Trying to conceive
Trying to grow your family can bring up big feelings—excitement, worry, confusion, hope. Whether you’ve just started paying attention to your cycle or you’ve been trying for a while and feel stuck, you’re not alone.
Why conceiving isn’t always simple—and why that’s OK
If you’ve been trying to conceive and it hasn’t happened yet, it’s normal to feel frustrated or even blame yourself. Please don’t. There are so many reasons pregnancy might not be happening—and many of them are treatable. Here are a few common factors:
- Ovulation irregularities: PCOS, hormonal imbalances, or stress may be impacting your cycle.
- Egg quality or quantity: Ovarian reserve declines with age, but every person’s timeline is different.
- Structural challenges: Fibroids, endometriosis, or blocked fallopian tubes can sometimes make conception harder.
- Male factor infertility: Issues with sperm count, motility, or morphology are a factor in up to half of all infertility cases.
- Unexplained infertility: Sometimes everything looks “normal,” but conception still doesn’t happen—this is more common than you might think.
Why conceiving isn’t always simple—and why that’s OK
If you’ve been trying to conceive and it hasn’t happened yet, it’s normal to feel frustrated or even blame yourself. Please don’t. There are so many reasons pregnancy might not be happening—and many of them are treatable. Here are a few common factors:
- Ovulation irregularities: PCOS, hormonal imbalances, or stress may be impacting your cycle.
- Egg quality or quantity: Ovarian reserve declines with age, but every person’s timeline is different.
- Structural challenges: Fibroids, endometriosis, or blocked fallopian tubes can sometimes make conception harder.
- Male factor infertility: Issues with sperm count, motility, or morphology are a factor in up to half of all infertility cases.
- Unexplained infertility: Sometimes everything looks “normal,” but conception still doesn’t happen—this is more common than you might think.
How We Can Help
You deserve a plan that’s just for you
There’s no one-size-fits-all path to parenthood. That’s why we take time to get to know you—your health history, your goals, your values—and build a plan that fits. Depending on your needs, your journey may include:
Fertility testing (for you and/or your partner)
Cycle tracking + ovulation support
Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
In vitro fertilization (IVF)
Genetic testing
Third-party reproduction (donor eggs, donor sperm, or surrogacy)
Why Laurel Fertility Care?
A small practice
with a big heart
Choosing a fertility clinic is a big decision—one that deserves thought, care, and a team you can trust. Here, you’ll never feel like just a number on a chart. We’re a small, dedicated team that takes the time to get to know you—your story, your hopes, and what matters most in your family-building journey. What makes us different:
- You’ll always be seen by a board-certified doctor
- We offer the latest in fertility technology with personalized attention
- We’re proud to support LGBTQ+ families, single parents, and diverse pathways to parenthood
- You’ll never have to navigate this journey alone
Why Laurel Fertility Care?
A small practice
with a big heart
Choosing a fertility clinic is a big decision—one that deserves thought, care, and a team you can trust. Here, you’ll never feel like just a number on a chart. We’re a small, dedicated team that takes the time to get to know you—your story, your hopes, and what matters most in your family-building journey. What makes us different:
- You’ll always be seen by a board-certified doctor
- We offer the latest in fertility technology with personalized attention
- We’re proud to support LGBTQ+ families, single parents, and diverse pathways to parenthood
- You’ll never have to navigate this journey alone
“The care we received while trying to become a family was second to none. What was awesome about Dr. Smikle was that every cycle he did something different so we were never doing the same thing twice that didn’t work. Our journey was a long one, but Dr. Smikle and the Laurel team never gave up and they were always positive.”
Bethany G.
Let's talk about what's next
If you’re ready to take a step forward, even just to explore your options, we’re here. Your first consultation is a conversation—not a commitment. Just a safe, supportive space to learn what’s possible.