
This guide provides a foundational, one-on-one style consultation on calculating your ovulation, fertility, and cycle to maximize your chances of conception.
1. Understanding Your Cycle (The Basics)
What is Day 1? The first day of your period (full flow, not spotting) is always Day 1.
Cycle Length: Count from Day 1 of your current period to the day before your next period starts. While 28 days is average, a normal cycle can range from 21 to 35 days.
The Goal: To identify the "fertile window"—the 5-6 days before ovulation and the day of ovulation itself.
2. Calculating Your Ovulation Day
Ovulation usually occurs about 14 days before your next period starts.
3. The Fertile Window (When to Have Sex)
Sperm can live in the female body for up to 5 days, while the egg survives for only 12–24 hours.
Best Time: The 3 days leading up to and including ovulation are the highest-fertility days.
Recommended Action: Have sex every 1–2 days during your estimated fertile window to ensure sperm is present.