Fertility

Many physical changes happen in the first few days after birthing, including hormone changes. Here are a few things you...

Fetus or baby? Why language around pregnancy matters

What does it mean to be a mom? Well, it’s complicated.

What are the baby blues? Postpartum mood disorders 101

Birthing as a surrogate comes with unique feelings, challenges, and health concerns. You may find it comforting that despite its...

If you’re not sure how long to wait to have sex after birth, when to start birth control, or what...

Most people notice the symptoms of pregnancy start about two weeks after conception.

The details we don't learn in school are pretty fascinating.

Pregnancy loss at any stage can be difficult to experience. Most people experience grief, but some people have other reactions....

Your “due date,” also called your estimated date of delivery (EDD), is based on your menstrual cycle.

When a pregnancy doesn’t grow in the uterus it can be life-threatening. You can understand the symptoms and treatment of...

How hair evolves during pregnancy and after delivery

When your reproductive plans change, it’s common to feel unsure of where or how to start. That’s why we’ve created...

Have you ever heard of ovulation prediction tests? If you’re trying to conceive, they could be a valuable tool for...

Cancer seemed to change people’s take on my decision to freeze my eggs.

So if you asked anyone who knew me before 30 – especially anyone I was dating – they’d tell you...

This was my ticket to extended freedom and continuing to focus on my career.

There are many different reasons why someone would consider undergoing egg freezing. Unlike embryo freezing (embryo cryopreservation), egg freezing doesn’t...

If you’re trying to conceive, pregnancy tests are likely part of your routine. But how will you know when to...

While unpredictable cycles can make it harder to predict ovulation, it is possible.

This article will explain one of the more widely known types of assisted reproductive technologies (ART); how it works, why...

From old wives’ tales to TikToks about eating pineapple cores, let’s get into it.

If you are 35 or older, it’s likely that what you’ve read on the internet or heard from friends might...

When it comes down to it, there are only a few things that could be helpful when you’re ready to...

“I can see myself parenting with you, and that’s not a feeling I’ve had before,” my boyfriend Adam said to...

About one in five cases of infertility can be attributed solely to sperm health.

Sex education has been a part of school curriculums in the United States and other parts of the world for...

When you first start trying to conceive, you may wonder: do I need to see a healthcare provider? If you...

I could already feel my precious timeline slipping away and anxiety creeping into its place.

It’s possible to maintain an exciting, fulfilling, enjoyable sex life while you’re trying to conceive. Sex can fulfill the practical...

Using it as a way to time sex with ovulation when trying to conceive could be helpful for some.

From hilarious perspectives, to more serious discussions, here are 7 resources I have found valuable.

Basal body temperature (BBT) is the body’s temperature at rest . Changes in BBT can identify when ovulation has happened....

Not everyone knows if they want to be a parent. Here are some ways to help figure it out.

Time, energy, emotions and expense: What to consider before you freeze your eggs.