If you are trying to get pregnant and you have an irregular menstrual cycle, more than likely you are concerned about it. Should you be? It is not set in stone that you are less likely to become pregnant because of the irregularities. Ovulation is the key. As long as you are ovulating normally, you shouldn’t have a problem getting pregnant. However, if your menstrual cycle is longer then you should be concerned. Don’t lose hope though! There are many types of fertility medications that can help assist you in getting pregnant even if your menstrual cycle is irregular. PregAssist offers a safe and healthy supplement to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Before taking drastic steps, pay attention to your sleep pattern, eating habits, and lifestyle as well as proper nutrition.

Many reasons exist for ovulation problems. If the conditions are treated and thus the sources of the ovulation problems addressed, normal ovulation and menstrual cycles may return and the chances for successful pregnancy improved. Serious medical conditions should not go untreated and as such it is recommended that you visit your physician immediately to diagnose any underlying medical problems. Serious medical conditions which may cause ovulation problems include, but are not limited to pituitary tumours, Sheehan’s disease, prolactin imbalances, chromosome disorders, premature menopause, and more. Obesity, poor diets, stress, and hormonal imbalances may also lead to ovulation problems. Although supplements such as PregAssist cannot address deep underlying medical conditions, the supplements can however help with regulation of menstrual cycles, improve reproductive health, and improve regular ovulation if the causes are not more serious.

The ideal is for intercourse to take place two to three days before ovulation as the sperm need to be in place already. The quality, motility, and sperm count however will also play a role in successful conception. Studies indicate that the sperm can survive up to a week in the fallopian tubes, while the average survival time will be around three to four days. Sperm in the vagina however will only be able to survive for about six hours. To ensure successful conception it is thus important to have intercourse before ovulation takes place. The reason is also that the cervical conditions near ovulation will be more hospitable for sperm survival. The fluid will be more alkaline ensuring longer survival of the sperm and thus improve the chances of successful conception.

Ovulation cervical changes are required to ensure successful conception. The most fertile period begins four to five days before ovulation and ends around one to two days afterwards. Ovulation cervical changes that promote fertility include changes in the basal body temperature and the alkalinity of the mucus in the cervix. The ovulation cervical changes of the mucus are characterized by changes in colour of the mucus which becomes more clear, stretchy and slippery. There will also be a volume increase. After ovulation the mucus will begin to dry up again. Your mucus peak is normally on the last day of your cycle and this will also be the period when you will be the most fertile. We recommend that you read up about ovulation cervical changes as much as you can to ensure that intercourse takes place at the best possible times to ensure successful conception.

Although it may not be the most pleasant of routines, cervix mucus charting for conception can help you to identify peak times of fertility and the best possible times for conception. The best time to start cervix mucus charting will be just after you have finished menstruating. You will notice little to no mucus at this stage which is also the most infertile period. The colour and texture will gradually change to white and thick. You most probably will not conceive during this time. As the ovulation nears you will find a gradual change in colour to clear and the texture will change to slippery, thin, and stretchy. The volume of mucus will increase. This will normally happen from about four days before the ovulation period. This will be your most fertile period. After ovulation the cervix will become drier and the colour will once again become white whilst the volume decreases considerably.

In addition to cervix mucus changes during your menstrual cycle, you should also note changes in the body basal temperature which plays an important part in fertility. The body’s temperature will become higher during the days leading up to ovulation and will spike in the four days before ovulation. Just as the mucus will become thinner and see through almost like raw egg white, so will the basal temperature spike, indicating peak fertility periods. Intercourse about two or three days before ovulation will improve the chances of successful conception as your body will be in its peak fertility period. Get a body basal temperature thermometer to help assess any temperature rises. Also start to chart your menstrual cycle and take the PregAssist supplement to help regulate menstrual cycles, improve ovulation, and hormonal balance required for fertility.