from the first day of your period, whens a good time to start ttc?

Question

anyone wanna tell me?

Answer 1

There's no exact day that works for every woman but a lot of people will give you a day because they think that you will ovulate on day 14 or 15. This is a corollary of the 28 day cycle myth. However, it is true that ovulation occurs about 14 days before your menstural period begins (this 14 days is called the luteal phase of your cycle). Unfortunately, what you need to know is the length of time between the start of your period and the day of ovulation, known as the follicle phase; the length of the follicle phase is different for every woman and often varies from cycle to cycle. If you know the approximate length of your cycle, try to make sure that you have intercourse at least every second day around the predicted ovulation day. (This is assuming you are ovulating and that your partner has a normal sperm count.) Also, it really helps to watch your body for signs. Your body will change slightly prior to ovulation. The easiest sign to watch is your cervical discharge. You're looking for a discharge with the consistency of egg-whites- this is the prime symptom of fertility.

Answer 2

The 'given' # of days 'they' say women ovulate (assuming regular cycle of 28 or so days) is 14 days or so after your period begins. Many women do not fit neatly into this little time table, so start having sex every other day from the day your period ends, and continue for the month for your best chance at ttc.

Answer 3

My fertility dr. told me from day 10-18 or 20 of your cycle. I had been doing that and just found out i don't ovulate until day 19 or later in my cycle.

I suggest doing 3 times a week every week for the month and your bound to caught your days.

Answer 4

If you have a normal 28 day cycle, count 14 days from the first day. Let's say this Saturday is day 14, start trying today, skip tomorrow, again on Thursday, not Friday and again Saturday. My doctor told me that on Ovulation day, try during noon time (hence the term "nooner") and evening. Once late evening or night hits, it's too late the egg is lost.

My boyfriend and I followed this schedule "dr's orders" and it worked. I'm going on 19 weeks.

Good luck!!!

Answer 5

Days 8, 10, 12, and 14! Good luck

Answer 6

every other day when the period gets light

Answer 7

1. Have sex three times a week.

Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. Couples often try to time everything perfectly for ovulation but do not have sex when they think they are not ovulating. It is true that sex that is not within the time of ovulation will not result in pregnancy. However, because women do not always ovulate when they think they will, having sex three times a week will help to a woman cover her bases, so to speak, and not miss an opportunity to get pregnant.

2. Use an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.

Using an ovulation kit to predict when you are ovulating will improve your chances of getting pregnant. For many women charting or other methods of ovulation prediction are too confusing. Ovulation prediction kits work by reading LH surges prior to ovulation. They are relatively easy to use and are generally accurate for predicting ovulation. Fertility monitors, such as the Clear Blue Easy monitor, are also a worthwhile investment if you would like to get pregnant faster. Fertility monitors are similar to ovulation prediction kits in that they read changes in LH but they also read changes in other hormones and don’t require any guesswork for couples. They are easy to use and will tell you when the best time to get pregnant is.

3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).

Sometimes couples get confused about the best time to have sex in relationship to ovulation. You have a small window of time each month to get pregnant. After a woman ovulates the egg will survive approximately 24 hours. Sperm, on the other hand, will live for up to three to five days. This is why having sex two to three days before ovulation will increase your chances of getting pregnant. Don’t wait until the day you ovulate to have sex. Your partner’s sperm will last longer than your egg and you don’t want to miss an opportunity by waiting.

4. Don’t rely on the Calendar method for predicting ovulation.

A lot of couples have heard to have sex around day fourteen of your cycle. This is based on the calendar method and assumes that you have a regular 28-day cycle and ovulate mid-cycle. Although this is better than just picking an arbitrary day to have sex, it is not a very accurate way to predict when you ovulate. Many women do not ovulate on day fourteen and knowing precisely when you ovulate will help you time intercourse better. Ovulation prediction kits, looking at previous months bbt charts, or watching for body cues will help you to determine when you ovulate.

5. Charting may not be the best way to predict ovulation.

Charting is great for tracking your cycle but it does have disadvantages. By the time you can see ovulation on a bbt chart, you have already ovulated. It is good to chart so you can track your cycles, see if you ovulate the same time each month, and also so you can look back on your cycle and see if you timed things right. But if this is your first cycle trying to get pregnant or if you are not ovulating at the same time each month, an ovulation prediction kit would be more helpful.

6. See a doctor before you start trying to get pregnant.
Make sure you are in good health and have had a regular check up from your OBGYN or medical provider. Untreated infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or poor health can affect your chances of getting pregnant. Its good to see a doctor as well as start taking prenatal vitamins prior to trying to conceive.

7. Don’t smoke, drink alcohol, or abuse drugs when trying to get pregnant.
This may seem like common sense but many women do try to get pregnant while smoking, drinking or using drugs. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can affect your fertility. It will also affect your unborn child. It is important to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol before getting pregnant and not wait until you find out you are pregnant.

8. Have enjoyable sex.

Sometimes when couples are trying to conceive, sex becomes a job or function of reproduction and is not as enjoyable. Plan a romantic evening or try something different to spice things up. How you are feeling sexually may factor into your chances of getting pregnant. Some researchers believe that having an orgasm during sex increases your chances of getting pregnant. For women, the spasmic movements of orgasm will help pull the sperm into the uterus and for men a better orgasm may increase the man’s sperm count.

9. Have sex in positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.

The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Avoid positions where the woman is on top. Gravity will allow sperm to leak out with these positions. Also try placing a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm in longer. Don’t get up right after sex. Try to relax and allow the sperm to stay in the vagina as long as possible.

10. There is no such thing as trying too hard to get pregnant.
Most couples get pregnant within a year of trying. If you have not gotten pregnant within a year consult your doctor for advice.