How Much Sperm Is Needed to Get Pregnant? Want a baby? You might wonder about sperm. Yes, it takes just one sperm to make a baby. But getting pregnant isn’t that simple. Main Facts More sperm means better odds of pregnancy Good sperm count is 15 million or more per drop Most sperm never reach … Read more
The first thought for many women who decide to have a baby is to start an exercise routine and eat a healthy diet. However, before you start increasing your current exercise routine, or begin a new workout plan, take a moment to consider this: research has shown that extreme exercise can negatively affect fertility, and … Read more
You might have seen it in films – someone lying with their legs up in the air after sex, hoping it will help them get pregnant. But does this really work? Let’s look at the facts. Getting Pregnant: The Basics To get pregnant, sperm needs to meet an egg. This can happen in two ways: … Read more
Many women find their bowels change during their monthly cycle. You may wonder if the time when your egg is released (called ovulation) can make you feel blocked up. What Is Constipation? You’re blocked up when you poo less than three times a week. But what’s normal varies – some people go once a day, … Read more
In today’s modern world, taking an early pregnancy test is very easy and can be done in minutes in the privacy of your own home. Just nip to the toilet and pee onto a plastic stick and you will know in minutes if you are pregnant or not. However this kind of convenience is relatively … Read more
According to a new report in The Guardian, UK experts say we may soon be able to make human eggs and sperm in labs. Thanks to money from tech firms, this could happen in the next ten years. These lab-made cells could help many people have babies. They could help older couples who want kids. … Read more
With this new “Fitbit for Fertility”, you can find out when your ideal time to get pregnant will be. Since the launch of the Apple Watch, many years ago, technology has taken a leap forward. Some wristbands can be used to answer calls, others can track health and fitness related data, and now there’s a … Read more
As a woman, you must take steps to protect your fertility for as long as possible, regardless of whether you want to have children or not. Being fertile is essential for your health. The simple tips given here will help you stay fertile for the longer term, keep you fit and strong for years and, … Read more
Your body usually releases an egg around day 14 of your cycle. Sometimes this happens later, which we call late ovulation. Let’s learn more about why this happens and what it means for you. What is Late Ovulation? Late ovulation means your body releases an egg after day 21 of your cycle. This can make … Read more
A clinical trial suggests that women who are thinking about having a baby should take recommended supplements, as they will have an increased chance of becoming pregnant. The Royal Free Hospital and University College London conducted a recent study using 58 women. In this study they focused on pregnancy rates when the women were given … Read more