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Know Your Eggs: A Guide to Egg Health, Egg Freezing and What's Next
Eggs. We all know they’re part of the fertility equation, but how much do we really know about egg health? We talk a lot about timing ovulation, tracking hormones, and optimising sperm, but egg health deserves a headline of its own. Whether you’re trying to conceive now or just thinking ahead, understanding what affects your eggs, and what you can actually do to support them, can make fertility feel a little less mysterious and a lot more empowering. Here’s what you need to know. Welcome to The Ultimate Egg Health Guide Learn what egg count (ovarian reserve) really means Understand how egg quality affects fertility Discover what AMH testing can tell you Explore what affects egg health over time Find out when egg freezing might be worth considering No overwhelm. No jargon. Just facts, clarity, and your next best step. DOWNLOAD NOW Egg Health 101: Count vs. Quality First things first: egg count and egg quality are not the same thing. Egg count, your ovarian reserve, is about how many eggs you have left. You’re born with all the eggs you’ll ever have, around 1–2 million, and that number steadily declines over time. Egg quality is about how healthy those eggs are, especially their DNA and ability to develop into a healthy embryo. Quality naturally declines with age, particularly after 35, but it’s also influenced by your overall health, lifestyle, environment, and hormones. So yes, age matters. But it’s not the whole story. And there are things you can do to support egg quality, even if you can’t increase the number of eggs you have. Your Egg Health is a combination of egg reserve and egg quality. What Is Ovarian Reserve? Ovarian reserve refers to the number of eggs left in your ovaries. While there’s no way to count them directly, doctors use hormone tests and ultrasound to estimate your reserve. A lower ovarian reserve doesn’t automatically mean you can’t get pregnant, and a higher reserve doesn’t guarantee it. It’s one piece of the fertility puzzle. AMH Testing, Explained Simply AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is produced by the small follicles in your ovaries. A simple blood test can check your AMH level and give you a rough estimate of your ovarian reserve. A higher AMH usually means more follicles. A lower AMH may suggest fewer eggs remaining. But AMH doesn’t measure egg quality, and it doesn’t predict your chances of natural conception. It’s best used as a guide, not a verdict. A few numbers worth knowing: AMH typically peaks in your late teens to early 20s. It declines slowly through your 20s and more rapidly after 35. By 37, many women have around 25,000 eggs left, compared to the 1–2 million they started with. It’s a useful clue, but not the full picture. A few numbers worth knowing: AMH typically peaks in your late teens to early 20s. It declines slowly through your 20s and more rapidly after 35. By 37, many women have around 25,000 eggs left, compared to the 1–2 million they started with. What Affects Egg Quality? Egg quality naturally declines with age, but that’s not the only factor. Your eggs are sensitive to what’s happening in your body and your environment. Things like stress, smoking, excess alcohol, poor nutrition, lack of sleep, and chronic inflammation can all affect how well your eggs function. The good news? While you can’t stop time, you can support the health of your eggs by focusing on the key 90-day window before ovulation, the time when an egg is maturing and getting ready for release. Nutrition for Egg Quality A balanced diet is one of the most effective ways to support egg health. That means whole foods, plenty of colourful fruit and veg, and nutrients linked to antioxidant protection, hormone function, and cell health. Some key nutrients include: CoQ10 – Supports cellular energy and mitochondrial function. Omega-3s – Help reduce inflammation and support hormone production. Folate – Essential for DNA synthesis and early embryo development. Zinc and Selenium – Support antioxidant defence and reproductive health. Vitamin D – Plays a role in hormone regulation and ovulation. This is where a well-formulated fertility supplement can help to fill any nutritional gaps. OVUM - Time to Conceive, for example, is designed with this 90-day window in mind, combining antioxidants and key nutrients to support egg health, ovulation, and fertility. 👉 Shop the Ovum Time to Conceive supplement here Because knowing your eggs deserves more than a blog post. Join us in raising awareness and celebrating Egg Health Week with this exclusive offer: 🥚 10% off all products in our Egg Health collection Just use the code: KNOWYOUREGGS at checkout. When Should You Think About Egg Freezing? Egg freezing isn’t just for “later”. It’s about giving yourself options, especially if you’re not ready for a baby now, or if medical treatments or conditions could affect your fertility in the future. It’s worth considering if: You’re in your late 20s or early 30s and don’t plan to try for a baby for a few years You have a lower AMH or a family history of early menopause You’re about to undergo chemotherapy or surgery that could impact your ovaries You have conditions like endometriosis that can affect egg quality or quantity The earlier you freeze, generally the better the outcomes, but it’s a very personal decision. Speaking with a fertility specialist can help you understand whether it’s the right choice for you. Life Beyond Fertility Planning Egg health isn’t only about trying to get pregnant, it’s also a reflection of your wider wellbeing. Hormones, sleep, stress, blood sugar, and nutrition all connect back to how your body functions, and supporting them now can benefit you well into the future. 👉 Want to understand your cycle better, too? Try a Tempdrop Cycle Tracker Tempdrop is a wearable sensor that tracks your basal body temperature (BBT) while you sleep, giving you valuable insight into ovulation and your cycle without the daily 6am thermometer routine. It pairs with a smart app that learns your body over time, helping you see when and if you’re ovulating, spot cycle changes, and feel more in tune with what’s going on hormonally. Whether you're trying to conceive or simply want to understand your cycle better, Tempdrop can be a helpful tool for fertility tracking, hormone awareness, and peace of mind. SHOP TEMPDROP Final Thoughts You may not be able to change your egg count, but there’s a lot you can do to support your egg quality and overall fertility. Eat well. Rest. Move. Get curious about your hormones. And don’t wait until you’re “ready” to start learning what your body’s been trying to tell you all along. Because egg health is about more than fertility. It’s about understanding, supporting, and investing in your future. Want to learn more? Download our free Egg Health Guide here.
