Trying to Get Pregnant? The 5 Tests You Need

If you're looking to get pregnant, these are the five tests you need to know about:

1. AMH. Tells you your ovarian reserve — roughly how many eggs you have left and how much time you're working with.
2. Thyroid function (TSH and free T3). Your thyroid controls your ovulation. If your thyroid is off, your whole cycle is off.
3. Vitamin D. Low levels are linked to depression, weight gain, fatigue, and even miscarriage — and most women have no idea.
4. Pelvic ultrasound. Gives an in-depth look at the health of your uterus and ovaries — things labs alone can't see.
5. Semen analysis. More than half of infertility cases involve men, so it's just as important for your partner to get checked.

Getting these five tests can save you months of stress, guesswork, and appointments that lead nowhere. Information is the first step to optimizing your fertility journey.