Basic Facts
You're not alone.
1 in 8 couples have difficulty getting pregnant (2006-2010 National Survey of Family Growth, CDC)
Nearly 12% of women have sought infertility services in their lifetimes.
There are approximately 200,000 cases of reported infertility in the US each year.
Infertility is an equal opportunity misery-maker. It doesn't care about your race, gender, age, religion, hometown, or economic status.
Nearly 12% of women have sought infertility services in their lifetimes.
There are approximately 200,000 cases of reported infertility in the US each year.
Infertility is an equal opportunity misery-maker. It doesn't care about your race, gender, age, religion, hometown, or economic status.
Surprising Facts
General good health isn't a sign that you're fertile.
Sexual positions do not impact your chances of conception.
Biological clocks tick for men too.
Click here for more surprising facts about infertility.
Sexual positions do not impact your chances of conception.
Biological clocks tick for men too.
Click here for more surprising facts about infertility.
Biological Facts
Click here to learn more about the biology and anatomy behind infertility.
Secondary Infertility
I already have at least one child. Why is it so hard to get pregnant again?
You may be experiencing secondary infertility, like website curator Dallas.
Secondary infertility shares the same causes as "primary infertility."
If you've already had at least one child and have been actively trying to get pregnant for six months, go ahead and seek a medical consultation.
Dr. Charles Coddington, M.D., says, "Secondary infertility can be surprising and stressful. Don't try to cope alone. Seek support from your partner, family and friends as you talk to your health care provider about the next steps."
Click here to learn more about Secondary Infertility.
Secondary infertility shares the same causes as "primary infertility."
If you've already had at least one child and have been actively trying to get pregnant for six months, go ahead and seek a medical consultation.
Dr. Charles Coddington, M.D., says, "Secondary infertility can be surprising and stressful. Don't try to cope alone. Seek support from your partner, family and friends as you talk to your health care provider about the next steps."
Click here to learn more about Secondary Infertility.