Newbie

This is going to sound like a stupid question but what are the signs that you are ovulating? I know it is supposed to be on CD 14 but I am sure this isnt the same for everyone especially those with irregular cycles. Any info would be helpful
thanks,

Re: Newbie

Signs of Ovulation

Egg White Cervical Mucus (very sticky, stretches, clear, etc..)

Higher BBT if your temping.

Some ppl feel twinges or cramping when they "O"

Some may have light spotting. Or pink tinted CM.



& your right not everyone O's at day 14.

Re: Newbie

Yes, PLEASEEEEE do not think ovulation is on CD14. That is a very common misconception.

One possible way of GUESTIMATING when you potentially O is to take your average cycle length and subtract 12 from it and also subtract 16 from it. The average luteal phase (the number of days between when you O and when you get your period) is 12-16 days. BUT, due to many life factors like stress, your date of Oing can change.

So like the PP said, look out for the signs especially:

- Increase in CM, especially if you have EWCM. BD everyday or every other day you have EWCM!!!! That is the best kind of CM that sperm can survive in.

Note that it is likely that you O'd on the last day you had EWCM or the day after that. But of course, you won't know that until after your CM has dried up, so that's why it's important to BD whenever you have it.

Good luck!!!

Re: Newbie

Do you feel that the OPK are pretty accurate? How do these work? are they just like pregnancy tests?

Re: Newbie

Welcome! Best of luck to you !

Re: Newbie

welcome and good luck