Many women have been taught to believe that as long as they menstruate, they should be able to become pregnant.  But in reality, nothing could be further from the truth, as fertility and menstruation do not necessarily go hand-in-hand.

What’s the problem?  Well, there could be several that would affect fertility, such as:

• Irregular Periods.  This can be caused by any number of issues, including not ovulating on a regular cycle.  No or infrequent ovulation makes getting pregnant incredibly difficult, especially if couples are trying to “time” the conception.
• Periods That Aren’t Periods.  Sometimes, what looks like a period really isn’t one at all and could actually be “spotting”.  And frequent spotting should always be investigated by an OB/GYN to ensure that there isn’t a serious problem.
• Ovulation at Unusual Times.  For some women, ovulation doesn’t take place when it’s “supposed” to (e.g., midway through a menstrual cycle.)  This makes it tough to predict the most fertile time of the month for a female.

If you have been having difficulty getting pregnant, it’s time to see a fertility specialist.  Even if you’re getting a period, it’s not an indicator that you “should” be able to get pregnant without any concerns. 

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