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{In no situation do we ever recommend that fertility diagnosis or treatment be undertaken without the oversight of a qualified medical practitioner. Please use the enclosed information as quick reference and for discussion aids with your practitioner.}

Let's continue our overview of ovulation prediction methods:

Sympto-Thermal Method (continued)

Cervical Mucus (CM) Observation:

The quality and quantity of a woman's cervical mucus (CM) can play a substantial role in fertility. CM refers to what is often called "vaginal discharge," although some discharge is the result of infections. CM is secreted by the cervix in hopes of assisting sperm on their way to fertilization.

As your body prepares to ovulate, your cervical mucus changes in appearance and texture. Regular observation of CM changes can help detect a pattern of fertility.

For more details, see:

Am I Ovulating?: NFP and,

How to Monitor Cervical Mucus To Detect Fertility

Cervical Position Observation:

The location and feel-to-the-touch of a woman's cervix can also act as a fertility signal. As your body prepares for its most fertile time, the cervix should become more open in order to accept sperm into the uterus.

Becoming familiar with cervical changes involves first learning what it feels like during other times of your cycle.

For more details, see:

Am I Ovulating?: NFP and,

How to Monitor Cervical Mucus To Detect Fertility

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