How to use a thermometer to measure ovulation

In fact, for women in their gestational age, their basal body temperature undergoes certain cyclical changes, just like their menstruation. When the ovaries ovulate, the secretion of progesterone will cause the basal body temperature to rise, and it will gradually drop until the menstrual period comes. Therefore, the thermometer can calculate the ovulation period. So, how to use a thermometer to measure ovulation? Let’s take a closer look below.

Basal body temperature measurement can only indicate that ovulation has occurred, but cannot predict when ovulation occurs. Therefore, it can only determine the safe period after ovulation, but cannot determine the safe period before ovulation. This problem can be solved if the calendar method and cervical mucus observation method are combined. In most cases, basal body temperature measurement is very reliable for determining the safe period after ovulation, but sometimes the temperature curve is irregular, so the exact time of ovulation cannot be determined. In this case, the safe period cannot be used for contraception.

In order to improve the accuracy of measuring basal body temperature, the mercury column on the thermometer should be shaken to below 35°C before going to bed every night, and it should be placed on the bedside table or next to the pillow so that it is readily available when used, and try to minimize movement. If you get up and take the thermometer, your basal body temperature will rise, making the temperature value for the day meaningless. For women who work the middle or night shift, it is best to measure your basal body temperature when you first wake up after sleeping for 6-8 hours.

The above is an introduction on how to use a thermometer to measure ovulation period. I hope it will be helpful for women. Using a thermometer to measure ovulation period is also a good method and is feasible. However, don't have too much psychological burden, adjust your mindset, and don't have too much pressure, which will have a negative impact. Natural pregnancy is also good.