Trying To Get Pregnant

Some women seem only to have to look at their partners to fall pregnant and for others it’s a struggle. Yet usually, falling pregnant is simply a question of timing because there is only a small amount of time during a month that conception will be possible.

There are only 12 to 24 hours after the reproductive system releases an egg, when conception can occur. A healthy sperm can survive for up to five days inside your cervical fluid so there are about six days of the month where you have a chance of conceiving when you are trying to get pregnant.

According to experts, the ideal time to have sex with your partner to conceive is the day before, or the day of ovulation, and as often as you can from over the five or six day period to increase your chances. To work out your day of ovulation, count the number of the days in your cycle from the day you begin menstruating one month, right up until the day before you begin the following month. Make a note of these days and count again two or three times, exactly the same way.

Soon, when you’re trying to get pregnant, you will discover what your own unique cycle length is. On average, ovulation happens about 14 days before the end of your cycle, but cycles can sometimes change, so regular intercourse throughout the month will increase your chances. If you have irregular cycles, there are ovulation-monitoring kits available so check with your pharmacist.

Generally, it is the considered view of experts that a healthy couple can take up to a year to conceive. Fertility declines after the age of 35, although many women have children into their 40’s. There are other factors to consider when trying to get pregnant.

If you’ve been taking any form of oral contraceptive, it’s best to wait until your natural cycle returns before you try to conceive. If you and your partner are healthy, relaxed, have a good lifestyle and have sex 2-3 times per week, don’t worry, conception will happen eventually.