Actively trying for a baby

Everything you need to know about trying to conceive, from the best sex positions for conception, to the truth about whether herbs and supplements can help you get pregnant.

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Ovulation, timing and sex

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How you conceive

We all know what goes where, but there's more to making a baby than just sex! We've got the lowdown to help you understand what makes the difference between getting pregnant and not.

Ovulation

When is the best time to get pregnant

Sex positions for getting pregnant

How long will it take to get pregnant?

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Alternative therapies for getting pregnant

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Can reflexology help me to get pregnant?

Can alternative therapies such as reflexology help you to get pregnant? Many women swear they worked for them. We've looked into popular therapies for trying to conceive.

Can herbal remedies help to boost fertility?

Can taking cough medicine help me conceive?

Can green tea and herbal teas help me get pregnant?

Can yoga help me to get pregnant?

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Actively trying for another baby

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What age gap is best between babies?

What are the pros and cons of having children close together versus further apart? We've got all the information you need to help decide if now's the right time for another baby.

My first baby was premature, will it happen again?

How soon after a caesarean can I get pregnant?

Am I ready for another baby?

Can sex selection methods help me have a boy or a girl?

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