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Questions: Becoming pregnant when overweight

Q: “I am 20 years old and wish to become pregnant. My problem is that I weigh around 20 stone. Would it be safe for me to become pregnant?” A: I’m pleased that you’re thinking so carefully about becoming pregnant. The final decision is, of course, up to you, but in terms of your own health…

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Top 10 most commonly asked fertility questions

We answer your most common questions about how to get pregnant and what to do if you’re having problems … What can my partner and I do to improve our chances of conceiving? To maximise your chances of getting pregnant, have sex frequently throughout your monthly cycle, especially in the first half. ‘Sperm can live…

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The secrets of conception: how conception works

Conception is a remarkably complex process. The male has to produce a sperm and the female has to produce an egg which then have to come together at just the right time and in just the right place. If you want to give yourself the best chance of conceiving, it is essential that you understand how the male…

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Conception - Supporting you to a healthy pregnancy

When am I most likely to become pregnant?

What can my partner and I do to improve our chances of conceiving? To maximise your chances of getting pregnant, have sex frequently throughout your monthly cycle, especially in the first half. ‘Sperm can live for three to five days inside the cervix so we recommend having sex every three days to make sure there is a constant…

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