Time plays an important role in conceiving a pregnancy. You should know your menstruation cycle before planning to get pregnant. Conception calculators along with ovulation tracking make it easy for couples trying to conceive naturally.
This article will take you to the science of ovulation, the menstruation cycle, and the use of the conception calculator and ovulation tracker.
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What is a conception calculator?
A conception calendar helps track your natural cycle. It also helps to find a fertile period: the best time to conceive in your period days. It is known that women are not fertile throughout the menstruation cycle and the timing of sexual intercourse matters, if you are planning to conceive naturally.
The fertile day calculator tracks your next period date and your ovulation (release of an egg from an ovary) window which helps you conceive easily.
What is ovulation?
Ovulation is an essential part of the menstruation cycle. Ovulation is the timeframe when there are higher chances of getting pregnant. Throughout the menstruation cycle, various hormones like estrogen, progesterone, luteinising hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone rise and drop. This rise and drop of hormones support the maturation of the egg and also, promotes the thickening and shedding of the uterine wall. This hormonal fluctuation is vital for pregnancy. A menstruation cycle varies from 25-40 days. Not everyone’s cycle is the same. So, keeping a record of your menstruation cycle with the help of a conception calculator is important. The cycle follows a fixed pattern:
First day of your period
The first day of your menstruation cycle is the first day of bleeding, which lasts 3-5 days. Your period contains blood and some cells.
Follicular phase
The follicular phase is between the first day to the 13th day of your period. In this phase, the egg starts growing from the ovary. The hormone estrogen rises which thickens the uterus lining for fertilisation. The follicular stimulating hormone supports ovaries in stimulating the eggs.
Ovulation
Between 12-16 days, an egg is released which is the ovulation period. This is the chance for pregnancy. The luteinizing hormone releases the egg which can survive for 24 hours.
The luteal phase
At this time, if a sperm is attached to the egg, then it will be fertilised and you will be pregnant. If sperm attachment does not take place, then estrogen and progesterone will decrease. Moreover, the egg will move through a fallopian tube to the uterus lining. Progesterone level drops and signals the uterine lining to shed. The thickened uterine lining will shed off and there will be the first day of your period.
These hormonal fluctuations regulate the menstrual cycle and enable reproductive health.
How to track ovulation?
Fertility calculator apps (conception calculator)
The fertility app can keep a record of your start and end date of the period cycle. It can also guide you through your ovulation date and due date of pregnancy.
Basal body temperature tracking
During your ovulation period, there is a slight rise in your body temperature. For this, you need a special thermometer. This will be time-consuming as you need to compare the temperature every day.
Ovulation test kit
The ovulation kit measures the luteinizing hormone in urine. If you test your pee in between the cycle, they give you an estimated range of hormonal levels.
Physical signs
You might be ovulating if you have abdominal pain or breast tenderness. You can also have increased sexual desire.
Spotting
Light brown bleeding will be visible in your underwear. There is wet and slippery vaginal discharge. There are chances that spotting can be due to other reasons also.
How to increase the chances of conception
Track your conception cycle:
Know your egg release date with the help of a conception calculator. Ovulation happens usually between 12-16 days after the bleeding of menstruation starts. To keep track of your conception, use the conception tracker.
Time of intercourse
Have intercourse in your ovulation time frame. Sperm can survive in a woman’s body for 2-3 days. Start intercourse before 3 days of your ovulation time, so that you have more chances of getting pregnant. If your periods are irregular, then consult your healthcare provider.
Healthy lifestyle
Regular exercise, a nutritious diet, and proper hydration also need to be priorities for a healthy pregnancy. The male factor substantially contributes to about 50% of all cases of infertility. Both partners should work in harmony to get better chances of conception
Manage stress
An increase in stress can decrease your chances of fertility. Manage your stress with yoga and meditation.
Avoid smoking and alcohol
Study shows that smoking and alcohol are associated with a 60% increased risk of infertility. Avoid smoking and alcohol to promote the chances of fertility.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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How to use the conception calculator?
You need to select the date of your first day of bleeding of the period on the conception calendar tracker. It will guide you through your fertile days and period date. After you get pregnant, it also can give you a tentative due date.
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When is the ideal time to conceive?
The highest chance of getting pregnant is between 12-16 days of your menstruation cycle. To keep track of your ovulation date, doctors recommend using a conception calculator tracker.
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Does ovulation occur after every 14 days?
Ovulation differs for all women. An ovulation window is between 12-16 days. This is the time that you can have intercourse and increase your chances of conceiving.
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When to consult a gynaecologist?
Infertility evaluation should be done for both partners if after 12 months of unprotected intercourse, conception has not occurred. Consult your gynaecologist, If you have:
- Irregular menstruation cycle
- Advanced age
- Other health issues like:Thyroid disorder, Pelvic surgery, Ovulation disorder, Tubal blockage, Hyperprolactinemia or Endometriosis
The infertility evaluation helps your gynaecologist to treat the underlying cause hindering your fertility.
Conclusion
To increase your chances of fertility, track your ovulation cycle with a conception calculator. Being aware of your cycle and making healthy choices like exercise and a balanced diet, will help you in conceiving. These are valuable resources to get pregnant. This conception calculator also helps in determining the tentative due date of pregnancy after you conceive.
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