How does keeping legs straight help in conceiving?

Question

I've heard some people say that keeping legs straight after intimacy can help with conceiving. Is there any truth to this belief, and how exactly is it supposed to work for getting pregnant?

Minakshi Murugan · Answer

While there is no major scientific proof, many women do this just to feel secure. I used to put a pillow under my hips and lie down quietly for 10-15 minutes. It at least gives you some relaxing quiet time which is good!

Kiran Dwivedi · Answer

I totally understand how stressful the waiting game can be when you are trying to conceive. Keeping your legs straight or elevated for 15 minutes after baby-making is believed to help the sperm travel, but don't stress too much about it. Just keep holding on to hope, your miracle will come.

Hemali Govindasamy · Answer

It's just a common belief that it keeps the fluid inside and helps the sperm reach the cervix faster. I also did it while trying, just lying down with a pillow under my lower back. Just stay positive and let nature take its course.

Hemlata Govindasamy · Answer

Honestly yaar, keeping legs straight or up on the wall is just an old myth, actually. Sperm is super fast and doesn't need gravity to do its job. But if it makes u feel better, do it for 10 mins, no harm in trying!

Gomti Rajagopalan · Answer

Haan na, literally everyone gives this advice to keep legs straight or elevate hips. My doctor told me it's not strictly necessary, but lying down for 10-15 minutes doesn't hurt. Just relax and don't take too much pressure.