{"id":2737,"date":"2025-06-02T18:15:18","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T16:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/?p=2737"},"modified":"2026-01-26T19:36:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T18:36:48","slug":"methode-shettles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/fr\/shettles-method\/","title":{"rendered":"Tu r\u00eaves d'un gar\u00e7on ou d'une fille ? La v\u00e9rit\u00e9 sur la m\u00e9thode Shettles, comment tu peux influencer le sexe de ton b\u00e9b\u00e9 pour concevoir une fille ou un gar\u00e7on et comment tu peux augmenter tes chances d'avoir un b\u00e9b\u00e9 gar\u00e7on ou fille."},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5 kt-adv-heading1519_0fda9e-f6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_bed4a8-b5\"><strong><strong><strong>A critical look at the theory behind gender selection and why there are better options to conceive a girl or a boy<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re exploring the idea of choosing the sex of the baby, you&#8217;ve probably come across methods that claim to help determine the gender of your baby. The Shettles Method, introduced by Dr. Landrum Shettles, is one such method that promises to influence whether your baby will be a boy or a girl by adjusting the timing of sexual activity. It sounds tempting, right? But is it really that simple to increase your chances of conceiving the desired sex?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, I\u2019ll explain how the Shettles Method works, why it\u2019s gained popularity, and why I don\u2019t recommend it. By the end, you\u2019ll also learn about modern, scientifically proven alternatives to help you try to&nbsp;conceive a healthy baby boy or girl with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/gender-selection\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3887\">If you\u2019d like to understand how this fits into the broader picture of gender selection, you can read our main overview here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-contents-title{color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-lg, 2rem);font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-content-list li{margin-bottom:11px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id2737_b5ad30-68 .kb-table-of-content-list li .kb-table-of-contents-list-sub{margin-top:11px;}<\/style>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_04cd3a-b2\"><strong><strong>The Theory Behind the Shettles Method and how you can influence the sex of a baby<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shettles Method is based on the idea that male and female sperm\u2014responsible for determining the sex of the baby\u2014have different characteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Male (Y chromosome) sperm:<\/strong> Faster and smaller but less durable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Female (X chromosome) sperm:<\/strong> Slower but more robust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Shettles, the timing of sexual activity plays a critical role:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For a boy:<\/strong> Conjugal act as close to ovulation as possible is believed to increase the chances of conceiving a boy, as faster Y sperm may reach the egg first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For a girl:<\/strong> Intimacy three days before ovulation is thought to favor the hardier X sperm, as they survive longer in the reproductive tract.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Shettles also believed that the vaginal environment, influenced by diet, plays a role in gender pre-selection. A more acidic environment supposedly helps conceive a baby girl, while an alkaline environment is thought to increase the chances of conceiving a baby boy.&nbsp;This is based on the idea that the vaginal pH affects how sperm survive and interact with the egg during fertilization, ultimately influencing conception and the likelihood of getting pregnant with the desired sex.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_708171-81\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_708171-81\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_708171-81\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_708171-81 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_708171-81\"><strong><strong><strong>Does it increase your chances of having a girl or a boy with the shettles method?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Shettles, the method involves careful planning of sexual relations in relation to ovulation:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_6b1d07-26\"><strong><strong><strong>Timing to Conceive with the Shettles Method<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The core of the Shettles Method revolves around ovulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To <strong>conceive a boy<\/strong>, Shettles claims timing of sexual activity should take place as close to the day of ovulation as possible\u2014ideally within 12 hours after ovulation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To <strong>conceive a girl<\/strong>, sexual intercourse is recommended three to four days before ovulation to give X sperm an advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This requires a precise understanding of your cycle, often involving ovulation tests or tracking basal body temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_b13558-ac\"><strong><strong>Sex Positions<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shettles also thought that sex positions might affect sperm survival:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a girl, shallow penetration positions like missionary are believed to create a longer journey for sperm, favoring the hardier X chromosome sperm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For a boy<\/strong>, positions involving deep penetration, like doggy style are suggested, as they deposit sperm closer to the cervix, giving male sperm a head start.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_2803c6-7f\"><strong><strong><strong>How Vaginal pH and Diet Affect Gender Selection<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shettles Method includes gender pre-selection by maternal diet in combination with timing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For a boy:<\/strong> An alkaline diet (rich in sodium and potassium) is said to promote Y sperm survival.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For a girl:<\/strong> An acidic diet (rich in calcium and magnesium) is believed to favor X sperm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This process aims to improve fertilization chances by aligning sperm survival with the conditions most favorable for the desired gender. Shettles believed that the vaginal environment\u2014affected by diet and pH levels\u2014plays a critical role in determining which sperm successfully fertilize the egg.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_8aae8d-0f\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Frequency of&nbsp;Intercourse<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shettles advises abstinence for several days before intercourse to improve sperm count and quality, especially when hoping for a boy.