Fertility or infertility

You’ve decided to have a baby! We bet you’re excited and happy about it — founding a family is such a wonderful event!

But you may have many questions. When should I stop using contraception? What is the best time for relations? Am I fertile? There’s so much to know.

This guide can help. It’s divided into three sections. The first one describes how the menstrual cycle works. The second explains how fertilization typically occurs. A final section discusses infertility. After reading it, you’ll know more about the mysteries of fertility, and no doubt be better equipped to tackle the challenges surrounding this sometimes-lengthy process.

Table of contents

• The menstrual cycle
  • Glossary
  • The menstrual cycle
  • Contraception
  • If I want to get pregnant, when should I stop using contraception?
• My fertility
  • When am I fertile?
  • How can I know that I’m fertile?
  • Body temperature method
  • Basal temperature chart
  • Cervical mucus method
  • Ovulation test
  • I think I'm pregnant, but how can I know for sure?
  • Pregnancy test
  • Miscarriage
  • Real loss
• Infertility
  • Female infertility
  • Male infertility
  • What to do if you or your partner are infertile
• Conclusion
• Sources and useful links