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Saturday 30 November 2024
Salisbury Foundation Trust

Problems when planning a pregnancy

It is not possible to say how long it might take to become pregnant, as it is different for everyone. Some women become pregnant quickly, and for others this can take longer. This may be an upsetting and difficult time.

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Fertility

There are several factors that can impact on fertility, such as:

  • age
  • smoking
  • alcohol consumption
  • weight
  • sexually transmitted diseases (STIs).

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Hormonal and reproductive health can also cause fertility problems, with the existence of conditions including:

  • hormonal (endocrine) disorders, such asÌýÌýand problems with the thyroid or pituitary glands
  • disorders of the reproductive system, such as infections, blocked fallopian tubes,ÌýÌýor a low sperm count

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Increasing your chances

There are things you and your partner can do to increase the chances of getting pregnant.

  • have sex every 2 to 3 days without using contraception – make sure sperm enters the vagina

  • try to have sex around the time you are ovulating – this is usually 12 to 16 days before your period starts
  • try to maintain aÌý, cut down or stop drinking alcohol andÌýdo not smokeÌý– it can help if your partner does this too

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Getting help

If any of the following factors apply to you, please seek support from your GP or local family planning clinic.Ìý

  • you are over 36 years of age
  • you have been trying for a baby for 1 to 2 years and have been unsuccessful
  • you have known conditions that may affect your fertility
  • you would like further information on how to increase your chances of getting pregnant.Ìý

Our staff at Salisbury District Hospital have long been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment they provide for our patients and for their innovation, commitment and professionalism. This has been recognised in a wide range of achievements and it is reflected in our award of ¿´Æ¬Èí¼þ Foundation Trust status. This is afforded to hospitals that provide the highest standards of care.

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