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The right time of the month.

If you've been thinking of having a baby, then you might be interested in this little product. Maybe Baby has a mini microscope that uses saliva to pinpoint ovulation, which is the time women can fall pregnant. Scientists have proven that saliva viewed through a microscope enables you to see increases in oestrogen levels that rise two to three days before ovulation and peak on the day of ovulation. Simple to use, all you need to do is apply a small amount of saliva to the lens, wait for it to dry and look through the viewfinder to see patterns indicating whether you're in the fertile period or not. A fern pattern signifies the time is right to try for a baby, while a pebble pattern indicates the non-fertile period.

Beautiful boy or gorgeous girl?

Additionally, if you're also interested in influencing the baby's gender, knowing your ovulation time may also be useful. This is due to the fact that male sperm swim faster but die sooner, whereas female sperm swim slower but live longer. This knowledge may help influence the gender of the child conceived. The unique aspect of Maybe Baby is that it reveals ovulation time three to four days before the day of ovulation, meaning if you try for a baby during these days you may increase the chance of having a girl, whereas if you have intercourse on ovulation day, the probability of a boy is heightened.

Available from pharmacies nationally, it retails for around $79.95.

For more information freecall 1800 788 870 or visit www.maybebaby.com.au

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