Can women get pregnant with only one ovary?” Yes. When a woman has two ovaries, they usually take turns releasing the egg every month. If there’s just one ovary, it will take over producing estrogen and releasing an egg every month, as long as the remaining ovary and fallopian tube are healthy. If … [Read more…]
When Do You Ovulate?
When does your ovulation period usually start and how long does ovulation take?” Ovulation is a 12 to 24-hour time frame when an egg is released from one of your two ovaries, travels down a fallopian tube and into your uterus, and either is fertilized, attaches to the lining of your uterus and … [Read more…]
How Can I Improve my Chances of Conceiving?
Could you please expand on the methods that help in increasing the chances of conceiving? Thanks!” One of the simplest methods to increase the odds of conceiving is to chart your cycles and watch your body’s signs to try figure out what day you’re most likely to be fertile, which is almost always … [Read more…]
Could a Positive Ovulation Test Mean I’m Pregnant?
We tried to conceive in March. I won’t get my period for another few weeks. I just took an ovulation test and it was positive. Can I still be pregnant and ovulate?” You can’t ovulate during pregnancy, but ovulation predictor kits (OPKs) will show a positive result both while you’re ovulating and … [Read more…]
Does ___ Mean You’re Pregnant?
Being dizzy? … possibly, but low blood pressure or low blood sugar can do that too. Having cramps? … they can also be a sign of PMS, indigestion, or if mostly on one side, ovulation. Feeling disgusted or nauseated by smoke or food odors? Sensitive nipples? Yes, but PMS can also make … [Read more…]