Under 35 and trying to get pregnant

We didn't think it would be like this. You and your partner have been trying to conceive for a while now - without success. Now what do you do? If you are having difficulty conceiving, the most important step you can take is to see a health care provider or a fertility specialist. Find a fertility clinic near you.

Common reasons for infertility in women Common reasons for infertility in men Concerned that something is wrong? Maybe you and your partner are wondering if something is wrong. After all, you may have been trying to conceive for a while without any luck. It may be helpful to review some basic biology of fertility and conception.

When a woman should see a doctor about fertility You should see a fertility specialist anytime you have concerns about your fertility. Seek help (find a fertility clinic near you) if: you are under 35 and unable to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse you are 35 to 37 and unable to conceive after 6 months of regular, unprotected intercourse you are over 37 (women over 37 do not need to wait 6 months before seeing a doctor, because waiting too long to seek help could harm their chances of conceiving) By definition you are considered infertile if you've been unable to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse (or after 6 months if you're 35 or older).

Use these tools to help you on your fertility journey: Fertility clinic locator: Helps you find a fertility clinic near you. Doctor discussion guide: A printable guide that helps organize your fertility and medical history information to bring to your doctor. Basal body temperature (BBT) chart: Helps you track your BBT so you can predict when you will be ovulating.

You're not alone. The following organizations provide support, information, and guidance for people who are trying to conceive or coping with infertility. To find other fertility support organizations, visit the Community Support Database. IAAC (Infertility Awareness Association of Canada) 2160 Nightingale Ave, Montreal, QC, H9S 1E4 Phone: 514-484-2891 Toll Free: 1-800-263-2929 Fax: 514-484-0454 www.