hormones—so your body is primed for conception. It’s the perfect way to reset and start fresh.

Skipping Nutritional Support

Even a clean diet might not provide everything your body needs during this critical time. Many women trying to conceive are unknowingly deficient in key fertility nutrients.

Avoid:

• Relying on food alone for nutrients
• Taking low-quality or poorly absorbed supplements

Instead: Focus on targeted fertility supplements like a quality prenatal, CoQ10, omega-3s, vitamin D, and antioxidants. Want help building your supplement plan? Download The Fertility Godmother’s Essential Fertility Supplements Guide here to support egg health and hormone balance.

Letting Stress Take Over

Chronic stress disrupts hormone production, delays ovulation, and reduces uterine blood flow. It’s also emotionally draining, making the journey feel heavier.

Avoid:

• Pushing through burnout
• Ignoring emotional wellness

Instead: Practice stress-reducing habits like journaling, EFT, deep breathing, and meditation. Acupuncture and brain-tapping can also regulate the nervous system and bring your body into a fertility-friendly state.

Waiting Too Long for Support

One of the biggest mistakes we see? Waiting until you’re burned out or emotionally exhausted before asking for help.

Trying to conceive is a deeply personal and emotional experience—but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

If you’ve been trying without success or want to avoid wasted time, click here to qualify for a free clarity session with The Fertility Godmother. We’ll create a personalized pregnancy game plan that supports your body, your goals, and your unique path to parenthood.

How AIM Women’s Wellness Center Can Help

At AIM Women’s Wellness Center, we take a whole-body approach to fertility. That means addressing more than just one piece of the puzzle.

Here’s how we help you avoid the most common fertility mistakes and support your body naturally:

• Fertility, Life, and Health Coaching: Personalized strategies for diet, supplements, stress management, and mindset.
• Acupuncture & Cupping Therapy: Improves circulation, balances hormones, and calms the nervous system.
• Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Customized formulas to regulate your cycle, reduce inflammation, and prepare your body for conception.
• Neuro Encoding & EFT: Shift limiting beliefs and release emotional blocks that may be holding you back.
• Nutritional Blood Analysis: Identify hidden deficiencies and tailor your nutrition accordingly.
• Meditation, Mindfulness & Brain Tapping: Align your body, mind, and nervous system for optimal fertility.

Ready to Avoid the Guesswork and Take Charge of Your Fertility?

Understanding what to avoid when trying to get pregnant is just the beginning. When you pair this knowledge with personalized, holistic support, you create real momentum toward conception.

Let’s build your customized fertility game plan together.

Click here to qualify for a free clarity session with The Fertility Godmother.

You deserve to feel confident, supported, and empowered on your path to pregnancy. Let’s take the next step together.