Ovulation is a physiological period unique to women. Before ovulation, a woman's body temperature may be slightly lower, but after ovulation, her body temperature will show a significant increase, usually 0.3-0.5 degrees higher than normal. If women want to know if they are ovulating, they can measure their ovulation temperature themselves. This article will explain how to measure ovulation temperature.
1. Choose a thermometer
Of course, measuring basal body temperature requires the use of a thermometer. The editor has chosen an electronic thermometer, and a mercury thermometer can also be used. The measurement time of an electronic thermometer is relatively short, about 1.5 minutes. After the temperature remains constant, it will emit a "beep" sound to remind the time. The mercury thermometer needs to measure for 5 minutes, and mercury expands slowly without any warning sound.
2. Choose to measure after waking up in the morning
Measuring basal body temperature requires us to not exercise or eat, and it is best to measure it immediately after waking up in the morning. We need to place the thermometer next to our pillow the night before, so that we can wake up and measure it the next day. It's best to set a fixed time, such as at 7am, so that comparisons can be made.
3. Sublingual measurement
For the accuracy of the measurement, the editor chooses to place the thermometer under the tongue and close the mouth, so that the body temperature is not affected by external environmental temperature interference and is relatively stable.
Due to the difference of only 0.3-0.5 ℃ in basal body temperature, measurement under the armpit is greatly affected by external factors, and it is not recommended to use the armpit. Remember to clean the probe promptly after sublingual measurement to avoid bacterial growth.
4. Persist in measuring for more than 2 months
Some younger sisters are not very familiar with the term 'basal body temperature'. Generally speaking, normal women ovulate every month. Before ovulation, their body temperature is low, and after ovulation, hormones such as progesterone in the body rapidly rise, causing their body temperature to rise by 0.3-0.5 ℃ until the next menstrual period, presenting a biphasic temperature. A younger sister who is preparing for pregnancy may insist on measuring her body temperature for more than 2 months, and you can clearly see the pattern of temperature changes.
5. During the illness, body temperature may be affected
When measuring basal body temperature, if encountering diseases such as colds, fever, diarrhea, etc., basal body temperature will be greatly affected. At this time, it is advisable to mark the temperature during the illness period, which cannot be used as the change pattern of basal body temperature.
6. Ovulation occurrence time
Generally speaking, ovulation occurs about 14 days before the next menstrual period, so special attention should be paid to changes in basal body temperature 18 days before the next menstrual period. Ovulation occurs at the lowest temperature, and the body temperature rises immediately on the second day after ovulation.
7. Contraception through basal body temperature
Basal body temperature can be used to determine ovulation status, and of course, it can also be used to calculate the safe period for purposeful contraception. Generally speaking, the 5 days before and after ovulation are considered high-risk periods, while other times are relatively safe.
This article provides a detailed introduction on how women can measure their body temperature during ovulation. If you need to measure ovulation temperature, you can follow the method in this article to measure it. Determining the ovulation period is of great significance for women, as it can help them conceive better or prevent pregnancy more effectively.
