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It's time to ask for help!
But don't worry! That 'help' isn't always IVF - in fact, less than 50% of people referred to a fertility specialist end up having IVF.Trying to conceive can be tough, especially when you don't know where to start. (Turns out learning how to put a condom on a banana wasn't as helpful as our high-school sex-ed teachers had us believe!😩 )And unfortunately, fertility problems aren’t uncommon… 1 in 8 couples have trouble getting pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. I see you, and I'm here to hold your hand. You’re SO not alone.🌟Get the help you need🌟Here Are 4 Tools to Get Started 1. Track your cycle. Diarise any symptoms, how you feel throughout the month, and how regular your periods are. This can help troubleshoot what might be going wrong.2. Test.Many people visit their GP when it's taking longer than hoped to get pregnant, but a standard 7.4 minute consultation won’t allow the time you need to help you on your quest. However, your GP may request some tests. The most important (in my opinion) are:Pre-pregnancy screening testPap Smear/Cervical Screening test and Breast CheckDay 2 or 3 Hormone ProfileSemen AnalysisThey may suggest a Day 21 progesterone test and an AMH test, but I think these test should be done with caution3. Work on your health and lifestyle In the 90-120 days before conception you can make a significant impact on the health of your eggs and sperm. Healthy eggs and healthy sperm make healthy embryos. And healthy embryos make healthy babies.Also, if you're not ovulating due to PCOS, a loss of just 5% of your body weight can help tip you back into ovulation. This could help get the outcome you're after, without intervention! (I know you've probably heard this before, but there are tips and tricks that can help you4. Book a time to talk with me!Check the calendar