Conception occurs when sperm fertilizes an egg found in the fallopian tube, creating a zygote that can eventually become an embryo. Conception — and ultimately, pregnancy — can involve a surprisingly ...

Polycystic ovary syndrome, affecting one in five women, is often misunderstood as a cause of infertility. Experts emphasize ...

When couples plan a pregnancy, one of the most common questions they ask is “If we have sex on ovulation day, does that ...

Don’t you think schools should rethink what is covered in Sex Ed class? I hardly remember what was covered, but I know that A) It didn’t make a lasting impression and B) It wasn’t any of the important ...

Your daily habits may affect your hormones without you ever noticing them. The role of your hormones for conception is way ...

Many couples face similar questions, and understanding the differences between natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies like IVF can make the journey less overwhelming.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about disability visibility and accessibility. When Modern Fertility graduated from Y Combinator in the summer of 2017, it ...

For some couples, getting pregnant is quick and easy. For others, things are not as easy. Sometimes, problems are linked to such specific physiological issues as blocked fallopian tubes in the woman ...

Knowledge is power when it comes to your cycle and family planning. Here’s a breakdown of the best fertility monitors, according to a healthcare professional. If you’re a generally healthy person ...