Great trick to calculate the day of ovulation to help couples easily conceive

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The article was professionally consulted by Doctor Nguyen Thi Minh Tuyet - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.
Calculating the exact day of ovulation is not only a simple and effective way to prevent pregnancy, but also an easy way to help couples easily conceive. Let's find out how to calculate ovulation through the sharing of Vinmec hospital doctors.

1. How to calculate the day of ovulation

1.1. Calculated by menstrual cycle

Calculating ovulation by menstrual cycle is the most common way. This way you need to track your menstrual cycle for at least 8 consecutive months. A menstrual cycle is started from the first day until the last day before the start of the next menstrual period.
The most suitable time to conceive is calculated as follows:
With the shortest cycle: Subtract 18 days. For example your cycle is 25 days. (25-18=7). Therefore, the most fertile day is the 7th day after the first day of the menstrual cycle. With the longest cycle: Same as above but subtract 11 days. For example, the cycle is 30 days. (30-11=19). With this ovulation calculator, your fertile period is from day 7 to day 19 of your menstrual cycle.

1.2. Measure body temperature

Body temperature changes with hormone levels. Therefore, at the time of ovulation, the body's temperature usually increases slightly but not more than 1°C. For the most accuracy, you need to use a new digital thermometer that can best record the smallest change in body temperature and measure it in the morning before getting out of bed.
If your basal body temperature rises by about 0.4 - 0.8°C above your usual basal temperature, you may ovulate within 12-14 hours. This is the time when ovulation is most likely to be achieved.
However, you also need to be aware, body temperature can be changed by many other factors besides hormonal changes such as illness, fever, poor sleep, alcohol consumption or many other illnesses.

1.3. Based on cervical mucus

This is also a relatively accurate way of determining ovulation. The amount of mucus secreted in the cervix is ​​more or less depending on the hormonal changes in the body.
After menstruation, the amount of mucus is at its lowest. During ovulation, the amount of mucus increases both in terms of moisture. During this period, the mucus is usually white like egg white. This fluid works to remove poor quality sperm, helping sperm live longer. After ovulation, the amount of mucus will gradually decrease.

1.4. Use ovulation test strips

For those of you who have irregular menstrual cycles, this is the most effective way. Ovulation test strips are used to test urine for luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. 1 to 2 days before ovulation, LH levels usually increase 2 to 5 times. This is the time when you and your husband are most likely to conceive.

2. Body Signs of Ovulation

The body always has certain signs that indicate ovulation. Here are some of the most recognizable signs
Vagina is wet, the amount of uterine discharge is more than usual. The need for sex is higher than usual. The cervix is ​​more dilated and softer. Chest is tight. Lower abdominal pain. Headache or migraine. Or nausea, loss of appetite. Light bleeding may occur.

Everyone's body is different, so the signs of ovulation may not be the same for everyone. Yes you can have all of the above signs but also only a few.

3. When to have sex to easily conceive

Eggs have a lifespan of only 12 to 24 hours while sperm have the ability to live for 3 to 5 days in the vagina. Therefore, the most fertile time is the time of ovulation. During this time, you and your wife should arrange a time to "meet" and relax so that the baby has many opportunities to quickly return to the parents. To be ready to be a parent, don't forget your pre-pregnancy shots!

4. Some notes to get pregnant fast

Regular sex: This is a very important note to easily conceive. Have sex regularly every day or every other day because sperm can live up to 5 days in the vagina but eggs have a lifespan of no more than 1 day while you can not always know the exact time of ovulation. . Avoid bad habits: Do not stay up too late, drink a lot of alcohol, stimulants such as tobacco, coffee... is what a couple needs to do to increase their ability to conceive.

Exercise regularly: This is a note that many people often overlook. If you want to get pregnant soon, work hard to exercise regularly to have the best health. Limit stress: Many people do not know that stress causes hormone levels to also decrease. Therefore, always be happy, limit stress and stress to increase absorption. Diet: To increase fertility as well as to ensure a healthy fetus, you and your spouse need to maintain a healthy diet. a healthy, reasonable diet rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. This is a trick to calculate ovulation to help couples easily conceive that Vinmec International General Hospital doctors want to share with you. However, to prepare for a healthy pregnancy, both husband and wife should check their reproductive health 3-5 months before planning a pregnancy.
Accordingly, the wife should be vaccinated before pregnancy, especially rubelala, flu, chickenpox, ... During pregnancy, especially in the first 3 months, the mother infected with these diseases can can cause miscarriage, birth defects. Besides, before planning a pregnancy, the mother also needs to perform screening for genetic diseases before pregnancy to ensure that the baby is always healthy and in good shape.
Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital has a full range of vaccines for women planning to become pregnant and during pregnancy. Accordingly, all vaccines present at Vinmec are stored in a modern cold storage system, meeting GSP standards to help vaccines always keep the best quality. Customers will be examined by specialist doctors, fully screened for physical and health problems, advised on appropriate vaccines, with injection regimens, how to monitor and care during and after. Immunization according to the latest recommendations of the Ministry of Health & World Health Organization to ensure the best effectiveness and safety for customers.
Besides, in order to improve the quality and service of reproductive health care, Vinmec is now implementing a package maternity program. When choosing Vinmec's maternity and health checkup packages, customers will receive an in-depth examination with leading obstetricians and gynecologists. They are all qualified, experienced and well-trained doctors who can detect abnormalities in the fetus very early (at Vinmec, many abnormal cases have been detected and doctors intervened). intervention, treatment brought very positive results).

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