What Is a Pregnancy Kit and How Can Ayurveda Help in Supporting Fertility and Early Pregnancy Naturally? - #16055

I recently started trying to conceive, and I have been researching different ways to track pregnancy at home. I came across the term pregnancy kit, which is widely used for detecting pregnancy in its early stages. While I understand that a pregnancy kit works by detecting the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in urine, I still have many questions about its accuracy, timing, and effectiveness. One thing I am curious about is how soon a pregnancy kit can detect pregnancy after conception. Some sources say it can detect pregnancy as early as 7-10 days after ovulation, while others recommend waiting until a missed period for more accurate results. What is the ideal time to use a pregnancy kit for the most reliable reading? Also, do different brands of pregnancy kits vary in sensitivity, and which ones are considered the most accurate? Another concern I have is whether factors like hydration levels, urine concentration, or testing at different times of the day can affect the results of a pregnancy kit. Is it true that testing first thing in the morning gives the most accurate results? What should I do if I get a faint line—does that mean I am pregnant, or should I wait a few more days and test again? Since I am also interested in natural fertility support, I want to know if Ayurveda offers ways to prepare the body for a healthy pregnancy. Are there specific herbs, such as Shatavari or Ashwagandha, that help balance hormones and improve reproductive health? I have also read that Ayurveda recommends certain lifestyle changes to enhance fertility—what are the best practices to follow while trying to conceive? Another important aspect I am curious about is whether Ayurveda provides natural ways to confirm pregnancy before using a pregnancy kit. Are there traditional Ayurvedic methods that women have used for centuries to detect pregnancy based on bodily signs and symptoms? If anyone has experience with pregnancy kits or has successfully conceived using Ayurvedic fertility treatments, I would love to hear about what worked. I want to make sure I am tracking my fertility accurately while also preparing my body for a healthy pregnancy using natural methods.