How Long Should a Couple Attempt to Conceive Before Seeking Advice from an Infertility Specialist?
For couples who have recently discontinued contraception, the average monthly pregnancy rate approximates 20%. For a typical couple, this means that 50% conceive within 6 months and another 30-40% conceive in the subsequent 6 months. It becomes increasingly difficult to conceive spontaneously after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts. Therefore, infertility specialists recommend evaluation after 12 months of attempted conception. We also recommend evaluation after 6 months in patients over 35 due to concerns related to an age-related decline in fertility.
