Getting Pregnant
Conceiving: The Basics
For some couples, getting pregnant is as easy as deciding to become pregnant, and then having sex. But for the vast majority of men and women hoping to have a baby, it takes some planning to conceive. Taking some time to understand the underlying processes involved in becoming pregnant can go a long way toward helping you avoid frustration and increase your chances of conceiving successfully – and soon.
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Preparing for Pregnancy
By preparing yourself physically and emotionally for pregnancy, you can substantially increase your chances of becoming pregnant sooner, as well as avoid many of the risks that may cause miscarriage. Both conception and carrying a child to term make special demands on the body, and ensuring you approach both with the healthiest body possible takes some thought and planning.
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Menstrual Cycles & Ovulation
Understanding what happens during a woman’s menstrual cycle is essential toward increasing your chances of conception. By noting the hormonal changes that occur during a woman’s cycle, couples can predict on which days she will be most fertile. Even when you aren’t trying to conceive, by understanding your own cycles, you can more accurately gauge your health and keep track of any changes or aberrations that should be brought to the attention of your physician.
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Signs of Ovulation
Detecting Changes In Your Cervix / Cervical Fluid / Basal Body Temperature
Ovulation refers to the time in a woman’s fertility cycle when she is most likely to conceive. During ovulation the egg, or ovum, begins its journey from the ovaries to the uterus. The egg is referred to as being “ripe” during ovulation, which means it is ready to be fertilized.
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Observing & Charting
When a couple decides to start a family, becoming pregnant isn’t always as easy as it may first appear. In fact, more than 50 percent of all couples experience some difficulty in their initial attempts to conceive. Most couples find that by taking a few, relatively simple measures, they can dramatically increase their chances of becoming pregnant.
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Sex for Conception
When it comes to conception, many couples may have questions about the most important aspect of all: sex. Are certain positions better than others for conception? Is it necessary for a woman to have an orgasm? Here are a few of the concerns about sex for conception, and the truth behind a few myths, as well.
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Pregnancy Tests
When you’re trying to conceive, waiting to learn if you are pregnant can be a nerve-wracking, anxious time. To help ease your anticipation, pregnancy tests are a great way to find out the answer to the all-important question: “Am I pregnant?”
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Pregnancy Symptoms
Even as early as just a few days after conception, some women may begin to notice the earliest signs that indicate they’re pregnant. If you are especially attuned to your body and it’s signs and feelings, you may be able to spot some of these early signs that may indicate you’re pregnant.
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