The Christmas holidays are, for many, a time of pause, disconnection and reunion. While they can also bring some stress, the truth is that this period of rest can offer real reproductive health benefits.
Vacations can be a small ally for those who are looking for a pregnancy.
Less stress, more hormonal balance
Stress is a natural response of the body to everyday challenges, but when it becomes chronic it can disrupt hormonal balance. An excess of cortisol, the stress hormone, affects ovulation and the quality of semen, especially its mobility and concentration.
Periods of rest or disconnection—such as vacations—can help reduce emotional tension and restore balance to the hormonal axis that regulates reproductive function.
Getting a good night's sleep counts, too
Rest is another fundamental pillar of fertility. Sleeping between 7 and 8 hours each night promotes the production of melatonin, a hormone that not only regulates sleep, but also has antioxidant and protective effects on eggs and sperm.
Insufficient or irregular sleep also causes increased cortisol levels.
Taking advantage of the holidays to rest, without alarm clocks and without the frenetic pace of everyday life can help improve your fertility.
The Power of Mental Disconnection
Emotional stress has a significant impact on fertility. Vacations are a great time to take time for yourself. Promoting spaces of calm, connection with your partner and enjoyment promotes the release of endorphins and serotonin, which help balance the hormonal axis and reduce anxiety levels and emotional fatigue linked to infertility processes.
Finding moments of calm and reconnecting with oneself allows the body to regain its balance. Sleeping well, reducing stress, and taking care of emotional well-being are essential pillars for maintaining good reproductive health.
Dr. Cristina Guix
Gynecologist expert in fertility in Barcelona IVF
