How Can I Improve My Chances of Getting Pregnant?

If you’ve been looking for answers and support in your journey to become pregnant, here’s where you can get help! In fact, why not check your fertility status now, by taking our questionnaire?

How Can I Improve My
Chances of Getting Pregnant?

Getting pregnant doesn’t always happen straight away. It is an amazing experience, but what most couples don’t realise is that it’s more complicated than it seems. Over the past three decades, fertility science has helped millions of couples overcome their difficulties and have a family of their own¹. Depending on what is causing your fertility problems, there are a range of tips and treatments available to help you to have children.

You may need more time, and if it doesn’t happen after a given number of months, the couple may need medical assistance or more advanced treatment. But with the right support, many couples may be able to achieve their dream of having a child.

Fertility can be a challenging subject and acknowledging that you may need some assistance can be painful. However, seeking help to conceive is a brave and positive step forward. As age has a strong impact on fertility (with a woman’s fertility decreasing as she gets older)², the sooner you seek help the closer you can be to having a baby of your own.

How Many People
Are Having Problems Getting Pregnant?

There is always great comfort in knowing that you are not alone. In 2020, the total fertility rate (TFR) was at 1.7 in Malaysia⁶ and 1.1 in Singapore⁷. Following the trends of the past decades, it is expected to fall even further. This TFR score refers to the number of successful babies being born per woman in her reproductive years, and compared to about 4 decades ago this number has dropped significantly in both countries, signalling potential fertility issues.

So, if you’ve been looking for answers and support in your journey to become pregnant, here’s where you can get help! In fact, why not check your fertility status now, by taking our questionnaire?

We have the information and resources about treatment options you need to find the nearest fertility expert. Seek the advice of an expert now so that you know your next step in starting your family!

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