Infertility is one of the toughest challenges any couple can face. After months and even years of trying for pregnancy, tension can mount. Some marriages disintegrate under the pressure. So if you're feeling discouraged by your lack of a bouncing baby in your arms, you might wonder how you know if you're actually infertile or just having a little trouble and all you need is some more time (and more practice).
Though about one in every seven couples experiences infertility, you should be aware that even with all factors properly aligned, you only have an average of a 25 percent chances of conceiving and then a smaller probability of carrying a child to term. That is not said to discourage you, but to ensure that you know that it can take up to a year for couples to get pregnant despite frequent unprotected sexual relations, so if it has been any less than 12 months, don't worry.
As you can probably guess, conceiving becomes more difficult as you age. Most women experience their greatest years of fertility between the ages of 20 and 24, and your chances of conception can decline rapidly after you hit age 30 and even more so after age 35.
If you are 35 or older, then you may want to have a conversation with your doctor to discuss your options and to receive recommendations on reproductive specialists when you go to the office to discuss your health for pregnancy.
Sometimes being overweight or obese can interfere with your ability to get pregnant, so if you're tipping the scales, then you should try to take measures to drop some of the extra weight. Not only can this increase the possibility of conception, it will also boost your chance of a healthy pregnancy and can assist you in boosting back to a normal weight after you give birth.
Being underweight can also cause problems, so make sure that you are eating a balanced diet that includes heart-healthy fats and protein. Exercising can also help you because building muscle will allow you to gain healthy weight.
Unfortunately, miscarriage is a reality for many hopeful mothers, but one or two failed pregnancies are not necessarily an indicator of future pregnancy loss or inability to get pregnant. More than that, however, can be a bad omen. If you have had more than two miscarriages, then you should consult with a specialist in fertility in Austin.
Serious disorders like Pelvis Inflammatory Disease, endometriosis, sexually transmitted infections, diabetes, cancer, and other diseases can cause infertility, but that doesn't make your chances hopeless. But remember that the most important thing is solidarity with your spouse. Counseling can be beneficial to both of you in the stress of trying to get pregnant. Don't give up!
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