Boy or Girl?

According to old wives tales, the sex of your baby is directly related to how you feel, and what you do, and eat at the time of conception. Here are some old tricks of the trade for sex selection when it comes to your unborn.

If you are aiming for a boy, it's said you should eat lots of red meat (the redder the better), as well as lots of salty snacks. Dad on the other hand should be drinking lots of Cola. And if you want a girl, you both should be eating lots of veggies and fish, and always giving in to that sweet tooth craving. I know how much you all love chocolate.

Some even believe that how you 'do it' also has an affect on the outcome of your offspring. If you want a boy, you should lie down after making love, but do the act standing up, and supposedly if your man is pleased first, you're guaranteed a boy. For girls, go with the missionary position, and make sure you 'get happy' first.

Keep your moods, as well as your man's underwear in check. Your man's underwear? The idea plays into the common belief of boxers versus briefs. Go for the tighty-whities if you want a boy, but hang loose if you're hoping for a girl. FYI, research suggests that boxers are best for baby-making in general.

And Finally, being relaxed when you conceive means you'll have a girl. If you're a worrywart, a son's in your future. But actual temperature is said to play a role as well. Some say a man's testicles should be cool before you have sex if you want a daughter; for a son, warm them up... "OK honey, I'll get the ice cubes." Right.

So, if you're looking to conceive, and desire one sex over the other, keep your checklist nearby when you do the deed, and you may just be able to start decorating that room pink sooner than you thought.