Fertility is the ability to get pregnant, to conceive and have children. Subfertility is when a person's chances to get pregnant are decreased. Infertility is when a person cannot conceive, cannot get pregnant.

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Obie takes a holistic approach to improving your fertility and helping you get pregnant. ... read more »

What is a Tipped Uterus?

The medical term for a “tipped uterus” is an “anteverted” (tilts forward) or a “retroverted uterus” (tilts backward). Neither rarely, if ever, is this a cause of infertility.  ... read more »

What Affects BBT?

Which factors other than fertility affect the BBT? ... read more »

Erratic BBT curve

My BBT temperatures are all over the place ... read more »

Can The BBT Temperature Curve Determine Pregnancy?

If you haven't had your period 15+ days after ovulation on the BBT temperature curve, then a pregnancy is likely. ... read more »

What are the Odds of Conceiving and Having a Baby?

Your chances of getting pregnant each month depend on many factors such as your age, your weight, and how long you have been trying to get pregnant. ... read more »

The Steps of Getting Pregnant with Infertility

At BabyMed we provide fertility ovulation pregnancy conception tips and fertility information to women trying to get pregnant. ... read more »

The babyMed University Fertility Course

Dr. Amos Grunebaum offers vital lessons in the babyMed Fertility Course and teaches you everything you need to know to get pregnant now! ... read more »

The Benefits of Acupuncture on Fertility

Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing practices in the world and it may help aid in fertility and pregnancy. ... read more »

Why Are My Breasts Sore After Ovulation?

Why are my breasts be sore and tingling after ovulation? There can be several reasons for breast soreness, ranging from an impending menstrual period to a pregnancy. ... read more »

What Are The Different Types of Twins?

Confused about different types of twins? Do the words dizygotic and monozygotic have you cross-eyed? Monochorionic vs. dichorionic? Here is a clear explanation of all four types. ... read more »

Top "Am I Pregnant" Questions

"Am I Pregnant?" and "Could I Be Pregnant?" are the top health questions in both women trying to get pregnant and women trying not to get pregnant. ... read more »

Artificial Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine insemination is also called artificial insemination, or IUI. Human artificial insemination with another person's sperm began being used in the 1940's. ... read more »

Fertility Diet Guide for Women and Men

Good nutrition can improve fertility! ... read more »

Improve Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

There are several steps you can take to boost your fertility and improve your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy baby. ... read more »

20 Fertility Myths That May Keep You From Getting Pregnant

Some fertility myths could be keeping you from getting pregnant. ... read more »

Clomid: Everything You Need To Know

The most important thing to know is that Clomid is a medication to induce ovulation, not necessarily pregnancy. Clomid will not get you pregnant alone. Here is all you need to know about Clomid. ... read more »

Complete Guide to Egg Donation

Not every woman is born with the ability to mature and release eggs. Some women are born without eggs at all while others suffer from diseases like Turner Syndrome and Gonadal Dysgenesis, which cause an absence of eggs. When no eggs are present, women may turn to egg donors to start a family. ... read more »

Getting Pregnant: Where to Start

Here's where to start in your pregnancy journey! ... read more »

Climate Change, the Environment, and Reproductive Health

The environment affects you ability getting pregnant and have a healthy pregnancy. ... read more »

Fertility, Pregnancy, and Reproductive Health Glossary

Learn the many scientific words and terms surrounding fertility, reproduction, and pregnancy. ... read more »

Daily Personalized Pregnancy Calendar

Here's your own daily personalized pregnancy calendar to follow your baby's development! ... read more »

10 Common Female Fertility Myths

Here are ten of the most common female fertility myths out there. ... read more »

Can I Eat Shrimp, Lobster, or Crab During Pregnancy

It is safe to eat shrimp for a pregnant woman during pregnancy but you need to make sure it's not contaminated ... read more »

Does Having One Testicle Affect Fertility?

Is it true that having one testicle can make a man infertile? ... read more »

Does Penis Size Affect Fertility?

The question of adequate penis size is an age-old question that many men ponder when they reach adulthood and beyond, especially if there are fertility problems in a relationship. ... read more »

Valentine’s Day Is the Perfect Time to Conceive

Have you ever heard the old wives' tale about how some couples have trouble conceiving because they are over-thinking the process? Well, there may be some truth to that tale after all. ... read more »

Weight Loss Before Pregnancy and Postpartum

Losing weight can help improve your chances of getting pregnant. ... read more »

Questions About Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

When women are trying to conceive, they often have questions regarding their chances of getting pregnant. There are several factors that come into play when it comes to getting pregnant. ... read more »

Pregnancy Acronyms and Abbreviations

Our complete list of pregnancy and fertility acronyms and abbreviations. ... read more »

Yoga for Fertility

Yoga, a practice of mind-body awareness and integration, can improve fertility. ... read more »

The Effects of Stress on Fertility

Stress is one of nature's natural contraceptives and can have a dramatic effect on healthy reproduction. The major stress hormone, cortisol, is derived from progesterone. ... read more »

Can Stress Stop You From Getting Pregnant?

While stress has not been directly linked to infertility, the physical demands on the body during stressful situations are enough to trigger natural protective instincts. ... read more »

Top Causes of Infertility

There are three major causes of infertility and they may surprise you! ... read more »

Fertility and Blood Groups

My partner and I have different blood groups. Does this affect fertility? ... read more »

What Happens When Baby Trumps Spontaneity

Having a baby is a challenge for some couples, but that challenge should not result in a broken relationship.  ... read more »

Pregnant or Want To Be? You Must Lessen Your Stress

Many pregnant women are under stress. Coping with stress in pregnancy is important to improve pregnancy outcome. ... read more »

Preventing the Negative Effects of Stress on Pregnancy

Stress is a mental condition that causes a very physical response. The last time you felt 'stressed' what were you really saying? Stress quickens heart rate, increases blood pressure, and decreases blood flow to extremities. The body physically prepares to fight a battle or run for extended distances. ... read more »

Your Fertile Window: The Best Time For Sex

This time in your cycle when you are most likely to get pregnant is so important. ... read more »

When Do You Ovulate and How Do You Know?

Knowing if and when you ovulate is vital. ... read more »

babyMed Pregnancy and Fertility Guides

Let babyMed guide you through preconception, getting pregnant, pregnancy and having a healthy baby. ... read more »

Pregnancy Safety Guide

Everything you need to know about activities, sports, and food. ... read more »

Fertility Testing for Women and Men

It usually takes less than 6 weeks to find out the causes of infertility. ... read more »

How Age Impacts a Woman's Fertility

As you get older, you may have trouble getting pregnant. ... read more »

Infertility: Fallopian Tube Obstruction Damage and Patency

Tubal damage is one of the most common causes of infertility accounting for fifteen to twenty-five percent of all infertility cases.  ... read more »

Fertility After Miscarriage

How does a miscarriage affect fertility? You may be surprised. ... read more »

Intro to Fertility and BBT Charting

Learn how to increase your chances of getting pregnant by finding out exactly when, and if you ovulate. Charting your basal body temperature (BBT) will help you learn more about your fertility and can be a very exciting way to get pregnant. ... read more »

How Alcohol Affects Your Pregnancy

Pregnant or planning to be? Stop drinking. ... read more »

How long does it take to get pregnant?

This article will tell you how long it takes to get pregnant and what the odds of getting pregnant are. ... read more »

Ask Dr. Amos: Fertility and Pregnancy Questions

Dr. Amos answers your fertility and pregnancy questions! ... read more »

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