Symptoms of Ovulation

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When you ovulate, you probably notice that you have some symptoms. If you know what you're looking for, symptoms of ovulation can be very easy to take note of. You usually ovulate between 12 and 16 days after the first day of your last period. During this time, you'll likely notice some slight changes, such as transparent cervical secretions, or a higher basal body temperature. It's possible that you've always known about these changes but simply have paid no attention to them. After all, they're quite subtle. However, it's easy to pay attention to these changes if you know what you're looking for.

The first step to noticing changes in your body is to know your body very well; this is usually extremely simple for women as we are very intuitive by nature Just another plus of being a woman. The first symptom of ovulation is your vaginal secretions will increase and become almost the consistency of raw egg whites, this occurs because of a change in hormones.

Two to three days before ovulation you will notice this increase of clear slippery vaginal discharge, during these days you are fertile but, the last day of the vaginal discharge you are most fertile. This is because it is on this last day of discharge or the day after, that ovulation actually occurs. Remember, sperm can live up to five days in the vagina so even if you have not ovulated having intercourse on these days is very beneficial.

The second symptom of ovulation you might notice is that you cramp. This cramping is called "mittelschmerz," which is German for "middle pain." You usually feel this pain on one side, where your ovaries are located. This pain happens because the unfertilized egg is released and then moves down the fallopian tube. This can either be a constant pain, or a sharp and brief pain that comes and then goes quickly. It might happen several times during the day.

You may notice that you get this type of ovulation pain every month, but more frequently, it occurs every third month. For most women, this pain disappears within 68 hours. However, it can last for as long as 24 to 48 hours. Less commonly, you may also experience pain during intercourse, frequent urination, bloating, or nausea. Again, this is all completely normal.

You may notice that your vaginal secretions are becoming slightly pink during this time, too. This is completely normal and these types of symptoms vary from woman to woman. One good way to check and see if you're ovulating is to check your basal body temperature. After ovulation, your temperature will rise approximately 0 .4 to 1 degree.

In addition to the above listed symptoms, you may also find that you actually feel more sexual and want to have sex more often. This is just your body's way to make sure that you increase your chances of conception. After all, it takes two to make a baby!

Even though this might seem like a lot of information, if you become more familiar with your body over the long run, you'll not only be able to identify your symptoms of ovulation, but can also shorten the time it takes you to conceive.

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I hope you found this helpful, put I've listed even more symptoms of ovulation on my site, along with recommendations for regulating your periods, ovulation and getting pregnant fast. You can get these fertility tips and more at http://www.ovulationetc.com/symptoms  

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