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.

Fertility MOT will be exhibiting at this year’s Fertility Show, at London’s Olympia on 5 and 6 November.

The show, which is expected to attract over 3,000 visitors, is the key annual event designed to give couples trying for a baby as much information as possible – whether they need help to conceive or just want to know more about their own fertility.

At our stand you’ll be able to find more about what a Fertility MOT involves, and speak to our staff face-to-face about the implications of your test results.

So if you’re planning to come to the Fertility Show, make sure you visit our stand to get more details about investigations into your fertility. Remember that most Fertility MOT tests are usually completed within one menstrual cycle, so you could have answers in as little as four weeks. You also don’t have to be tested as a couple, you can be tested individually.

If you have any questions before you come to the show, click here for our FAQs page. To book tickets to the show, visit www.fertilityshow.co.uk.

If you’re trying for a baby, you’ll no doubt be reading up on as much information, tips and advice as possible to ensure you conceive successfully. You might have heard rumours that post-coital headstands will help or old wives’ tales of eating certain foods – none of which are true. So here’s our quick tips for getting pregnant, to help you along the right path.

First and foremost, check your lifestyle. Cut out the alcohol, stop smoking and reduce your caffeine intake. Avoid raw or undercooked meat, raw eggs and soft cheeses. We also advise you start taking 400 micrograms of folic acid every day to decrease the risk of neural-tube defects, such as Spina Bifida, once you do conceive.

Next, get to know your menstrual cycle. Ovulation happens around 14 days before the first day of your next period, so have sex regularly from about four days before you ovulate. Sperm can live for several days inside the body so making love before ovulation happens, gives it time to travel up the Fallopian tubes.

What about your weight? Being overweight or obese can affect your chances of conception as well as the health of your baby should you conceive. The chances of you conceiving are significantly reduced if you are overweight, so follow a sensible diet and exercise plan. It’s vital you visit your GP before embarking on any weight loss plan so make sure you book yourself an appointment.

Finally, relax and be patient! It can take some time before you get pregnant and worrying or stressing about it won’t help. Remember to enjoy this part of the process. It’s supposed to be fun after all. And being relaxed is the best plan of attack.