OLD WIVES' TALES

The joy of sex

Quite a few old wives' tales about sex selection involve theories about the best way to make love if you want to influence your baby's gender. We've listed some below.

If You Want a Boy...

• Lie down after sex and stay there for a while. Supposedly that gives the boy sperm a chance to beat the girl sperm to the egg.
• Make love standing up.
• Try the rear-entry position.
• Focus on his pleasure and if the male partner climaxes first, old wives' say you're guaranteed a boy.
• Give in to seduction and if the man is the one to suggest some baby-making, you'll get a boy.
• Gals, sleep to the left of your partner.

If You Want a Girl...

• Give the missionary position a go.
• Make love with the woman on top.
• Focus on her pleasure and if the woman orgasms before her partner, you can decorate your nursery in pink.

• Take the lead and if the woman initiates sex, you'll get a girl.