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What Are the 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.

First, know your body very well so that you notice changes that go on within it. This is usually pretty simple for women, since we're pretty intuitive. A first symptom of ovulation is that vaginal secretions will both increase in volume and become thicker, similar to raw egg whites. This happens because your hormones fluctuate.

Two or three days before you ovulate, you'll have an increase of clear and slippery cervical discharge. You are fertile during these days, but are most fertile on the last day, as this is when ovulation actually occurs. Because sperm can live for up to five days in the reproductive system, having intercourse on any one of these days is very beneficial and will increase your chances of conception.

Another thing you may notice is that you might cramp ever so slightly. You'll usually feel this pain on one side or the other around your ovaries. The pain can feel a little sharp, and can be experience over several hours, or can occur quickly and intermittently. It signifies that the egg has been released from one of your ovaries, and is ready to move down the fallopian tube.

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.

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.

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!

I know this may seem like a lot to take in right now but, in the long run becoming more familiar with your body and all its working structures will not only help you identify the symptoms of ovulation but, can also help you get pregnant in the shortest period of time.

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That's all I have space for right now, 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

What Are the Symptoms of Ovulation?

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