Does sperm have a male or female gender?
Although sperm actually decides what gender the baby will be, by themselves sperm are neither male nor female. However, each of the millions of sperm ejaculated have either an X or a Y chromosome, and there are about the same number of each. Each chromosome acts independently, but studies have shown that the Y ones are prone to swim faster in the pursuit of the female egg. So basically, it is something of a game of chance when it comes to the gender of the baby. Bear in mind that the female only releases one egg per cycle, unless there are heredity issues, or IVF attempts to be fertilised.
The female eggs have only an X chromosome. If the sperm getting there first is an X, the two XX's will make a girl baby. If a Y chromosome arrives first, the Y and X combination will result in a boy baby. The minuscule sperm cells, which cannot be seen with the naked eye, arrive in extraordinarily large numbers in the vagina, and have the power to decide on the gender of each and every baby born.
How long do sperm live?
Inside the vagina, sperm are able to survive for several days, but outside the body they die almost immediately. Surviving for a few days in the vagina is of benefit to those who are trying to fall pregnant, if ovulation is late by a couple of days. The sperm might still be alive and well, just waiting for the egg, even if it is a day or two late. However, if the sperm die before reaching the egg, the female egg, if not fertilised within 24 hours, will begin to deteriorate and no longer be viable. This means that if you are trying to conceive, there is just a small window around ovulation to get it right.
Low sperm counts
Obviously, the more sperm you have and the higher your count, the better your chances will be of fertilising the female egg. Studies have indicated that men who exercise regularly have up to 70% more sperm than guys who sit around watching TV, instead of getting out into the fresh air and doing something active. Regular exercise is the best way forward.
Semen and sperm are not the same
Semen is the fluid which carries the sperm to the penis for ejaculation. Semen also contains nutrients such as amino acids, protein, glucose, and minerals, all of which protect and nourish the sperm while they are swimming around. If there is no semen, no sperm can be ejaculated. Most men produce only about a teaspoon of semen at a time, of which approximately 5% is sperm. Semen is mostly made up of water, so it is important to stay hydrated, especially when exercising, to promote the production of semen.
Good health plays a role in the health of the sperm. Poor sperm health, which also carries DNA material, may result in distorted DNA factors, which could be transmitted to the egg. Good lifestyle habits, such as healthy eating, moderate alcohol intake, no smoking, and regular exercise, will be a great benefit for healthy sperm.
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