Ovulation occurs in normal women. Observant women may notice some symptoms during ovulation, but these symptoms are not particularly noticeable. If using a thermometer to test body temperature, it will be found that there is a period of high body temperature. In fact, there are many methods to test ovulation, and you can choose according to your actual situation. So how can I know if I am ovulating? What are the precautions during ovulation?
How can I know if I am ovulating
1. Basal body temperature method
The body temperature measured immediately after a normal woman wakes up after sufficient sleep is called basal body temperature. So, it is necessary to use the basal body temperature method to measure the temperature during ovulation when waking up in the morning before getting up. During a menstrual cycle, a woman's basal body temperature undergoes periodic changes. Generally, the basal body temperature is lowest during ovulation and slightly higher during menstruation. After ovulation, the body temperature rises and drops one or two days before the next menstrual period.
2. Menstrual cycle calculation method
For women with regular menstrual cycles, a calendar can be used to calculate their ovulation period. Generally speaking, ovulation occurs on the 14th day before the next menstrual period. Marking this date on the calendar and arranging sexual activity accordingly is the easiest way to conceive. Due to changes in ovulation caused by diseases, emotions, environment, and medication, it should be used in combination with other methods.
3. Cervical mucus method
The mucus secreted by the cervix may become sticky or clear with the changes in the female's menstrual cycle. In the second half of the menstrual cycle, the mucus secreted by the uterus is sticky and thick, forming a "plug" that blocks the cervix. At this time, even the strongest sperm find it difficult to pass through the cervix. During ovulation, the cervix opens and the mucus and water secreted by the uterus increase, becoming clear and thin, making it easier for sperm to pass through and enter the uterus.
Precautions during ovulation period
1. Drinking enough water every day can reduce the growth of bacteria in the urethra.
2. When there is a lot of secretion in daily life, you can use a hair dryer to adjust to warm air and dry the genital area after taking a shower. After taking a shower, you should wear underwear after the genital area is relatively dry.
3. Pay attention to the selection of hygiene products and avoid using pads or toilet paper that contain fragrances, pigments, or deodorizing ingredients. In addition, it is not necessary to use soap or shower gel to clean the vagina. As ordinary shower gel and soap are mostly alkaline with a pH value above 7, they can easily damage the weak acid environment and lead to gynecological diseases.
It is necessary to understand one's ovulation period in order to accelerate the speed of conception. If you want to know the ovulation day more accurately, you can go to the hospital to monitor one cycle of follicles, which can provide a detailed understanding of the growth rate and discharge time of follicles. This examination is relatively expensive. The above is an introduction on how to know one's ovulation, hoping to be helpful to everyone.