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery .kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_4f590d-b1{margin:-5px;}.kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_4f590d-b1 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item{padding:5px;}.kb-gallery-id-2737_4f590d-b1 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item .kb-gal-image-radius, .kb-gallery-id-2737_4f590d-b1 .kb-slide-item .kb-gal-image-radius img{border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-gallery-wrap-id-2737_4f590d-b1 alignnone wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery\"><ul class=\"kb-gallery-ul kb-gallery-non-static kb-gallery-type-masonry kb-masonry-init kb-gallery-id-2737_4f590d-b1 kb-gallery-caption-style-bottom-hover kb-gallery-filter-none\" data-image-filter=\"none\" data-item-selector=\".kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" data-lightbox-caption=\"true\" data-columns-xxl=\"1\" data-columns-xl=\"1\" data-columns-md=\"1\" data-columns-sm=\"1\" data-columns-xs=\"1\" data-columns-ss=\"1\"><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9.png\" data-id=\"2748\" class=\"wp-image-2748\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-9.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_61ed0c-2b\"><strong><strong><strong>The Pros and Cons of the Shettles Method<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shettles Method might seem like an exciting way to take control of your family planning, but let\u2019s be honest \u2013 what appears simple and natural has many drawbacks in practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non-invasive:<\/strong> The method is natural and does not involve medical interventions like embryo selection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low cost:<\/strong> No expensive treatments are required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A sense of control:<\/strong> Couples may feel proactive in their efforts to choose the sex of their baby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unproven:<\/strong> The chance of success is not higher than random chance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stressful:<\/strong> The timing of sexual intercourse can cause unnecessary pressure and strain on relationships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential risks:<\/strong> Practices like douching or extreme diets can upset the body\u2019s natural balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, the risks often outweigh the benefits, which is why it\u2019s important to consider safer, more reliable alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3386b09ffa368ad23cc6b0bf411709c2\">&#8220;<em>Your wish for a daughter or a son is deeply personal \u2013 and absolutely valid. But your path to fulfilling that dream deserves more than outdated theories. It deserves clarity, confidence, and real science.<\/em>&#8220;<\/p>\n<cite><strong>Nathalie Wiederkehr<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_16f1b9-f6\"><strong><strong><strong>The Whelan Method vs. the Shettles Method<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Whelan Method offers a different approach to sex selection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For a boy:<\/strong> Intercourse four to six days before ovulation is recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For a girl:<\/strong> Intercourse closer to ovulation is thought to increase chances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Whelan Method takes hormonal changes during the cycle into account. However, just like the Shettles approach, it lacks any scientific proof and has not shown better-than-random success rates in clinical studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While methods like Shettles and Whelan sound appealing, they are based on outdated science and have no proven success rates. If you\u2019re hoping for a girl or want to conceive a boy, modern alternatives like PGD provide much better outcomes without the emotional strain.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery .kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_fc92df-49{margin:-5px;}.kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_fc92df-49 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item{padding:5px;}.kb-gallery-id-2737_fc92df-49 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item .kb-gal-image-radius, .kb-gallery-id-2737_fc92df-49 .kb-slide-item .kb-gal-image-radius img{border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-gallery-wrap-id-2737_fc92df-49 alignnone wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery\"><ul class=\"kb-gallery-ul kb-gallery-non-static kb-gallery-type-masonry kb-masonry-init kb-gallery-id-2737_fc92df-49 kb-gallery-caption-style-bottom-hover kb-gallery-filter-none\" data-image-filter=\"none\" data-item-selector=\".kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" data-lightbox-caption=\"true\" data-columns-xxl=\"2\" data-columns-xl=\"2\" data-columns-md=\"2\" data-columns-sm=\"2\" data-columns-xs=\"1\" data-columns-ss=\"1\"><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8.png\" data-id=\"2747\" class=\"wp-image-2747\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-8.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7.png\" data-id=\"2746\" class=\"wp-image-2746\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-7.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a\"]{font-style:normal;text-transform:capitalize;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_98c659-1a\"><strong><strong><strong>My Verdict: Why I Don\u2019t Recommend the Shettles Method<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shettles Method might sound like a charming way to influence your baby&#8217;s gender, but I\u2019ll be honest: I find it ineffective and potentially harmful \u2013 emotionally, physically, and even within a relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No proven results:<\/strong> There\u2019s no solid evidence that this method works. No matter how closely you follow the rules, the chance remains 50:50.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Emotional strain:<\/strong> The stress of timing everything perfectly can be overwhelming, especially if it doesn\u2019t work immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdated science:<\/strong> Why rely on old theories when modern, science-based methods can give you clear results?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I completely understand the desire to plan for a specific gender \u2013 it\u2019s a deeply personal and valid wish. That\u2019s why I focus on helping women explore professional, safe, and effective options to achieve their dream family.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_1882d1-9d\"><strong><strong><strong>Do These Methods Actually Work?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>None of these methods have been scientifically proven to increase your chances of conceiving a specific gender. Studies have found that the chances of conceiving a boy or girl remain around 50:50 regardless of timing, diet, or sex positions. Shettles claims success rates of 75-80%, but these numbers are not backed by research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Independent studies, including research published in <em>Human Reproduction<\/em> and the <em>American Journal of Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology<\/em>, have found no significant link between timing, diet, or sexual position and the chances of having a boy or a girl.