65. How Do I Start Tracking My Cycle? I Dear Jess

Dear Jess, how do I start tracking my cycle?

Listen for the super speedy version of cycle tracking - ready, set go!

Quick tips:

• How to Track Your Menstrual Cycle: Period, Follicular Phase, Ovulation, and Luteal Phase
• Day one as the first full day of bleeding
• Hydration supports cervical fluid while allergy and cold medicines can dry mucus
• Simply take your basal body temperature upon waking to see lower temperatures before ovulation and higher temperatures after
• Factors like alcohol and illness affecting readings
• Sustained higher temperatures can indicate pregnancy before a test (best hack ever)

00:00 Welcome to Her Fertility

00:38 Dear Jess Question

00:54 Cycle Phases Overview

01:28 Ovulation and Fertile Window

02:13 Tracking Cervical Fluid

03:07 Luteal Phase Changes

03:39 Basal Body Temperature

04:26 Reading Trends and Variables

04:57 Wrap Up 

And all under 5 minutes! 

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Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.
 

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