Fertility and Conception: What You Need to Know
Understanding fertility and the factors that influence conception is crucial for those planning to start a family. Fertility can be affected by age, lifestyle, and underlying health conditions. Women are born with a finite number of eggs, and fertility typically declines with age, especially after the mid-30s. Lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress levels can also impact fertility. Conditions like PCOS and endometriosis can further complicate conception. Monitoring ovulation cycles and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can enhance the chances of conceiving. For those facing difficulties, fertility treatments such as IVF (in vitro fertilization) offer additional options to help achieve pregnancy.