Signs of Ovulation Help Guide!

The most common Signs of Ovulation!

Signs of ovulation range from the discreet to the obvious, but it’s impossible to see something that you’re not looking for. Charting cycles and using ovulation kits are great steps in the detection process, but recognizing the symptoms and signs is an even better way to realize when ovulation is about to occur. In fact, many tests and charts can’t accurately predict your most fertile days because of potential monthly cycle fluctuations. It’s a myth that every woman’s cycle lasts 28 days – ovulation can occur at almost any time between menses. Your body will let you know when it’s time to copulate by displaying these four major changes:

Hormones

Almost every function of the reproductive system is controlled and regulated by hormones. That means that throughout the month your body will be producing different chemicals in different amounts.

Estrogen is the main trigger of many functions that are necessary for ovulation. As ovulation approaches this hormone will be produced in excess in order to facilitate the growth of blood vessels and build lining in the uterus. On the day of ovulation, estrogen will decrease and an LH surge will begin which will release the egg. Cramps may be present as the ovarian lining burst and the egg begins it’s journey.

Cervix

Some women may choose to check the position of their cervix once a day in order to detect ovulation early. Normally the cervix will be positioned low and easy to reach. The texture should feel firm before and after menstrual cycles. As the date of ovulation draws near, the cervix will rise and become much softer. The cervix will be open in order to allow sperm to enter the uterus. These checks are very reliable and the progression of the ovarian cycle can be monitored very effectively to maximize planning.

Mucus

The cervix will also produce an increased amount of mucus in the days directly surrounding ovulation. Infertile cervical mucus is thick and cloudy, and may be completely nonexistent. As fertility increases the discharge will become more liquid and clear. This CM provides a hospitable environment for sperm so that they may live longer inside the uterus and have a higher chance of coming in contact with the solitary ovum. This is one check that can be performed more than once a day to best catch the egg in action.

Temperature

Basal body temperature is measured every day upon waking. A very sensitive thermometer or special BBT monitor is necessary because the change in temperature will be extremely subtle. A spike will appear on your chart on the day of or after ovulation as your body acclimates itself to host a potential pregnancy. The temperature will remain high either until you begin your menstrual cycle and will remain high in the case of successful conception.

Even if you have charted vigorously and read the signs of ovulation right, it may take months of trying to achieve the desired results. As you can see, pregnancy requires a lot of factors to go just right and the stress of trying to conceive could further impede results. The best chance is to enjoy the experience of procreation while still being aware of the signs of ovulation to time the magic just right.

Making a baby requires preparation, timing, luck, and a lot of love and elbow grease.