Barrier and hormonal contraception methods only temporarily prevent pregnancy. Once a person stops using these methods, the body’s natural fertility will typically resume. Sterilization methods, such ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Hormones and Fertility in Men: What’s the Connection? Key Takeaways: From ...

Health experts consider sperm count to be an important factor in fertility. Ways of boosting sperm count include getting more rest, quitting smoking, dietary changes, and avoiding medications that may ...

Sarah is an experienced writer and editor enthusiastic about helping readers live their healthiest and happiest lives. Before joining Forbes Health, Sarah worked as a writer for various digital ...

Fertility is complex. Numerous factors can play a role in an individual or couple’s ability to conceive. One of the things I wondered about before I had children was how much of a role nutrition ...

At-home fertility tests for men can offer a glimpse into your fertility, but may still require a follow-up with a doctor. These tests typically assess one or more key factors, such as sperm count (the ...

The total fertility rate in the United States – the estimated number of children that the average woman will have in her lifetime, based on present trends – has generally declined over the past two ...

Fertility in high-income countries has been declining for a hundred years, with few exceptions, and in many areas, it is now extraordinarily low. In Germany, Italy, Japan, and Spain fertility has been ...

Jonathan is a Policy Analyst in the Center for Data Analysis at The Heritage Foundation. The total fertility rate in the U.S. has been below replacement for the past half-century. Childbearing in the ...