Getting Pregnant

Clear, kind guidance for trying to conceive: finding your fertile window, spotting early signs and knowing when to test.

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How to calculate your ovulation day and fertile window

Your best chance to conceive falls in the five days before ovulation and the day itself. Here is how to find those days using your cycle, ovulation tests and body signs.

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