<p>In this episode of <em>Fertility with Jaya</em>, I walk you through one of the most common questions I get asked:</p><p><strong>How long should you try to get pregnant naturally before seeking help or jumping straight into IVF?</strong></p><p>I’ll explain what the official guidelines say, when those don’t apply, and what most couples <em>miss</em> before starting treatment. I also break down my 7-step preconception framework that helps shorten the fertility journey and improve outcomes naturally and medically.</p><p>If your journey has felt overwhelming or stuck in limbo, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a plan.</p><p>What We Cover</p><p>* How long to try naturally based on your age</p><p>* Why you don’t need to wait before getting support</p><p>* When IVF isn’t the best next step</p><p>* My 90-day (or 6-month) preconception care window</p><p>* The 7-step fertility framework I use with clients</p><p>* Why “unexplained infertility” is rarely unexplained</p><p>* What to do if you’ve been told everything is “normal”</p><p>* When you <em>shouldn’t</em> wait to get help (red flags and diagnoses)</p><p>* Why your partner’s health matters just as much as yours</p><p>* What “aligned action” looks like on your fertility roadmap</p><p>My 7-Step Preconception Framework</p><p>* <strong>Track</strong> – Understand your cycle and ovulation timing</p><p>* <strong>Test</strong> – Use functional medicine testing, not just basic bloodwork</p><p>* <strong>Supplement</strong> – Targeted support based on lab results</p><p>* <strong>Him</strong> – Male fertility matters: testing and 90 days of prep</p><p>* <strong>Nutrition</strong> – Eat with intention (protein, fiber, less sugar)</p><p>* <strong>Restore</strong> – Support your nervous system and manage stress</p><p>* <strong>Decide</strong> – Align your next step based on real data, not panic</p><p>Connect with Me</p><p>* 🌐 Website: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fertilitywithjaya.com/">www.fertilitywithjaya.com</a></p><p>* 📷 Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/fertilitywithjaya">@fertilitywithjaya</a></p><p>* 📺 YouTube: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitywithjaya">Fertility With Jaya</a></p><p>* 📬 Join the Newsletter</p><p>If this episode helped you:</p><p>* Please <strong>follow or subscribe</strong> to the show</p><p>* <strong>Leave a review</strong> on Apple or Spotify it really helps</p><p>* <strong>Share this episode</strong> with a friend who’s navigating the fertility journey</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://fertilitywithjaya.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">fertilitywithjaya.substack.com</a>