Fertility News & Insights

A late period and a negative pregnancy test can be confusing, especially when you're trying to conceive. Learn why your period may be late, when to retest, and how ovulation, PCOS, stress, and thyroid health can affect your cycle.

There’s real biology behind when a pregnancy test can turn positive — and why it might not. This guide breaks down the science of early and late positives, so you can better understand what's happening in your body and avoid unnecessary stress along the way.

Vitamin deficiencies and fertility may be connected. Learn how nutrients like vitamin D, iron, folate, and B12 support ovulation, hormone balance, and conception.

From a medical perspective, fertility awareness involves tracking specific biological markers, including basal body temperature (which reflects progesterone after ovulation), cervical mucus patterns (which shift with estrogen levels), and cycle length variability. These measurable changes provide insight into ovulation timing, luteal phase adequacy, and overall hormonal balance.

First and foremost, a semen analysis is an essential test in assessing male fertility. According to the World Health Organization (2021 Guide), this test examines: semen volume, total sperm count, sperm concentration (number per mL), motility (movement), and morphology (shape). Some important reference values are as follows:

A Science-Based Pregnancy Test Guide for Early Results, Best Timing, and False Negatives Taking a pregnancy test can feel like a big moment if you’re trying to conceive. Some people may test early out of hope and others may wait because they’re afraid of disappointment. The reality is that timing plays a huge role in what a pregnancy test shows and testing “too early” is one of the most common reasons for confusion and unnecessary stress. Now, pregnancy tests do not detect pr

Alberta’s fertility care landscape includes ART medical clinics, functional medicine services, and complementary therapies. This guide walks you through the top fertility resources in Edmonton and Calgary.

The prevalence of PCOS is growing, and the symptoms can have a profound impact on a woman's physical and mental well-being.