| | Whatever your age, here's what you need to know about how your birth date affects your fertility.
| | | | | When you're mentally ready to get pregnant, you want your body to be ready, too. Here's the good news: In many cases, it will be. But it's also important to remember that your age can affect your fertility. While you're more likely to get pregnant quickly in your 20s, you're more likely to have twins when you're over age 35! No matter your age, it's important to talk to a doctor about your plans. He or she can give you all the information you need, as well as some great fertility-boosting strategies tailored just for you.
Get Pregnant Faster Tip
Got milk? How about ice cream? Now may be the perfect time to enjoy those whole-fat dairy treats you love—minus the guilt. A 2007 Harvard University study found that women who consumed at least one serving of whole-fat milk or ice cream per day (as opposed to the low-fat kinds) had a lower risk of ovulation problems. And don't forget that dairy products contain calcium, too, which is a big-time pregnancy nutrient (and many women don't get enough of it, anyway). Just don't overdo it. One serving a day should be plenty.
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