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What is the Fertile Window?

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What is the Fertile Window?

The fertile window takes into account the presence of cervical fluid and confirmation of ovulation so you can narrow down which days you could potentially conceive.

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Top 10 Things to Know About Fertility Awareness Methods

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Top 10 Things to Know About Fertility Awareness Methods

Learning to use FAM for birth control was one of the best decisions of my life. Here are the top facts you need to know to determine whether fertility awareness is for you!

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The TTC Dictionary (AKA Fertility Lingo)

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The TTC Dictionary (AKA Fertility Lingo)

I'm TTC so we DTD every night I'm near O, and I hope my HPT is a BFP! ...Say what? If you're new to the fertility world, you might stumble across some groups or forums with a TON of acronyms. Don't worry-- I gotchu with this 'lil cheat sheet.

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5 Reasons to Get Off Birth Control Years Before Trying for a Baby

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5 Reasons to Get Off Birth Control Years Before Trying for a Baby

Maybe you want a baby… in a couple years. But if you’re on hormonal birth control, you might want to quit it now, while you still have time to prepare your body for pregnancy.

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7 Types of Potentially Problematic Spotting

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7 Types of Potentially Problematic Spotting

Everyone gets spotting from time to time, but if you haven’t learned much about your cycle, you may be confused about what is normal. Find out what types of spotting could be an issue, so you know when to get checked out.

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7 Types of Normal Spotting

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7 Types of Normal Spotting

Everyone gets spotting from time to time, but if you haven’t learned much about your cycle, you may be confused on what is normal. Find out what types of spotting are normal and what causes them.

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Can I Tell When I'm Ovulating?

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Can I Tell When I'm Ovulating?

You’re most fertile around ovulation. A handful of signs can give you a decent idea of when you’re ovulating. This can be great information to know whether you’re trying to avoid pregnancy or hoping to conceive!

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Trying to Conceive? Here Are 3 Questions to Ask Yourself

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Trying to Conceive? Here Are 3 Questions to Ask Yourself

Doctors suggest that couples try to conceive for 12 months before seeking further help. (Over 35 years old? Make it 6 months.) If you’re ready to start trying, ask yourself a few questions first.

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What Consistency Should My Period Be?

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What Consistency Should My Period Be?

Period consistency may be a bit trickier to notice than color. But you can easily learn to decode which textures are healthy— and what might a sign of an issue.

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What Your Period Color is Trying to Tell You

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What Your Period Color is Trying to Tell You

Of all the characteristics of your period, color might be the easiest to notice… but you don’t always think about it, do you?! There’s a whole spectrum of colors that can clue you into your health.

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What is Estrogen?

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What is Estrogen?

You’ve probably seen estrogen pop up in many headlines and studies, some of them fear-mongering and others straight-up confusing. But estrogen plays a big role in your vitality.

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What is Progesterone?

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What is Progesterone?

I guess if you’re like me, you think ALL hormones are cool. But progesterone is especially loved by many, since the right amount helps you feel good and is great for your fertility.

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4 Reasons Pregnancy Isn't Possible After Confirmed Ovulation

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4 Reasons Pregnancy Isn't Possible After Confirmed Ovulation

If you’re familiar with fertility awareness, you know you can have unprotected sex without worrying about pregnancy after confirming you’ve ovulated. But WHY is pregnancy impossible after confirmed ovulation? Here are four reasons for those who need to know it all!

 

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