Symptoms of Ovulation

Written By Chouhab on vendredi 2 janvier 2009 | 07:02

By Shola Oslo

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.

Pain associated with ovulation may occur every month but, for some reason usually occurs every third month. In most women the pain disappears within 6 to 8 hours but, can persist for 24 to 48 hours. You may also experience nausea, bloating, frequent urination, and pain during intercourse however, this is uncommon.

Another symptom you may notice is that you have a slight pink tint to your vaginal secretions. Again, this is completely normal. Of course, ovulation symptoms and signs vary between women. However, you should be able to check your basal body temperature and notice that you have a slight increase after you ovulate. For most women, body temperatures rise between 0.4 and 1 degrees during ovulation.

As well as the symptoms listed here, many women report that during this time they actually have an increased desire to have sex. This is simply your body's way of making sure all of its hard work does not go to waste. After all you know what they say it takes two to tango!

Even though this may seem like a lot of information, simply becoming more familiar with your body and how it works will help you both identify the symptoms of ovulation and have the healthy and happy baby of your dreams.

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