Dr. Jani Jensen

How long is a full-term pregnancy?  In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Jani Jensen explains why there are some [...]

For some couples, having a baby can seem impossible.  In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Jani Jensen looks at [...]

For some couples, having a baby can seem impossible.  In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Jani Jensen looks at [...]

For some couples, having a baby can seem impossible.  In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Jani Jensen looks at [...]

Doctors have known for a long time that smoking is associated with infertility and early menopause. But the impact [...]

How long is a full-term pregnancy?  In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Jani Jensen explains why there are some limits on [...]

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My husband and I are thinking about starting a family. We are both in our late 30s and know it might take some time. Do ovulation predictor kits really work for people trying to conceive, or are they just a gimmick? Also, are there any tests you recommend before we start trying to get pregnant? ANSWER: For couples who would like to become pregnant, ovulation predictor kits can be very useful. And although there’s no specific tests recommended for everyone before getting pregnant, it is a good idea for both you and your husband to meet with a doctor before you try to conceive to review your medical and family history.

Fertility ... the ability to make a baby ... is affected by a host of factors. From diet and stress ... [...]