There is no foolproof method to naturally conceiving a boy. However, these tips can show you how to increase the chances of conceiving a baby boy.

1. Attempting conception no more than 24 hours prior to or 12 hours after ovulation is believed to be the best time to conceive a boy. (Shettles Method)

2. Attempt conception 4 to 6 days prior to ovulation. (Whelan method)

3. Use the Chinese Birth Chart to determine what month you should try to conceive a baby boy. Remember to use your lunar month and the lunar month of conception.

4. Take Evening Primrose supplements to increase the quality of cervical mucus. This is thought to increase the chances that you will conceive a son.

5. Take Guaifenesin pills for several days prior to ovulation. This will thin cervical mucus and make it easier conceive a boy. The methods described above are based on some scientific reasoning.

The following are urban myths and folklore, but it would not hurt to try them.

6. The man should drink coffee prior to intercourse because it makes Y-sperm more active.

7. Try to conceive only on odd days of the month.

8. Eat a “male” diet consisting of red meat, salty foods and plenty of soft drinks. Consumption of beer or other alcoholic beverages is not recommended during the time you are trying to conceive a baby or during pregnancy.