The Truth About Pregnancy No One Tells You

Here's the truth about pregnancy that no one seems to be telling women.

Women who are anxious, have irregular periods, and are struggling to get pregnant go to the doctor and are told nothing's wrong. But often there is.

• Endometriosis is a leading cause of infertility. Many women have it but have never been diagnosed — not because it doesn't exist, but because no one took the time to look.
• PCOS is another common cause, due to its impact on ovulation and hormone balance.

Preconception care means optimizing your body before pregnancy: improving your weight, metabolism, vitamin D levels, hormone balance, and overall health before you try to conceive.

If your body keeps trying to tell you something and you keep getting dismissed, that should not be the end of the conversation. It just means you need the right provider — one who cares enough and has the time to listen.