Ovulation And Conception – Timing Of Intercourse
So you’ve made the decision – you’re ready to get pregnant. It’s easy, right? As soon as your partner gets home, then get ready, get set – go! But not so fast. Sure, having sex every day might ensure that you’re having intercourse right around that crucial time when your fertility is at its peak. However, if you’re really determined to get pregnant, a little planning can go a long way. Frequent intercourse, especially more than once a day, can deplete your partner’s sperm levels...
Read MoreOvulation Predicting And Early Pregnancy Testing Kits
Testing kits for both ovulation and pregnancy measure levels of substances in your urine, and provide a visual indicator of a negative or positive result, based on concentration in mIU (milli international units). For ovulation, luteinizing hormone (LH) is released in large quantity by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, and stimulates maturation of the follicle and release of the ovum. This spike in concentration initiates a flood of anti-LH antibodies that eliminate LH from the body...
Read MoreWhat to Expect When You Were Not Expecting
For many, a new pregnancy is a source of joy, excitement, and anticipation. An unplanned or unexpected pregnancy, however, can be an altogether different experience. You’re likely to be scared, confused, upset, and under a great deal of stress. During this time it’s important to remember that you’re not the first woman in the world to go through this experience (nor will you be the last); that you do have options; and that there are many good support systems out there to help you...
Read MoreChoosing an Ovulation Calculator and Calendar
So you’re looking for an online ovulation calculator, but aren’t sure which of many hundreds to choose? Don’t worry – while the array of choices may appear to be overwhelming, the process of finding the right website can be both fun and informative. Just keep in mind that you’re looking for something that suits your own personal needs, rather than “the best”. All ovulation calculators have in common that they ask for several key pieces of information that allow the calculator to...
Read MoreHow To Keep Track Of Your Monthly Cycle Through Charting
One of the key aspects of timing your fertility and ovulation, either in order to get pregnant or to avoid it, is charting your monthly cycle. Great, you think – but what does that mean? How do you do it? And what do you chart? Charting your cycle means to keep track of daily changes in your temperature, mood and emotions, hormones, and physical changes. This information is written into a monthly chart that allows you to see how your body changes throughout the course of your cycle. Many...
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