trying to get pregnant

Getting Pregnant

Struggling to conceive after having your first baby? There’s a name for that, and it’s more common than you think

Secondary infertility accounts for 30% of all infertility cases—yet many don’t even know what it is, even when they’re going through it themselves.

Infertility

This is the worst part of unexplained secondary infertility

It’s the irrational anger at the baby section in Target. It’s the hundreds of times each day I wonder what it is that’s keeping me from getting pregnant.

Getting Pregnant

What partners can do: 5 strategies to support your partner when trying to get pregnant

Remember & repeat: she is feeling things that I won’t feel.

Infertility

When everyone but you is getting pregnant

Be gentle with yourself.

Infertility

Words of encouragement when IVF doesn’t work—from someone who is there, too

Sometimes things don’t make sense and today we are just trying to figure out how to deal with that.

Getting Pregnant

How to make a baby: The quick & dirty guide to getting pregnant

Love this journey for you.

Getting Pregnant

29 inspiring quotes to remember when trying to conceive

“Just keep swimming” —Finding Nemo

Getting Pregnant

10 questions to discuss with your partner before getting pregnant

10 questions to make sure you're ready to become parents.

Getting Pregnant

This is the reason why we tend to make more babies in the winter

A combo of biology and environment known as ‘reproductive seasonality’ likely explains all your late summer birthday invites.

Getting Pregnant

When it comes to selecting your sperm donor, swiping right just won’t cut it

The search for my ‘perfect’ donor was an overwhelming experience, to say the least.

Health & Wellness

Men trying to conceive should avoid alcohol for at least 3 months, research shows

One study finds it takes longer than previously thought for the effects of alcohol to clear.

Our Partners

Your guide to choosing an ideal prenatal multivitamin

The nutrients you need and the experience you want.

Infertility

Mediterranean diet may support IVF success

The Mediterranean eating plan has the best evidence for trying to conceive.

Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy

Why it’s important to talk to your kids about donor conception

And exactly what to say.

Pregnancy

Chemicals to avoid during pregnancy and conception: A naturopathic doctor’s guide

Here’s what to be aware of—without letting worry overshadow the joy and wonder of this time.

Women's Health

PCOS and anxiety are often linked. An expert shares what to know

Women with PCOS are more likely to have anxiety and depression than those without the condition. Here’s what to know about the link and how to find support.

Getting Pregnant

Here’s an updated fertility glossary: Because the terms we use matter

Let’s challenge each other to evolve the verbiage around the conception process. Because family building should feel as good as possible, in spite of challenges along the way.