Pilot Husband, MNC-Employee Wife Tried for Years—A Simple Timing Mistake Was the Real Reason Pregnancy Didn’t Happen

For many couples, a negative pregnancy test after months—or years—of trying can be emotionally exhausting. But according to fertility expert Dr. Mahima, the reason isn’t always infertility. Sometimes, the problem lies in simple, overlooked mistakes made by couples themselves.

A recent case she handled highlights exactly this.

Trying for 1.5 Years, Yet No Pregnancy

Dr. Mahima shared on Instagram that a 30-year-old couple approached her after trying unsuccessfully to conceive for a year and a half. Despite persistent efforts, every attempt ended in disappointment.

On examination, the woman’s menstrual cycle was regular, her lifestyle was healthy, and her diet was balanced. There were no addictions, no medical conditions, and no visible issues that could hinder conception. Yet the pregnancy wasn’t happening—leaving the couple mentally drained and anxious.

The Husband’s Tests Were Normal Too

The husband was equally proactive. He underwent fertility tests as well, and everything came back normal. His sperm count was healthy, his daily habits were good, and there were no red flags in his reports.

The wife tracked her ovulation carefully and took recommended supplements. On paper, they were doing everything right.

One Question Exposed the Real Problem

But when Dr. Mahima learned that the husband was a pilot and the wife worked night shifts in a US-based MNC, she decided to ask a crucial question:

“Do you both manage to be together during your fertile days?”

At that moment, the couple simply looked at each other—giving the doctor her answer.

No Medical Issue, Just Wrong Timing

As Dr. Mahima explained, the problem wasn’t infertility at all. Their work schedules were so mismatched that they weren’t physically together during the woman’s most fertile days. At times, the husband was in another city or country, while the wife worked through the night.

They were trying, but not at the biologically right time.

This one misunderstanding had kept them from conceiving for almost two years.