Symptoms of Ovulation As the saying goes, "knowing is half the battle." Understanding and recognizing the symptoms of ovulation will greatly increase the chances of getting pregnant for any woman. It does not matter if you are in your mid-twenties or mid-forties, not knowing the symptoms of ovulation will likely mean that you are not able to conceive. Statistics have shown the number one reason that most women have trouble getting pregnant, not understanding when to get pregnant. Intercourse at the proper time is more important than any other factor and is the reason why recognizing the symptoms of ovulation is so important. So how can you tell? There are several physical indicators of ovulation, ovulation testing and ovulation calculation. Using all of these methods in connection with one another will give you a much higher chance of getting pregnant fast. Physical Signs The physical signs are something that you have probably already experienced in the past and will be able to recognize in the future. Tender breasts, a bloated stomach and a change in cervical mucus are the three most significant and apparent factors when a woman is ovulating. Breasts become tender due to the sharp change in hormone levels during ovulation and body temperature will also increase. The feeling of a bloated stomach is due to the egg progressing through the fallopian tube. This can be quite uncomfortable for some women. Cervical mucus becomes heavier and often becomes more slippery and transparent. This is also due to the change in hormone levels. Physical symptoms of ovulation are the cheapest to detect but may also be the most difficult. Ovulation Testing There are several ways to test for ovulation. LH (luteinizing hormone) levels increase prior to ovulation and can be tested at home with a simple urine test. The only downside to this type of testing is the need to do it in advance. Testing must occur two days prior to ovulation and a woman that doesn't have a regular cycle may find this difficult to time accurately. LH testing has become so commonplace that you can likely buy an ovulation test at your local grocery store. This method is mainly recommended for women that have regular cycles and no reproductive disorders that disrupt normal hormone levels. Ovulation Calculation It can be possible to calculate ovulation but this also has its drawbacks. This method is again most effective for women that have regular periods that they can monitor. Since ovulation only occurs once during the menstrual cycle, knowing the day ovulation occurs can mean the difference between getting pregnant and not. There are some very generic ovulation calculators that a person can use online up to an advanced calculator that takes your personal factors into consideration. They also range from free to quite expensive. This is your decision based on your level of desire to get pregnant. Conclusion Using all three methods to recognize symptoms of ovulation will ensure the greatest ability to get pregnant quickly. It is also important for a woman to consider her overall physical health, diet and exercise since all these factors will affect her ability to conceive. Don't get frustrated if you don't get pregnant right now. It is still a natural cycle that may take time. If you can't wait any longer to get the feeling of being a mom, you really need to know everything you can do to better your chances. Learn more from the author of one of the most sought after pregnancy guides "The Pregnancy Miracle."
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