Getting pregnant

Most fertility advice online is either too vague or too alarming. This guide cuts through the noise with what the research actually supports: which foods move the needle, how to accurately track your fertile window, the stress-hormone connection most guides skip, and the quiet mistakes that work against you without anyone pointing them out.

If you’re trying to get pregnant and anxiety is always with you, you’re not alone. The two-week wait, tracking temperatures, negative tests, and advice to "just relax" from well-meaning people all add up to a unique kind of stress that’s hard to explain unless you’ve experienced it.

Making a preconception visit might occasionally be the first procedure that makes people anxious while they are trying to conceive. You could be asking yourself, "Am I really ready?" I mean, I have no idea what this appointment is called by my doctor! You need not worry; we have you covered. You can just state, "I'm thinking about having a baby and would like to make an appointment," when scheduling the appointment. 

Are you preparing to become pregnant? If so, it's critical that you get your body ready for the most amazing experience of your life. And doing this calls for a significant adjustment to your way of life. There are numerous things you can have to give up.

Your basal body temperature (BBT) is your lowest body temperature in a 24-hour period. It's the temperature of your body when you're at rest. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), in most women, this temperature increases slightly (0.5 to 1.0 degrees Fahrenheit) during ovulation. 

What are the top signs and symptoms of ovulation? Even though there are several factors that can be connected to ovulation, I wouldn't judge if ovulation is happening just by looking at these indicators—especially since symptoms can vary from person to person.

It's likely that if you're reading this, you're considering becoming pregnant and planning a family. However, before you start making real plans to have a kid, read this article on getting ready to become pregnant.

Are you attempting a quick pregnancy? If you are able to become pregnant on your first attempt, you may be considered fortunate. More likely, though, the magic won't happen until a few months from now. In their 20s and early 30s, healthy individuals with ovaries have a 25% chance of becoming pregnant per menstrual cycle (assuming they're having frequent, unprotected intercourse). This information comes from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). The odds drop to 10% ever

It's common for someone who doesn't want children to find it difficult to relate to friends who are TTC or who already have children. You don't have to, and you never will, know every solution for consoling or assisting them. However, the fact that you're reading this essay already demonstrates your support for me, and that's a big step in the right direction.

It's common for someone who doesn't want children to find it difficult to relate to friends who are TTC or who already have children. You don't have to, and you never will, know every solution for consoling or assisting them. However, the fact that you're reading this essay already demonstrates your support for me, and that's a big step in the right direction.