How can my partner and I boost our chances of getting pregnant

To boost your chances of getting pregnant, here are some key insights from Dr. Andrew Huberman:

1. Understand Fertility Chances: When trying to conceive, even if the woman is 30 years old or younger, the probability of successful conception in the first month is about 20%. This means about 80% of attempts may not result in pregnancy initially 1.

2. Consistency is Key: If conception does not occur in the first month, it's important to continue trying each month. Dr. Huberman highlights that while each attempt has a 20% chance, the cumulative chances improve over time with repeated attempts, as each cycle does not affect the probability of the next 1.

3. Duration of Trying: Couples are often advised to try for about six months. This timeframe allows for enough attempts to assess fertility, given that the probabilities don't change drastically on a month-to-month basis 1.

4. Monitor Health Factors: Ensure that both partners maintain good health—consider factors such as diet, exercise, and eliminating toxins. These can impact fertility rates 1.

For further detailed insights on optimizing fertility, you might want to explore the episode titled How to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females on the Huberman Lab.