Are there over-the-counter medications should I avoid taking?

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....

Does taking birth control affect my fertility?

Birth control pills do not affect your fertility. Within 1 to 2 months of stopping pills, A woman’s menstrual cycle returns to what is considered normal within 1-2 months of stopping your birth control.

How do I know if I’m ovulating?

If you have a regular and predictable cycle, then you are ovulating. Ovulation typically occurs between day 11 through day 21 of a woman’s cycle. Once ovulation occurs, and the egg is released, you may feel the effects of progesterone (a hormone in your body...