It actually begins long before you even think about motherhood. Youll be most fertile during the two to three days before your temperature rises. All women can benefit from some basic pre-pregnancy planning.
A family history of cancers especially. You can only get pregnant during a narrow window of five to six days a month. You also might want to try an over-the-counter ovulation kit. Although it is possible to get pregnant in the days leading up to your period it isnt likely. Take a moment to learn what you can do now to make sure any future pregnancies are planned and healthy. Record the results and look for a pattern to emerge.
When these fertile days actually occur depends on when you ovulate or release an egg from your ovary.
In the year before pregnancy get in the habit of getting eight hours of sleep per night and seeking out ways to relax. Record the results and look for a pattern to emerge. A healthy pregnancy begins before you become pregnant. You can only get pregnant during a narrow window of five to six days a month. Once youve decided youre ready to have a baby visit a doctor or your local Planned Parenthood health center for preconception care. A family history of cancers especially.