Ovulation 101: How to Know If It’s Actually Happening + Best Ways to Track Fertility
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB/GYN and REI, breaks down how to know if you are actually ovulating. She explains the menstrual cycle in simple terms and what can go wrong in the process. Dr. Crawford discusses the signs of healthy ovulation, red flags that may point to ovulatory dysfunction, and practical tools for tracking ovulation. She empowers you to use your menstrual cycle as a vital sign for overall health and fertility, offering science-backed strategies to take charge of reproductive health.
Questions Answered:
What is ovulation?
How does the menstrual cycle work?
What role do FSH and estrogen play in egg development?
How does the LH surge trigger ovulation?
What happens to the follicle after ovulation?
Why is cycle regularity the #1 sign of healthy ovulation?
What is a luteal phase defect and how does it affect fertility?
How do changes in cycle length signal hormone or egg count issues?
What are the early signs of diminished ovarian reserve or perimenopause?
How can cervical mucus changes show you when you’re ovulating?
How does basal body temperature confirm ovulation?
How do ovulation predictor kits (OPKs) work?
What physical symptoms can signal ovulation?
Why is a cycle day 21 progesterone test often misleading?
What’s the best way to track ovulation and confirm it’s happening regularly?
