As 2025 concludes, fertility specialists recommend couples planning pregnancy in 2026 prioritize medical preparedness alongside lifestyle goals. Dr. Ila Gupta emphasizes that early fertility testing, ideally before actively trying to conceive, can prevent future uncertainties and delays. Recommended year-end evaluations for women include hormone profiling (AMH, FSH, LH, TSH), pelvic ultrasounds, and general health screenings. Male fertility assessments are also highlighted as crucial.