Me and hubby just started planning and im a bit clueless about what actually changes in the body before it happens. Matlab what should i be noticing or preparing for? Pls share if u know.
For me, my periods were always irregular so this phase was very confusing. Ideally, your hormones spike to release an egg, but with PCOS it might take longer or need some mild medication from a doctor. Keep patience and don't lose hope if it takes time.
Oh I remember feeling minor cramps and a tiny spot of blood before my missed period and I panicked thinking my periods started. Turns out it was just implantation bleeding! It is very normal, so don't stress if you feel slight twinges in your lower belly.
Look, before actual pregnancy happens, your body prepares for ovulation first. An egg is released, and if fertilisation occurs, it implants in the uterus wall which might cause slight cramping. Don't overcomplicate it, just start taking folic acid if you are planning.
Your body naturally tries to cleanse and prepare the womb every month. Eating healthy home-cooked meals and avoiding outside junk during your luteal phase is great. But if you have severe pain or heavy irregular bleeding, go see your gynac immediately.
So basically, your cycle goes through the follicular phase first where the lining builds up. I tracked my temperature and cervical mucus on Flo app religiously to know when ovulation was happening. It's super interesting to watch your body prepare itself every month!
Before you get pregnant, your body is just doing its regular menstrual cycle job. If you are planning, get your basic blood tests and thyroid checked beforehand to save time later. Better to be prepared than to stress out once the test is positive.
