Fertility 101: How to try to get pregnant (explained by a fertility doctor)
Too Much Information, the women's health podcastShow Notes
What are the chances of getting pregnant each month? How do you know when you're ovulating? Is there a "best" sex position to conceive? And can the pill, stress, or diet affect your fertility?
On this episode of Too Much Information, Issy is joined by fertility doctor Dr Nagla Elfaki (@fertilitydrnagla) for a back-to-basics, myth-busting guide to trying to conceive (TTC).
They break down how conception really works, explain what’s normal (and what isn’t), and cut through the misinformation you might find on social media.
Expect expert advice made simple, honest answers, and the facts about getting pregnant that sex education missed.
We’ll be answering the questions… 💭 Should I do an AMH test? 💭 Does the pill affect fertility? 💭 Do we need to have sex every day to get pregnant? 💭 What supplements should I take when TTC? 💭 Should I put my legs in the air after sex?
If you're trying to conceive or curious for the future, this episode will help you feel more informed and less overwhelmed.
About the expert: Dr Nagla is a OBGYN doctor specialising in reproductive medicine. Alongside her work at a leading UK fertility clinic, she shares evidence-based fertility tips for TTC and IVF on social media. 🔗 Instagram: @fertilitydrnagla
🎙️ Too Much Information is the women’s health podcast that mixes real stories with expert insight. No judgement, just facts explained with a healthy dose of realness. 🔗 Instagram: @too.much.info.podcast
More from Too Much Information, the women's health podcast
How can you fix bloating and low energy? Should you be taking a probiotic for your vaginal microbiome? Can poor gut health affect your hormones, or even make it harder to get pregnant?
Does diet in the two week wait actually make a difference? Is beetroot juice backed by science, or just TikTok folklore? Pineapple core, Brazil nuts, French fries... can anything you eat actually help an embryo implant?
Are you using the word "vagina" wrong? What does a normal vulva actually look like? Is it okay if sex sometimes hurts? And why does your body change so much in your 30s and 40s?
What simple hacks can help you eat healthily when you're short on time? Do you really need more protein? And why is fibre so important?
What does it feel like to have an embryo transfer? Is natural better than medicated? And what should I be doing and not doing to increase the chances of implantation?