Can I get pregnant with PCOS?

Many people with PCOS conceive. PCOS can make ovulation irregular, which may take longer, but options exist to support this. A specialist can guide you.

When should I seek help?

If you're planning a pregnancy with PCOS or having difficulty, seek advice, sooner if you're over 35 or your periods are very irregular.

PCOS (PMOS) & Fertility Explained

Name: PCOS (PMOS) & Fertility Explained | Gynaec.com.au
Creator: Dr Priya Sivadas
Published: 2026-07-05
Keywords: PCOS, PMOS, polycystic ovary syndrome, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome

PCOS (PMOS) and fertility

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), now also officially known as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), is described here using the familiar term PCOS.

PCOS can affect fertility mainly by making ovulation irregular. Importantly, many people with PCOS conceive, some naturally, others with support.

This page explains the connection and the options that exist.

Key points

PCOS is a common cause of irregular ovulation.
Many people with PCOS conceive, with or without support.
Options exist to support ovulation where needed.
A specialist can guide an individual plan.

Last reviewed 5 July 2026

How PCOS can affect fertility

Because PCOS can make ovulation irregular or infrequent, it can take longer to conceive. This varies a lot between individuals.

Options that may help

Where ovulation is irregular, options to support it may be discussed, alongside general health measures. These are considered individually with a specialist and framed as options, not guarantees.

When to see a specialist

If you have PCOS and are planning a pregnancy or finding it hard to conceive, it's reasonable to seek advice, earlier if you're over 35.

Frequently asked questions

Sources & further reading

This page is structured around information from reputable Australian health bodies:

More plain-language reading from Dr Sivadas.

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Dr Priya Sivadas

FRANZCOG, CREI, MMed · Fertility and Gynaecology Specialist

Last reviewed: 5 July 2026

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