Becoming parents is the beginning of a wonderful adventure for each of you as a couple. The Symptothermal Method can help you answer many questions that come to mind relating to fertility and pregnancy.
Are We Fertile?
The three most important factors when trying to conceive are healthy sperm, mature ova (eggs), and good cervical mucus.
If you have concerns about your fertility, using the Symptothermal Method is a great place to start. It will allow you to identify your fertile window and identify when you are the most fertile within each menstrual cycle, which can make it easier to conceive naturally. Read on for more details!
Do I Ovulate?
In most cases, you will be able to observe signs that indicate whether or not you are ovulating. Variation in certain hormone levels will lead to changes in cervical mucus and your cervix. These changes can indicate that ovulation is approaching. A sustained rise in basal body temperature can confirm that ovulation has taken place.
Serena teachers are trained to help you recognize these signs of fertility. Locate a Teaching Session
Do I Have Healthy Cycles?
The Symptothermal Method can help to identify problems such as anovulatory episodes and irregular menstrual patterns, which could diminish the chances of becoming pregnant. It also makes it possible to identify cycles that are very long, short or irregular, and post-ovulatory phases that are too short or irregular. This can help uncover possible causes of infertility or sub-fertility.
What Are The Most Fertile Days?
The most fertile days are the days just prior to ovulation. By closely monitoring the characteristics of the cervical mucus and the changes in the cervix, couples are able to recognize and take advantage of their time of maximum fertility. The temperature rises after ovulation and effectively marks the end of the couple’s most fertile days.
Am I Pregnant?
The Symptothermal chart informs the couple of the probability of pregnancy very soon after conception. An extra rise in the basal body temperature is often present around the 8th day of high temperatures (approximate time of implantation). Having 20 consecutive high temperatures is a very accurate indication of pregnancy.
Confirming the pregnancy sooner allows you to optimize your baby’s prenatal development by adapting your lifestyle for a healthy pregnancy.
How Can I Learn More?
You can learn more by contacting your local Serena team or signing up to learn the Symptothermal Method. A certified teacher couple can help you learn to observe your fertility and interpret your chart in order to achieve your goal to conceive. If you are experiencing fertility challenges, the Symptothermal chart will help you see the impact that changes in diet, sleep, and overall health are having on your fertility.