10 Common Fertility Myths Busted!

Facts show that fertility changes throughout a woman's life and doesn't suddenly decline when she turns 35. Rather, many women reach their fertile peak in their early twenties, says Dr. Shari Brasner, author of Advice From a Pregnant Obstetrician: An Inside Guide. This is an age when most women aren't even considering having children yet, says Dr. Brasner. But just because you're not thinking about children doesn't mean your biological clock isn't ticking. Knowing and understanding this from early adulthood can prevent a lot of heartbreak later on and give you realistic expectations about your chances of conceiving.