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Ovulation...
The Key to Getting Pregnant!

Predicting ovulation is an important key to conceiving.
Learn the physical changes our bodies go through
just prior to ovulation

DEFINITIONS:
  • Ova = Egg
  • Ovary = Organ that holds eggs
  • Ovulation = Release of egg
  • Estrogen = Hormone produced by ovaries
  • Fertilization = Sperm meets Egg

    Before ovulation, estrogen levels rise.
    High estrogen levels:

  • lower BBT (basal body temperature);
  • changes CM (cervical mucus) to EW (eggwhite);
  • changes CP (cervical position); and
  • triggers LH surge (luteinizing hormone).

    OPKs (Ovulation Predictor Kits) detect
    the surge of LH (luteinizing hormone) hormone.

    24-36 hours after the LH surge
    ovulation usually occurs!

    Ovulation is the term used to describe
    the process of an egg(s) being released from the ovary
    24 hours after ovulation,
    the egg must be fertilized
    (sperm penetrates egg and begins cell division
    which is the beginning of baby's life).

    To become pregnant,
    intercourse is recommended
    within 2 days after the LH surge
    (positive OPK).

    Note: If your menstrual cycle is typically
    longer than 40 days or shorter than 21 days,
    you should consult your physician for the recommended day to start testing,
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    You may test at any time of the day at your convenience,
    however, late afternoon seems to be the most popular time.
    You should test at approximately the same time each day.
    Do not consume an excess amount of liquid for at
    least 4 hours prior to performing the test,
    to avoid the dilution of LH in your urine.

     

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