Know when we "O"

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Registered: 07-11-2003
Know when we "O"
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Wed, 07-23-2003 - 6:28pm
Hi!

I am new to this board here. My DH & I both 28, have decided to TTC. I have been off the BCP(on it for 2.5 yrs)since mid-May and had AF on Jul 10th. After reading through all the boards, we have decided to hold off charting for a while and just try it and have fun for a couple of months till my cycle becomes normal. My cycle always used to be regular before about 27-28 days. For now I am just going to keep any eye on my CM.

Now my question--Are there any "general guidelines" for when one starts "O"ing...like say 10-15 days from the start of their AF??? I know this is not an accurate method by any means. But since we are just winging it for now, I thought I might pay special attention to that window and make sure we BD every day in that window...who knows we might get lucky :-)

Any insight/advice will be very appreciated!! TIA... and I love this site & all the support!!

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Registered: 07-09-2003
Wed, 07-23-2003 - 6:36pm
Lucky you - you know your cycle. That's a great start. Go to a calendar and predict the date of AF's next arrival; your O date will generally be about 14 days prior to that. Other things to look out for will be EWCM (egg white cervical mucus) that can be stretched between your fingers... hence, the term egg white. This is a sign that your body is getting ready to ovulate, and you're developing "friendly" cervical mucus for your DH's swimmers. Some women also get cramps on about the day they ovulate.

Your best chances of conception are if you BD in the days leading up to ovulation; that way the swimmers are in place when your egg is released.

Good luck, and have fun!

Tami
Mommy to Anna 7.7.04 & Ben 11.19.06

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Wed, 07-23-2003 - 7:15pm
Welcome to the board! DH and I are also 28 TTC#1! Great idea to watch CM- it is one of the most sure signs! You usually O about 10-16 days before AF, with 14 days being "average", but who is average? I have found that I O with about 10-12 days left before AF, but keep watching the CM for sure signs. GL to you, and HTH's!

Annie, TTC#1, C11, CD15