Preparing for a pregnancy can be difficult. If you are ready for a baby but are having difficulty getting pregnant, it may be time to consider your options. You should always consult an IVF center and IVF doctor.
Many people overlook the fact that infertility affects men and women equally. There is a 50/50 chance that one of the partners will have fertility issues. Here are seven reasons why you should consult a fertility specialist.
1. You have had sex without using birth control for at least 12 months and have not conceived.
The average time it takes a couple to conceive is five to six months. If you are under the age of 35 and have had unprotected sex (sex without any form of birth control) for the past 12 months, you should consult a fertility specialist.

There are various treatments such as IMSI, ICSI and semen banking. 
2. You are 35 or older.
Our egg quality and number decrease as we get older. (The advantages and disadvantages of ageing!)
If you are 35 or older and have been trying to get pregnant without birth control for six months, you should consult a fertility specialist.
If you are 40 or older, you are technically in the high-risk pregnancy category, and you should consult with a fertility specialist first. Your chances of miscarriage are higher at this point.

3. You've had three miscarriages or more.

Miscarriage occurs when a pregnancy is lost within 20 weeks of conception. Most miscarriages occur because the egg or sperm had the incorrect number of chromosomes, preventing the fertilised egg from developing normally. Miscarriage can also be caused by problems with early development, such as the egg failing to implant properly in the uterus or having structural flaws.
If you've had two or more miscarriages, you should talk to a specialist about having your health monitored while you're trying to conceive. You should be aware if a larger condition is causing these miscarriages.
4. Your partner is having difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection.
Making an appointment with a male fertility specialist is simple. These specialists, known as urologists or andrologists, are experts in the male reproductive system. They can help you find a solution to these problems.
5. You don't have a period, have irregular periods, or have heavy bleeding.
A fertility problem could cause any of the following symptoms:
There is no period: You could be ovulating but not knowing it.
Periods that are irregular: Your brain may be sending incorrect hormone signals, or you may have an ovulation disorder.

Bleeding between periods or after sex could be the result of a uterine polyp or fibroid, or a cervical lesion.

Very heavy periods occur when you bleed for more than seven days, use more than one pad or tampon per hour for several hours, or pass blood clots larger than the size of a quarter. A uterine fibroid or an endocrine abnormality can cause this. We strongly advise you to see your doctor.

6. You or your partner have a history of STIs.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), formerly known as sexually transmitted diseases, are spread through sexual contact. They have the potential to cause inflammation and infection.
They can cause scarring in the fallopian tubes in women, preventing the egg and sperm from ever meeting.
They can cause reoccurring infections in men, affecting sperm mobility, function, and count.
7. You Have a Long-Term Medical Condition
If you have a chronic or long-term medical condition, you are probably on first name terms with your care provider/specialist. It's no different when it comes to fertility. If you have any of the following conditions or diseases, we recommend that you consult with a fertility specialist:
Diabetes Genetic conditions
Cardiovascular disease
Hypertension
Kidney failure
Thyroid disease
You should also see a specialist if you have had cancer (chemotherapy) or if your mother experienced early menopause.
While this process may appear to be overwhelming, there are many caring providers available to assist you. If you identify with any of the above reasons, you can get answers to your fertility questions by seeing a specialist.