When it’s time to take the next step in figuring out why you haven’t been able to get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term, there are a lot of tests and tools to help your doctor investigate. I won’t sugarcoat it for you– some of the tests may be uncomfortable. But if you’re like […]
TTC: Anatomy Lesson
Okay, this might sound horrible, but prior to undergoing IVF, I don’t think I ever properly learned all of my lady bits. I mean, of course I’ve heard the words before – cervix, vagina, ovaries, uterus – but I certainly couldn’t tell you where they were, and what they did (well, ovaries, yes, but the […]
TTC: 10 Inspiring Quotes
As many of us know, trying to conceive isn’t always exactly… fun. At times it can be disheartening, frustrating and upsetting. We know. We’ve been there. It can be a roller coaster of emotions, and sometimes it can be a challenge to keep your chin up. So, we’ve collected these inspiring quotes to help keep […]
Ten Ovulation Signs & Symptoms
Cervical Mucus Cervical Mucus (CM), also known as Cervical Fluid, is one of the best and easiest ways to determine whether you are ovulating. Fertile cervical fluid provides the transportation for the sperm – the sperm travels to the egg via the cervical fluid. At the peak, right before ovulation, your CM will become more […]
Temperature Charting Vs. Ovulation Kits: Pros & Cons
When Trying to Conceive, many women find it helpful to better understand their cycles and learn when exactly they are ovulating. There are two great ways to do this – through charting your Basal Body Temperatures, and recording your waking temperatures each morning, and by the use of OPKs, which stands for Ovulation Predictor Kits. […]
TTC Acronym Dictionary
When you’re trying to conceive, there’s an acronym for everything! For those who are new to this all, and even for the seasoned pros, a lot of times you can find yourself wondering, “What the heck does that mean?” Well, look no further. Here’s all the TTC acronym help you need: 2WW: Two Week Wait. […]
