lube (a little TMI)

[monpetitchou]

So just how bad is lube for my TTC efforts? It's not really something I want to google right now at work.

We don't usually use lube internally - mostly just for extrernal manual stimulation. So would we be ok then? Although, it's certainly possible that some could get transferred in at some point in our escapades.

I know people recommend preseed. I haven't tried it, but reading the reviews on amazon, it sounds like it's great inside but dries up quickly outside. That would seem to defeat the purpose for us.

[sweetc80]

Preseed works great. We've never had a problem w/ it drying up. I find it's industrial strength, so you only need to use a little or you won't feel a thing.

[btay]

I'm totally going to get side-eyed for this, but we have used Canola oil for external use and DH actually prefers it to regular lube. Rumors on the internet are that it is TTC safe. In the grande scheme of things though I don't think a little lube is going to really hurt you all that much.

[jewel]

I was just doing a little research on this topic this morning!

I came up with - regular lube is fine for most people. However, it does make the environment a little less welcoming for sperm, and can affect mobility (or motility? I don't remember). Pre-seed creates a more natural, welcoming environment to the sperm, and can potentially increases chances of the sperm finding their way to the egg.

I wouldn't (and didn't) bother spending $20 on a small tube of Pre-seed to start TTC. However, we're at the 8 month mark and I'll likely get some this month. Maybe DHs sperm are extra sensitive and need some increase in hospitality. I hope....

If you are at the beginning of TTC and/or are not in a big hurry, I would probably stick with the normal lube for a bit.

[lollipopsandcrisps]

May 15, 2012 11:39:25 GMT -5 btay said:

I'm totally going to get side-eyed for this, but we have used Canola oil for external use and DH actually prefers it to regular lube. Rumors on the internet are that it is TTC safe. In the grande scheme of things though I don't think a little lube is going to really hurt you all that much.

:Y: for canola oil. We both prefer it. I find Pre-Seed to be a little too goopy inside and then it gets sticky. I'm not a fan.

[monpetitchou]

May 15, 2012 11:42:37 GMT -5 jewel said:

If you are at the beginning of TTC and/or are not in a big hurry, I would probably stick with the normal lube for a bit.

ha! Well we are just on cycle 3, and while I'm not freaking out, I don't think "not in a hurry" is a phrase I would use. my clock has made its presence very known!

Interesting about those who said they use canola oil. So do you just keep a big bottle by the bed? seems messy.

[btay]

May 15, 2012 12:58:32 GMT -5 monpetitchou said:

May 15, 2012 11:42:37 GMT -5 jewel said:

If you are at the beginning of TTC and/or are not in a big hurry, I would probably stick with the normal lube for a bit.

ha! Well we are just on cycle 3, and while I'm not freaking out, I don't think "not in a hurry" is a phrase I would use. my clock has made its presence very known!

Interesting about those who said they use canola oil. So do you just keep a big bottle by the bed? seems messy.

We keep it in a travel shampoo container in the bedroom. Very separate from the bottle we cook with to make sure no weird contamination happens to the cooking bottle.