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X or Y: choosing the sex of your baby

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- X or Y: choosing the sex of your baby
Ever since ancient times it’s been claimed there are ways of conceiving baby boys or girls – from old wives’ tales to special diets.

We take a closer look at natural techniques, medical techniques, special diets and the Selnas method.

None of these have been scientifically proven, of course - but you can always try!

CP-D, SH

Sarah Horrocks
14/07/2007

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Special diets

- Before conception
- Precautions to take

The Selnas method

- Charges that affect the choice of sex
- Choosing the 'right time'
- Limitations

Medical techniques

Natural techniques

Limitations

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