Trying to Conceive: Issues, Times, Tips & Advice

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7 Wacky Ways to (Possibly) Get Pregnant Faster

If you're trying to get pregnant, we know you're likely up to try just about anything that may help. But before you test any of these trending fertility-boosting tales (from eating pineapple to eating parasitic worms—yes, really), see what experts have to say.

If Meal Kits Can Help You Cook, Could Pregnancy Kits Help You Conceive?

Gone are the days of simply "pulling the goalie" when you decide you want to get pregnant. Here's how at-home pregnancy kits are elevating the experience for people who are trying to conceive.

How Your Period Affects Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

Trying to conceive but not pregnant yet? Maybe it's time to look to your monthly (or not-so-monthly) period for clues about why those two pink lines haven't showed up yet on your pregnancy test.

11 Questions to Ask Your Doctor If You Want To get Pregnant Soon

To increase your odds of a healthy pregnancy, ask these 11 important question at your preconception visit.

Can the Birth Control Pill Boost Fertility?

A study shows that women who've stopped taking oral contraceptives after five years can conceive just as easily as non-users.

How to Deal with a Low Sperm Count

A low sperm count makes conception difficult, but fertilization may be possible with even the worst semen analysis.

Your Chances of Getting Pregnant Every Day of the Month

When sex coincides with your most fertile ovulation days, you'll increase the chances of conceiving. Get to know each phase of your cycle to get pregnant faster.

10 Common Baby-Making Mistakes

When you're trying to get pregnant, don't let these avoidable mistakes affect your conception goals.

6 Ways You Really Probably Can't Get Pregnant When Having Sex

PMS or Pregnancy? What to Know About the Two-Week Wait

Your Chances of Getting Pregnant at Every Age

8 Facts About Your Cycle and Conception

Want to Test Your Sperm? There's an App for That

This pretty amazing app technology can tell men whether his swimmers are ready for babymaking. Plus, hopeful parents get a keepsake sperm video! (No, really.)