Temping/Tracking what do you do?

[ButternutBabe]

Hey, I'm on my third cycle of TTC. Currently on day two with AF.

I'm wondering if it's time for me to start temping. Right now I use the app p.tracker and input when my periods begin and end and it estimates when I O. I know it'll become more accurate over time, but right now I feel like it's just a guess.

I want more a more accurate way to know when I'm most fertile, what methods do you ladies use?

I also seem to have pretty long cycles. 38 days (AF 5), 37 days (AF 6), 36 days (AF 5). I feel like I am just always waiting.

 

[Angel022605]

I would recommend temping and Opk..both are reliable sources on predicting O and LP surge

 

[skycastles]

Hi butternut, i've been trying temping to get ready for TTC and i've found it quite useful in finding out my luteal phase, and confirming ovulation with EWCM. I have long cycles too: 5-8weeks. However, I find myself sub-consciously stressed, waking up at odd hours of the night thinking it's time to take my temps - maybe it's just me though.
Luteal phases are normally 12-15days. If you know your cycles are 5-6 weeks long, you're likely to be ovulating only in your 3rd or 4th week

 

[Ltweety]

I would start temping, but after doing it for over a year now I would recommend not agonizing over every temp. The pattern will be clear after the fact and you will only drive yourself crazy by analyzing every single one. I used to anticipate the time I needed to take my temp and then lie awake thinking what it could mean. now I just look at it and accept whatever it is and go to sleep. But as far as understanding your cycle, it really is the best method. I also like OPKs for my own peace of mind. Do you check your CM?

 

[ButternutBabe]

Hey, thank you for the advice everyone. Does anyone have a preferred brand of BBT thermometer? Preferably one I can purchase online. I saw an advert for an awesome one on my fb a while back that directly linked to your phone and kept all your temps electronically, but I can't remember the brand nor can I find the ad again.

Whilst I do occasionally check my CM I don't write it down or keep track of it in any way.

 

[Xokittycatxo]

Hi butternut! For me OPK's stressed me out so I just started temping Ns checking CM and CP. I'm also on my CD 2. I highly recommend fertility friend app for charting. It seemed intimidating at first but I am going through the tutorials and learning so much and it all makes so much sense now!