Eggs take a long time to produce in the ovary, and thus are one of a body's precious resources. It has been theorized that the body has mechanisms to help the ovary ensure that ovulated eggs enter the ...

“Inositols help restore more regular menstrual cycles, improve egg quality and reduce insulin resistance for many women with ...

No one ever plans to struggle with infertility. But, for those having trouble conceiving, it's a good idea to talk to a doctor about next steps. That may include undergoing assisted reproductive ...

Editor’s Note: Robert Martin is the A. Watson Armour III Curator of Biological Anthropology at the Field Museum in Chicago, as well as a member of the Committee on Evolutionary Biology at the ...

Pregnancy is often talked about as though it's a light switch. You're a regular person walking around and then a switch flips — presto, you're pregnant. The reality is more nuanced. "Sex ed really ...

What ovulation signs can I look out for if I'm trying to conceive? Understanding when you're ovulating—and having sex regularly five days before and on the day of ovulation—can improve the odds of ...

When a couple decides they are ready to begin actively trying to start a family, many believe it will be simple. They stop using whatever form of birth control they had in place and simply wait for ...

Most sex-ed programs cover the basics of conception, but when it comes to ovulation, many are left in the dark. And even if you were lucky enough to learn about ovulation in school, it's typically not ...

An estimated 10 percent of couples in the U.S. struggle with infertility. While a variety of factors can make it difficult for some people to get pregnant, ovulation disorders are a leading cause of ...