Ovulation tracking involves identifying the most fertile days of your menstrual cycle—the time when you're most likely to conceive. It can be a useful tool whether you're trying to get pregnant or simply want to understand your cycle better. Understanding when you ovulate can increase your chances of conception by helping you time intercourse around your most fertile window.
Why Track Ovulation?
- Maximise your chances of conceiving
- Understand your menstrual cycle and fertility patterns
- Identify possible irregularities in ovulation
- Aid discussions with healthcare providers if you’re having difficulty conceiving
Methods of Ovulation Tracking
- Menstrual Cycle Calendar Tracking
- Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Monitoring
- Ovulation Predictor Kits (over the counter urine sticks)
- Fertility Tracking Apps
- Ultrasound based monitoring {link to ultrasound ovulation tracking service}
When to Seek Medical Advice
See your healthcare provider if:
- You’ve been trying to conceive for over 12 months (or 6 months if over 35)
- Your cycles are irregular, very short, or very long
- You are unsure whether you are ovulating
- You experience pain or unusual bleeding
Need More Information or Support?
- If you’re unsure how to start tracking ovulation or which method to choose, speak with our women’s health GPs or endorsed midwife. They can help guide you based on your individual needs and reproductive health.
- If needing ultrasound based monitoring as part of your IVF cycle, we can book you to see our wonderful sonographer Ashlee {link} who ensure your tracking results are back to your fertility specialist by lunch time on the same day.
