Does CBD Affect Fertility?
CBD’s effect on fertility is not well understood, and the limited research, mostly animal studies, raises enough concern that experts generally advise avoiding CBD while trying to conceive. Some early studies suggest CBD could affect reproductive hormones or sperm, so the cautious position is to treat it like THC in this specific context and pause it.
Unlike THC, CBD does not get you high, but that does not automatically make it safe for fertility, and the honest answer is that we do not know enough. Most of what exists is preliminary animal research, some of which suggests CBD could influence reproductive hormones or affect sperm development (U.S. Food and Drug Administration). There is very little high-quality human data either way. Because the endocannabinoid system is involved in reproduction, and because CBD acts on that system indirectly, researchers are cautious rather than reassuring.
Given the uncertainty, the sensible position for anyone actively trying to conceive is to err on the side of caution and pause CBD, the same as you would with THC, until more is known. This is not a settled science question, so it is worth discussing directly with a fertility doctor who knows your history rather than assuming CBD is risk-free because it is non-intoxicating. For the better-studied cannabinoid, see does THC affect fertility.
Frequently asked questions
Does CBD Affect Fertility?
CBD's effect on fertility is not well understood, and the limited research, mostly animal studies, raises enough concern that experts generally advise avoiding CBD while trying to conceive. Some early studies suggest CBD could affect reproductive hormones or sperm, so the cautious position is to treat it like THC in this specific context and pause it.
Is CBD safe when trying to get pregnant?
There is not enough evidence to call it safe, and some early research raises concerns, so most experts advise avoiding CBD while trying to conceive. Ask your doctor for guidance based on your situation.
Does CBD lower sperm count?
Some animal studies suggest CBD could affect sperm or reproductive hormones, but human evidence is very limited. Because the picture is unclear, the cautious step for men trying to conceive is to pause CBD.
Is CBD safer than THC for fertility?
Not necessarily. THC has clearer evidence of harming fertility, but CBD is simply under-studied, not proven safe. In the fertility context, caution applies to both, and pausing either is the conservative choice.
Can I use CBD after conceiving?
No, CBD and cannabis use during pregnancy is discouraged by health authorities. This page addresses fertility before conception; for pregnancy and nursing, follow your doctor's guidance and avoid use.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk to a healthcare provider about menstrual, hormonal, fertility, or menopause concerns before using cannabis or CBD, especially if you are trying to conceive, are pregnant or nursing, or take medication. TribeTokes products are hemp-derived and contain less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC under the 2018 Farm Bill. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.