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You’ve decided to start trying. Good for you! Many women get pregnant the first month they try. You’ll likely be pregnant within six months if you’re under 35 years old, or one year if you’re over 35. But keep your clothes on for a minute: the first step is education. Many scary, confusing myths about fertility are still alive and well. So in this section, you’ll learn the basics – including how to boost your chances of getting pregnant.

(Not yet ready to start trying, but curious about your fertility? We’ve created FertilityCheck, a Toronto service to test and report on your fertility — so you can better plan your career, family, and future. Learn more)