fertility

The surprising history of home pregnancy tests

From peeing on barley to injecting innocent rabbits, pregnancy tests have come a long way, baby.

Is it implantation bleeding or your period? Here’s how to tell the difference

Some women have light spotting that signals pregnancy—even before a positive test.

Why PCOS matters to your fertility

5 things you need to know about PCOS and how it affects your fertility.

Could this treatable infection be related to recurrent pregnancy loss?

A $50 test solved one couple’s infertility. Why aren’t more doctors looking for ureaplasma?

The Covid vaccine does not affect fertility, but getting Covid does, study shows

We fact-checked the myths surrounding the Covid vaccine and fertility so you can make the most informed choices for your family.

This little device is clutch if you’re trying to get pregnant

Know thy cervical mucus, know thyself, baby.

Pregnancy after breast cancer: What an expert wants you to know

It's an unfortunate fact that during cancer treatment, chemotherapy can damage and deplete a woman's eggs, making future conception more difficult. However, there are several ways to preserve your fertility or grow your family after cancer.

Which supplements should I take to increase fertility?

While no supplement is a "magic bullet" for fertility, many over-the-counter fertility supplements can supply necessary nutrients.

10 essential facts about getting pregnant they didn’t teach in sex ed

1. There are a lot of ways to make a baby (and they are all beautiful).

Amy Schumer has uterus and appendix removed due to severe endometriosis

The comedian shared an update straight from her hospital bed post-surgery.

Jason Kennedy and Lauren Scruggs expecting ‘major surprise’ 2nd baby after fertility struggles

Lauren Scruggs and Jason Kennedy have another baby on the way!

How do I find the right sperm donor?

Queer midwives Marea Goodman and Ray Rachlin walk through the pros and cons of choosing a sperm donor to start your family.

8 signs of ovulation: How to find your most fertile days

How do you know when your fertile days are? By charting your cycles and watching for signs of ovulation.

Katrina Scott walks Sports Illustrated runway in the middle of IVF cycle

"This has been a dream for 15+ years… but this moment is perfectly timed."

Moderna, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines don’t lower sperm count, study says

Hopeful dads don't have to worry about the COVID vaccine impacting their fertility.

Everything I learned about IVF, I learned from Phoebe Buffay

My first education on fertility treatments came from "Friends">—and let's just say it was lacking.

What to say when a friend is dealing with infertility

Conversations around fertility treatment and infertility are tough. Here's how to navigate them.

What causes a false positive pregnancy test?

Though rare, false positives do happen. Here's what you need to know.

Stephanie on her ectopic pregnancy, IVF and experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety

They didn’t tell me I was at an even higher risk for depression and anxiety whenever there was a hormone change in my body. That loss changed everything for me. 

Rebel Wilson opens up about infertility after freezing her eggs last year

The actress also shared last year that she has PCOS, a common hormonal condition that can affect fertility.