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All about ovulation tests

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All about ovulation tests

An ovulation test can help you figure out when you can conceive. Here’s everything you need to know about the tests and getting an accurate result.

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Getting pregnant with my second kid was way easier than my first

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Getting pregnant with my second kid was way easier than my first

From a two-year-long journey to her first-born, to getting pregnant within a month with her second, Natalie Preddie learned no two journeys are alike.

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What are my chances of having twins or multiples?

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What are my chances of having twins or multiples?

Could you be seeing double soon? We break down the factors that increase your chances of having twins.

Kristina Cappetta

Unexpected pregnancy was the best thing that ever happened to me

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Unexpected pregnancy was the best thing that ever happened to me

Nikita Stanley has always been a planner. And while getting pregnant at 25 wasn't in those plans, the role of Mom was the greatest gift she ever received.

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I had morning sickness throughout my entire pregnancy

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I had morning sickness throughout my entire pregnancy

Christine Kissick thought that her pregnancy would be picture perfect but the reality ended up being much different with morning sickness in all trimesters.

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I’m fit and healthy and got gestational diabetes

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I’m fit and healthy and got gestational diabetes

After a tough road to pregnancy, fitness blogger Trisha Enriquez of No Tummy Mommy dealt with something she thought she'd never get: gestational diabetes.

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Why Donald Trump and a bad divorce made me decide to become a surrogate

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Why Donald Trump and a bad divorce made me decide to become a surrogate

"I knew many friends who had struggled with infertility and could understand that pain. Knowing I could alleviate that for a family was an amazing thought."

Stéphanie Plante, as told to Kate Rae

I got pregnant once, so why can’t I again?

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I got pregnant once, so why can’t I again?

Jamie Scrimgeour's first pregnancy happened quick, but she's found that answering the question "so when are you having another baby?" isn't that simple.

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Male infertility is on the rise—so why aren’t we talking about it?

Male infertility is on the rise—so why aren’t we talking about it?

Sperm counts have been in a free fall in Western countries over the last 10 years, yet infertility is still largely seen as a women’s issue.

Sadiya Ansari, Chatelaine

Can losing weight improve your fertility?

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Can losing weight improve your fertility?

Being a healthy weight before pregnancy matters, but dramatic weight loss isn't always practical. Here's what experts say about getting fit for pregnancy.

Cara Rosenbloom

What does it mean to be “infertile”?

What does it mean to be “infertile”?

If you’re struggling to get pregnant, you might wonder what exactly it means to be infertile. Turns out, the answer is trickier than you might think.

Wendy Haaf

Why you shouldn’t worry if you don’t get pregnant right away

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Why you shouldn’t worry if you don’t get pregnant right away

Even if you’ve been trying for months, don’t fret just yet. Most couples conceive within a year, so, chances are, you might still have a few months to go.

Karen Robock

6 ways to increase your chances of getting pregnant

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6 ways to increase your chances of getting pregnant

Getting pregnant can feel like a game of luck, but you have some control over conception. Try these six expert-approved ways to improve your chances.

Karen Robock

Everything you need to know about the fertility drug letrozole

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Everything you need to know about the fertility drug letrozole

Letrozole is a common first line of treatment, whether you have PCOS or unexplained infertility. Learn what it does and how it can help you get pregnant.

Alex Mlynek

Stop telling women who are trying to get pregnant to “just relax”

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Stop telling women who are trying to get pregnant to “just relax”

No woman who is struggling to conceive wants to hear the words “Just relax and you’ll get pregnant.” There are better ways to offer your support.

Bee Quammie

8 little life pleasures to enjoy before you have a baby

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8 little life pleasures to enjoy before you have a baby

Be sure to make time in your schedule for these little life luxuries that will be a bit more difficult when you have a baby.

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How did you tell your partner you were pregnant?

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How did you tell your partner you were pregnant?

There’s nothing better than sharing the happy news that you’re going to have a baby with your partner. We asked readers how they revealed their pregnancies.

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What were you doing when you found out you were pregnant?

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What were you doing when you found out you were pregnant?

Not everyone finds out by taking a pregnancy test in their bathroom. Sometimes a subtle symptom or a call from the doctor takes you by surprise.

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What’s the weirdest place you’ve ever taken a pregnancy test?

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What’s the weirdest place you’ve ever taken a pregnancy test?

Sometimes you just can’t wait till you get home to find out the news. We asked readers for the strangest places they’ve taken a pregnancy test.

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When to talk to your doctor about your fertility issues

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When to talk to your doctor about your fertility issues

Been trying to get pregnant for a while without success? Here’s when you should see a doctor and what you can expect from the appointment.

Vanessa Milne

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