About 1 in 6 couples face trouble getting pregnant. If you’re here, you want clear, useful steps — no jargon. Infertility means not conceiving after a year of regular, unprotected sex (or six months if you’re over 35). Below are simple actions, tests to ask for, and realistic next moves.
Track your cycle for at least three months. Use an app, record basal body temperature, or try ovulation test strips. This shows whether you’re ovulating and when sex is best timed. If periods are irregular or missing, that’s an important clue — read “Is It Bad to Not Ovulate?” for a clear rundown of what no ovulation can mean for health and fertility.
Book a basic fertility check: hormone blood tests (AMH, FSH, LH, TSH) and a semen analysis for your partner. AMH gives a snapshot of egg supply; semen analysis checks count, movement, and shape. Ask your doctor for these early — they guide choices and save time.
Common female causes include ovulation problems (often related to PCOS), blocked tubes, or age-related decline. If insulin resistance or PCOS is suspected, lifestyle changes like weight loss and blood sugar control often help — our “Anovulatory Cycles and PCOS” piece explains practical ways to manage cycles and improve fertility chances.
Some treatments are simple: medication to trigger ovulation or regulate periods. Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is sometimes used to reset irregular bleeding; read our Provera guide to see when it helps and what to watch for. For lower-level issues, doctors may try ovulation induction or IUI. When those don’t work, IVF is the next step for many couples. Each option has pros, costs, and timeframes — ask about success rates that match your age and diagnosis.
Men’s health matters as much as women’s. Smoking, heavy drinking, certain medications, and heat exposure (hot tubs, tight underwear) can lower sperm quality. A targeted lifestyle review often improves results within months.
Some people try supplements or herbal products. If you’re curious about things like Pao Pereira or plant-based compounds, check the site’s guides before buying. Look for dosing info and quality checks so you don’t waste money or risk unsafe products.
When to see a specialist? If you’re under 35 and haven’t conceived after a year, see a fertility specialist. If you’re 35 or older, or you have known issues (irregular cycles, pelvic pain, prior surgeries), ask for help after six months or sooner.
Want focused reads? Start with: “Is It Bad to Not Ovulate?” for ovulation facts, “Anovulatory Cycles and PCOS” for insulin-related tips, and “Provera: Uses, Side Effects, and Practical Tips” for period and cycle management. Those articles give practical next steps you can discuss with your clinician.
Keep notes, bring them to appointments, and ask for clear next steps and timelines. Fertility can feel overwhelming, but step-by-step testing and targeted changes often move things forward faster than you expect.
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May
As a blogger, I recently delved into the connection between sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and infertility. Through my research, I discovered that untreated STIs can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and other complications, which may result in infertility. It's crucial to prioritize sexual health and get regular check-ups to detect and treat any STIs early on. As well as using barrier methods, like condoms, to prevent the transmission of infections. Remember, taking care of our sexual health plays a significant role in maintaining our overall well-being and our ability to conceive in the future.
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