Ovulation is considered the most fertile period of the menstrual cycle. Women who are trying to get pregnant are excited about calculating the moment of ovulation.
As a rule, ovulation is considered to occur between the 10th and 14th day of menstruation. However, this period is different for all women.
If you're wondering when it happened, check out some clear signs that you're ovulating.
1. Changes in cervical mucus
During ovulation, the body produces more estrogen. This causes changes in the cervical mucus. It becomes more stringy, similar to egg white. Its function is to help the sperm reach the egg more easily in an effort to fertilize it.
For different women, the amount of mucus varies. For some, the liquid has a more stretchy consistency. In others it is slippery and wet.
2. Increased sense of smell
Most women experience a change in vaginal odor during ovulation. It becomes sharper, similar to bleach. During this period, you are more likely to have increased sexual arousal.
3. Chest pain and increased sensitivity
Breasts are extremely delicate and susceptible to changes in the female body. They become sensitive not only during PMS but also during ovulation.
4. Pain in the small pelvis and abdomen
Some women experience discomfort like before menstruation. Usually these pains are mild and are localized in the lower or lateral part of the abdomen and waist. They are caused by ovarian activity at this time.
5. Smudge
Again, due to increased ovarian activity, spotting may occur. It also happens because of the increased blood circulation in this period of the month, aimed at enhancing fertility and ensuring conception.
6. Changes in libido
Different women experience either a drop in libido or increased sexual desire. Libido changes depending on the changes in hormones during this period.
7. Changes in the cervix
During ovulation, the cervix may become softer, recede higher, and be more open. All these changes are aimed at providing a favorable environment for the passage of spermatozoa.
