Have you been trying to get pregnant for a few months already and the word artificial insemination gives you chills? Maybe you will reach for dietary supplements that could support conception.
However, due to their composition, some of these supplements can mask premenstrual syndrome or block ovulation. Not all of these preparations are controlled as well as the conventional drugs. The purity of the product is not guaranteed, neither are the levels of substances it contains. You may spend a lot of money and a lot of precious time without obtaining the desired results.
Therefore, do not delay your visit of the center of assisted reproduction. The solution is often very simple and at least you will have a clear understanding of your situation. Fertility problems are quite common, affecting up to 20% of couples. There is nothing to be ashamed of.
Also, if you have been trying to conceive for several months already, this is nothing unusual. Even in optimal conditions (both partners are healthy) the probability of conceiving is not higher than 25%. If you have been trying to become pregnant for more than a year now, from a medical point of view this can be defined as infertility. A few simple tests will be necessary to understand where is the problem. Only few months after starting the treatment, 85% of couples are already expecting.