Provera is a prescription drug containing medroxyprogesterone acetate, a type of synthetic progesterone. Progesterone is one of the hormones that controls the menstrual cycle and ovulation, the ...

No one ever plans to struggle with infertility. But, for those having trouble conceiving, it's a good idea to talk to a doctor about next steps. That may include undergoing assisted reproductive ...

Many couples trying to conceive find themselves asking the same question month after month: “Did we time it right?” Even after carefully tracking ovulation, confusion often persists about when ...

In theory, a person can become pregnant at any time in their cycle, but it is most likely to happen around the time of ovulation. When ovulation happens will vary according to a person’s cycle.

Pregnancy begins when the fertilized egg implants in the uterine lining. Here's what to know about implantation and how long after fertilization it occurs. Reviewed by Rachel Gurevich, RN When you're ...

Ultrasuperovulation is an advanced technique that significantly increases the number of oocytes, produced by female mice. However, existing ultrasuperovulation techniques have a low fertilization rate ...

In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers in Austria discuss the role of certain minerals in the female reproductive system. The function of minerals for female reproductive ...

Chronic stress may impact hormone balance, ovulation and reproductive health, making conception harder for some couples ...