PCOS & Fertility: What You Need to Know at Any Age
Earlier this week on Midlife Monday, we talked about how PCOS symptoms — especially irregular or absent cycles can be mistaken for menopause in your 40s. But PCOS isn’t just a midlife concern. It can affect fertility in your 20s, 30s, and beyond.
🌸 How PCOS Impacts Fertility
PCOS disrupts regular ovulation, making it harder to predict your fertile window. Without ovulation, pregnancy can’t happen — but many women with PCOS still ovulate, especially with the right support.
Why Timing Can Be Tricky
Ovulation may not occur every month
Cycles can range from 21 days to 90+ days
Hormone shifts may mimic other life stages, from puberty to perimenopause
The Good News
With tailored treatment such as cycle tracking, medications, and lifestyle changes, many women with PCOS successfully conceive, whether they’re just starting their family in their 20s, trying for baby number two in their 30s, or considering pregnancy in their 40s.
👩⚕️ At femcare.org, we help women at every stage of life:
Confirm whether they’re ovulating
Understand their unique cycle patterns
Explore fertility-boosting treatment options
Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, understanding PCOS and how it affects your fertility is the first step toward making empowered choices for your reproductive future.
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