How to calculate the ovulation day?

Ovulation is a process in which a mature egg is released from the ovary. The menstruation cycle encompasses two phases. The first or follicular phase starts on the first day of the menstruation cycle and ends on ovulation day. The second is called the luteal phase, which begins after ovulation day and ends before your next period starts.

The follicular phase’s duration depends on many factors and varies between women. But the luteal phase remains the same, which is about 14 days. To calculate the ovulation period and estimate your ovulation day, subtract 14 days from the start date of your next period or use the ovulation calendar.

How to calculate your ovulation period?

Each menstruation cycle has specific days where the chances of conception are maximum. If sperm can meet the mature egg released on the ovulation day, the chances of pregnancy are high. Before going through the exact ovulation days calculations, here are a few things to understand:

Sperm active duration

Sperm can stick in the fallopian tubes for up to several days, typically about three to six days.

Egg active duration

The egg can only survive for 12 to 24 hours. 

So, the fertility window is four days before ovulation, on the day of ovulation, and one day after ovulation, which sums up to six days. The best days when you are fertile are two days before ovulation day and on the day of ovulation. You can opt for treatment at the best IVF centre in Bangalore during this period for successful results.

Examples

In an average menstruation cycle, which is 28 days, you ovulate on day 14. The best fertility period is during the 12th, 13th, and 14th day. Similarly, for the average menstruation cycle of 35 days, the ovulation day is day 21. The best fertility period is on the 19th, 20th, and 21st day. For the average menstruation cycle of 21 days, the ovulation day is day 7. The best fertility period is during days 5, 6, and 7. Since most women have irregular menstruation cycles, it is hard to estimate the ovulation day. To avoid the odds in these calculations and increase the chances of pregnancy, it is good to indulge in sexual contact every two to three days during ovulation.

How to calculate the average cycle length?

A cycle length is the number of days between two periods and is calculated using the first day of your period two months ago and the first day of your last period. For example, if in October, your period started on the 10th and in November, they began on the 6th, the cycle length is 28 days.

Estimating the cycle length is essential to understand your ovulation days. It is an input asked by the ovulation calculator. As most women face irregular cycles, it is better to work out an average cycle length based on at least three menstrual cycles.

What are the symptoms of ovulation?

Many times, it is hard to estimate the average cycle length and the exact ovulation period. Estimating ovulation days becomes complex if you are using any hormonal contraceptive methods. Keeping an eye on your body’s behaviour is the only way out. Pay attention to your basal body temperature, cervical mucus appearance, breast tenderness, cervical softness, and you might feel slight cramps in your lower abdomen.

If you are considering IUI treatment, these are some signs which indicate ovulation. If you experience none of them, it does not mean you are not ovulating. Or if you experience any of them does not guarantee that you are ovulating. 

Getting pregnant and having a baby is a big decision in everyone’s life, even if it involves treatment at the best fertility centre in Bangalore. Pregnancy is a journey. You need to be informed about what to do and what is happening to you. Remember to consult your gynaecologist if there are too many failed attempts. They can do appropriate diagnostics and see if something is wrong or it’s just the timing. 

Conclusion

The ovulation calculator provides your approximate ovulation period. There are increased chances of getting pregnant during ovulation days. The results depend a lot on the accuracy of the start date of your cycle and the average cycle length. Having sex as close as possible to the ovulation day increases the chances of pregnancy. It may happen on the first try or may take many attempts. Consult your gynaecologist for prompt advice.