Fertility & TTC
Ovulation, the fertile window, trying. 16 articles, 2 short courses, sources listed on every one.
In short: If you are trying to conceive, the fertile window is the five days before ovulation plus ovulation day. These articles explain ovulation signs, LH tests, temperature charting, timing sex, how long conception usually takes (most couples within a year, NHS) and when to ask for fertility help.
Start with a course
8 reads, 33 minutesTrying to conceive: the starter coursePrepare your body, find your fertile days, and time things sensibly without the stress.6 reads, 28 minutesTrying to conceive: going deeperLook after sperm health, track temperature, cope with the two-week wait and know when to ask for fertility help.
The basics
Your fertile window, explainedWhy there are about six days a cycle that really count – and why it’s not one magic day.4 min readSigns you’re ovulatingEgg-white discharge, twinges and a spicy mood – your body drops lots of hints.4 min readHow to use ovulation (LH) testsPee sticks that give you a heads-up – here’s how to get the most out of them.4 min readTiming sex when trying for a babyEvery 2–3 days is the NHS’s simple plan. Here’s why it works – and keeps things fun.4 min readHow long does it take to get pregnant?Real numbers to calm the “why isn’t it happening yet?” spiral.4 min readYour preconception checklistFolic acid, jabs, smear and meds – the boring-but-brilliant prep.5 min readSperm health: male fertility basicsIt takes two – and sperm have their own needs.4 min readGetting pregnant after stopping contraceptionHow long each method takes to wear off – spoiler: usually not long.4 min readTrying to conceive and your mental healthThe two-week wait is real. Here’s how to look after your heart through it.4 min readEarly pregnancy signs & when to testSore boobs, tired, period late? Here’s when a test can tell you.4 min readImplantation bleeding: what it looks like and whenLight spotting around the time your period is due, and how to tell it from a period.5 min readPMS or pregnant? How to tell the differenceThe symptoms overlap almost completely. Here is what actually helps you know.4 min read
Deep dives
Temperature tracking (BBT) when trying to conceiveThe tiny morning rise that confirms you ovulated.5 min read · Deep diveWhen to get fertility helpThe timelines, the tests, and what happens next.5 min read · Deep diveIVF and fertility treatment: what to expectWho can get it on the NHS, what happens, and how to spot expensive extras that may not help.6 min read · Deep diveFertility options for trans and non-binary peopleThinking ahead before hormones or surgery3 min read · Deep dive
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