So you’ve decided to have another baby, the time is right for you to add to your family with a second child.

You start trying to conceive, but nothing happens. The months go by, and still no positive pregnancy test. You start wondering….is there something wrong with me? Why can’t I get pregnant again?

If you’re in this situation, you’re not alone. There’s even a name for not being able to get pregnant again, it’s called secondary infertility, and it’s more common than you think.

The good news is that if you’ve been trying for a while and have yet to fall pregnant, it doesn’t mean you need infertility treatment such as IVF. It could just be that you need to try for longer this time, after all, an infertility diagnosis is only considered if you’ve been having regular, unprotected sex for up to two years without getting pregnant.

You should also realise that your age could make it harder to get pregnant again, especially if you’ve waited a few years before deciding to grow your family. Natural fertility starts to decline from age 30 onwards, and even more so from age 35.

But if you’re concerned, you should consider a Fertility MOT test. It can tell you in as little as four weeks (one menstrual cycle) if there are any underlying medical reasons why you’ve not been able to get pregnant again, and can give you the reassurance that you just need to try for longer to conceive.

Secondary infertility is one of the most common reasons couples come to us for fertility investigations. So don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you think a Fertility MOT could help you. Remember you don’t need a referral from your GP, you can simply book an appointment.