Infertility
What is infertility?
If you and your partner are struggling to have a baby, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world face the same challenge. Infertility is the medical term for when you can’t get pregnant despite having frequent, unprotected Intercourse for at least a year for most couples. Infertility may happen because of a health issue with either you or your partner, or a mix of factors that prevent pregnancy. But many safe and effective treatments can boost your chances of getting pregnant.
Myths vs. Facts About Infertility
- Myth: Infertility is only a woman’s problem.
- Myth: If you try hard enough, you’ll eventually get pregnant.
- Myth: Age doesn’t affect fertility until after 40.
- Myth: Living a healthy lifestyle guarantees pregnancy.
- Myth: Relaxing or adopting makes you conceive.
- Fact: Men can have fertility problems too.
- Fact: Infertility is a medical condition.
- Fact: Fertility declines after 30, more after 35.
- Fact: Living healthy life helps but doesn’t prevent infertility.
- Fact: Many couples still need treatment.
How is infertility treated?
Treatment for infertility depends mostly on the cause and your goals. Your age, how long you’ve been trying to conceive and your personal preferences are factors in deciding on a treatment. Sometimes, one person needs treatment, but other times, treatment involves both partners.
Health Tips & Info
To help reduce the risk of infertility, maintain a healthy weight, eat a balanced diet, and exercise regularly. Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol, and drugs, as they harm fertility. Manage stress, get enough sleep, and limit caffeine. For women, track menstrual health, and for men, protect sperm health by avoiding overheating and toxins. Regular medical checkups can also help detect problems early.