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_40114d-87\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_40114d-87\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_40114d-87\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_40114d-87 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_40114d-87\"><strong><strong>Modern Alternatives: Scientifically Proven Options like preimplantation genetic diagnosis<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to increase your chances of conceiving a specific gender, <strong>preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)<\/strong> is a reliable option. Conducted during IVF, PGD involves screening embryos for genetic and chromosomal characteristics, including sex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nearly 100% accuracy:<\/strong> PGD allows you to choose the sex of your baby with confidence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For those hoping for a boy or a girl:<\/strong> This is the most effective method for gender selection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While PGD is not available everywhere, it offers a safe, scientifically proven solution for couples serious about determining the sex of their baby.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery .kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_cfed32-35{margin:-5px;}.kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_cfed32-35 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item{padding:5px;}.kb-gallery-id-2737_cfed32-35 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item .kb-gal-image-radius, .kb-gallery-id-2737_cfed32-35 .kb-slide-item .kb-gal-image-radius img{border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-gallery-wrap-id-2737_cfed32-35 alignnone wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery\"><ul class=\"kb-gallery-ul kb-gallery-non-static kb-gallery-type-masonry kb-masonry-init kb-gallery-id-2737_cfed32-35 kb-gallery-caption-style-bottom-hover kb-gallery-filter-none\" data-image-filter=\"none\" data-item-selector=\".kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" data-lightbox-caption=\"true\" data-columns-xxl=\"3\" data-columns-xl=\"3\" data-columns-md=\"3\" data-columns-sm=\"2\" data-columns-xs=\"1\" data-columns-ss=\"1\"><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6.png\" data-id=\"2744\" class=\"wp-image-2744\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-6.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5.png\" data-id=\"2742\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-5.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><li class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"kadence-blocks-gallery-item-inner\"><figure class=\"kb-gallery-figure kadence-blocks-gallery-item-hide-caption\"><div class=\"kb-gal-image-radius\" style=\"max-width:683px;\"><div class=\"kb-gallery-image-contain kadence-blocks-gallery-intrinsic\" style=\"padding-bottom:149%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4-683x1024.png\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Shettles Method\" data-full-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4.png\" data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4.png\" data-id=\"2741\" class=\"wp-image-2741\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-4.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_17343e-74\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_17343e-74\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_17343e-74\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading2737_17343e-74 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2737_17343e-74\"><strong><strong><strong>Next Steps Towards Your Dream Family<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the sex of your baby is a personal <a href=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/ivf-process-for-fertility-treatment-abroad\">journey<\/a>, and it\u2019s normal to have a preferred sex in mind. While the Shettles Method may claim to help you conceive a specific gender, scientifically backed methods like PGD offer far greater reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like to learn more about gender selection, I invite you to download my <strong>free guide<\/strong>. In it, you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Information on countries where PGD is available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/all-about-ivf-success-rates\/\">Success rates<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/ivf-costs-and-fertility-treatment-abroad\/\">pricing<\/a> examples, including a detailed look at a clinic in Northern Cyprus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insights into how modern methods can help you achieve your dream family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the first step today by downloading the guide &#8211; it\u2019s free and filled with valuable information to help you on your journey to a healthy baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/guide\">If you&#8217;re hoping for a boy or a girl and feel overwhelmed by all the myths out there, this free guide can give you clarity and peace of mind. Download it today \u2013 and take your first real step toward the family you\u2019ve been dreaming of<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery .kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_1364f6-f8{margin:-5px;}.kb-gallery-type-masonry.kb-gallery-id-2737_1364f6-f8 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item{padding:5px;}.kb-gallery-id-2737_1364f6-f8 .kadence-blocks-gallery-item .kb-gal-image-radius, .kb-gallery-id-2737_1364f6-f8 .kb-slide-item .kb-gal-image-radius img{border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-gallery-wrap-id-2737_1364f6-f8 alignnone wp-block-kadence-advancedgallery\"><ul class=\"kb-gallery-ul kb-gallery-non-static kb-gallery-type-masonry kb-masonry-init kb-gallery-id-2737_1364f6-f8 kb-gallery-caption-style-bottom-hover kb-gallery-filter-none\" data-image-filter=\"none\" data-item-selector=\".kadence-blocks-gallery-item\" data-lightbox-caption=\"true\" data-columns-xxl=\"2\" data-columns-xl=\"2\" data-columns-md=\"2\" data-columns-sm=\"2\" 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data-light-image=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-2.png\" data-id=\"2739\" class=\"wp-image-2739\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-2-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-2-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-2-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/ivfclinicsabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shettles-Method-2.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-image.kb-image2737_b4e9b7-48:not(.kb-specificity-added):not(.kb-extra-specificity-added){margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);}.kb-image2737_b4e9b7-48 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image2737_b4e9b7-48\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" 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