Aging exerts detrimental physiologic, histologic, and functional effects on the endometrial extracellular matrix and on oocyte quality, impairing conception and implantation.

Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary reveals how male health before conception is interlinked with implantation, placental strength ...

Although weight status affects fertility, the relationship between fertility and the use of GLP-1s such as Ozempic remains unclear.

Is prepping during the preconception period the answer for hopeful couples?

The amount of time that it takes to get pregnant after sex depends on individual circumstances. Conception can occur in hours or days, and implantation usually happens about a week later. No single ...

Pregnancy marks the beginning of an incredible journey, a time filled with anticipation, wonder, and profound physical and emotional changes. The initial 30 days of pregnancy are particularly crucial, ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Medical professionals often begin counting pregnancy from the first day of a woman’s last menstrual period (LMP), which can confuse many expecting parents. The approach means the first two weeks of ...