It is impossible to say exactly how long it will takes  a woman to get pregnant. This is because pregnancy is affected by a lot of factors such as :

• age
• reproductive health
• general health
• how often you have sex ( Regular sex means having sex every two to three days throughout the month )

Some women conceive  faster. It may take longer for others.

How long does it take to get pregnant ?

Most couples conceive  within 3 months of trying . It may be longer depending  on age, health and other factors. However if you’ve been trying  for about 3 months and dont get pregnant, do not panic, there are certain lifestyle changes that can accelerate  your getting pregnancy. These  include the following :

• dont smoke
• avoid alcohol
• lose weight if you are overweight or gain healthy weight if you are under weight
• eat healthy
• avoid illicit drugs
• limit caffeine intake
• talk to your doctor about your medications. Certain medications can interfere with your chances of getting pregnant

You should also know that if you’ve been on birth control for a while, it may take longer to conceive .

However if you have tried for a year with no success, it is important to seek help from a fertility specialist.

If you are 35 years or older, it is best to get help within 6 months of trying unsuccessfully to get pregnant. Once couples are diagnosed with infertility problems, a  good number of them do get pregnant with medical help. Others resort to other options such as donation, surrogacy and adoption.