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SOME FAQs ON OVULATION

Do irregular periods make attaining pregnancy harder?

It may be. If you don't have a good idea how many days your cycle will

last, that can make it hard to predict when you'll ovulate. It's normal to

have an irregular cycle or two now and then. But if you continue to have

irregular periods, or if you don't have a period at all for three to six

months, it's time to see your gynaecologist. You may be referred to a

fertility specialist to check for other causes of an irregular cycle, such as

polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), ovarian dysfunction, thyroid

disorder, or an elevated prolactin level.

Does hit and trial work with sex and ovulation?

Of course! You don't have to use ovulation kits or track your symptoms if

you don't want to. Try having sex at least three times a week, particularly

during the middle two weeks of your cycle. Most couples get pregnant

within three months, but it could take longer if you're older, have certain

lifestyle habits that can affect fertility (like smoking), or have a condition

that impairs fertility. Note: If you're younger than 35 and have been trying

to get pregnant for a year without success, it's time to consult a fertility