Fertility in women can be affected by the following: Age (fertility gradually declines in your 30s and drops significantly by the time you are 40) Egg quality and quantity Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) Scarred, damaged, or blocked fallopian tubes Cervical mucus...
Fertility calendars help you anticipate when ovulation will occur. Keeping track of the changes in your cervical mucus can also be helpful. Several days before ovulation, mucus becomes clear and stretchy and resembles egg whites. When this occurs, it’s much...
Use an ovulation calculator to predict fertile periods. Keep your weight under control. (Weight gain can affect fertility in both men and women.) Limit or eliminate caffeinated beverages and alcohol. Eat a healthy diet. Exercise, but don’t overdo it. (Very...
Consult your doctor if you are unsure whether a medication or supplement is safe. Ibuprofen is not considered safe during pregnancy, and Aspirin should be avoided (unless directed by your doctor). Some herbal supplements such as Echinacea, Ginkgo Biloba, and St....
