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The final article in our three-part mini series, “It Starts With The Sperm,” is all about the moment of conception—the egg-sperm fusion. So much leads up to this point, and so much important work is still to come.

We’re back with our second post in our “It Starts With The Sperm” mini series on the key roles sperm plays in conception, pregnancy and baby, and this time, we’re talking DNA. When it comes to male fertility, it’s not enough to have a high sperm count and top marks for motility and morphology. Without low levels of DNA fragmentation, a man’s fertility—along with his ability to successfully conceive with a partner—is affected.

In this three-part mini series, we’re covering all the ways sperm seals the deal for a healthy conception, pregnancy and baby, with a deep dive into three key functions. First up is how a man’s sperm affects placental development. Spoiler: sperm carries what amounts to the architect’s rendering of the placenta, so it’s no small thing!

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects 1 in every 10 women of childbearing age, which adds up to a lot of women. Sure, they’re not all actively trying to conceive, but those who are will find PCOS poses a hurdle. The good news—it’s a hurdle that can be managed

Beli is harnessing the many benefits collagen protein delivers during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery with the release of our latest and greatest product. Meet Beli’s Prenatal Collagen Protein Boost!

Regardless of whether you’re trying to conceive naturally or with assistance–and especially if you’re considering freezing your eggs or sperm—your chances are best when you start with a good egg and good sperm. Here's how to make that happen.