We got married last year and now planning to start trying. Honestly im a bit clueless about timing and all. Would love if someone can share what worked or where to even begin.
I have PCOS so my cycles were irregular and tracking ovulation was tricky for me. If your periods are not regular or it's been a while trying, please see a gynac early, they can guide and check things. Dont compare your timeline to others, every body is different.
Main thing is timing around your ovulation, roughly the middle of your cycle if it's regular. Have a healthy routine, start folic acid, and dont stress over every month. Both my pregnancies happened when we stopped overthinking it.
I used an ovulation tracking app and ovulation strips, it really helped me figure out my fertile window. Combine that with folic acid and a decent sleep schedule. If a few months pass with no luck, a doctor visit just clears the doubts.
Be gentle with yourself in this journey, i know how much hope goes into each month. Start with tracking ovulation and basic prenatal care like folic acid. If it takes longer than expected, seeing a fertility specialist is not a failure at all, it's just getting the right help.
We are also trying since few months and it can feel confusing in the start. What helped me understand is tracking my cycle and the fertile days around ovulation. Take folic acid, eat well, and try to relax, the stress part is the hardest honestly.
Track your fertile days, stay healthy and dont stress too much yaar, stress is a real mood killer. It can take a few months and that's totally normal. Sending you good luck.