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hCG in Blood: How Pregnancy Testing Works & Why Blood Tests Are More Accurate
hCG in Blood: How Pregnancy Testing Works & Why Blood Tests Are More Accurate Pregnancy tests are an essential tool for confirming pregnancy, and they work by detecting the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). This hormone is produced by the placenta shortly after a fertilised egg implants in the uterus. While both urine and blood tests can detect hCG, blood tests are significantly more accurate. Let’s explore why. What is hCG? Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that plays a vital role in pregnancy. It is secreted by cells in the developing placenta and helps maintain the corpus luteum, which in turn supports progesterone production to sustain the pregnancy. hCG levels rise rapidly in early pregnancy, doubling approximately every 48–72 hours. How Pregnancy Tests Work Pregnancy tests, whether at-home urine tests or laboratory blood tests, work by detecting hCG. However, the method of detection and accuracy differ between the two types of tests. Urine Pregnancy Tests Urine pregnancy tests are the most commonly used home-based tests. They work by detecting hCG in urine through a chemical reaction that produces a visible indicator, such as a line or a digital readout. Pros: Convenient, affordable, and provide quick results. Cons: Less sensitive, may yield false negatives if taken too early or if urine is diluted. Blood Pregnancy Tests Blood pregnancy tests are performed normally in a medical setting and can detect much lower levels of hCG compared to urine tests. However, the NG Precision all in one pregnancy test can now be used at home. There are two types: Qualitative hCG Blood Test – This test simply confirms whether hCG is present or not, much like a urine test. Quantitative hCG Blood Test (Beta hCG Test) – This test measures the exact amount of hCG in the blood, allowing doctors to track pregnancy progression and detect potential complications. Why Are Blood Tests More Accurate? Blood tests provide greater accuracy for several reasons: Earlier Detection: Blood tests can detect hCG as early as 6–8 days after ovulation, whereas urine tests typically require higher levels of hCG and may not be reliable until after a missed period. Lower False Negative Rate: Since blood tests can detect smaller amounts of hCG, they are less likely to produce false negatives compared to urine tests. Monitoring Pregnancy Health: Quantitative hCG blood tests can help track the progression of pregnancy and identify potential issues such as ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage. (This is done within a medical setting) Conclusion While at-home urine pregnancy tests are convenient and widely used, blood tests offer a higher level of accuracy, earlier detection, and better monitoring of pregnancy progression. If you need confirmation or suspect a pregnancy but receive a negative urine test, a blood test can provide a definitive answer. The all in one at home blood pregnancy test can be used at any time and anywhere, you no longer need to wait for your morning urine.
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Coping with Christmas and Uncomfortable Questions About Your Fertility
Christmas can be particularly difficult when you’re navigating fertility challenges. Practical ways to handle intrusive questions, set boundaries, protect your wellbeing and create a festive season that feels manageable.
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Fertility Awareness Week: Embracing Passion and Hobbies to Support Your Mental Wellbeing
For Fertility Awareness Week, explore how hobbies and passions can create space for identity, connection and emotional relief during infertility or fertility treatment, without pretending they can fix the fertility journey itself.
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Ashwagandha: 5 Things to Know About Benefits and Safety
Ashwagandha benefits and safety explained: what the evidence says about stress and sleep, where claims about energy, hormones and fertility are uncertain, side effects, interactions and who should avoid it.
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