Ep 107 Are You Ovulating? Key Signs and Symptoms to Know For Sure

How do you know if you’re ovulating? What are the best ways to track ovulation? How can knowing your ovulation status help you optimize your chances of conception? In this episode of the Baby or Bust Fertility Podcast, Dr. Lora Shahine is talking all about ovulation––why it’s crucial for fertility, and how to when it’s happening. You’ll hear how to recognize the physical signs of ovulation, how to use at-home tools like basal body temperature charting and ovulation predictor kits, and the purpose of ultrasounds and blood tests to confirm ovulation. No matter the stage you’re in while trying to get pregnant, you’ll gain some practical tips that will empower you with new knowledge and ways to optimize your approach to getting pregnant. In this episode you’ll hear: [1:00] Understanding your cycle [2:38] Physical signs of ovulation [5:22] Home testing for ovulation: BBT and OPKs [15:08] Clinic tests for ovulation: Ultrasounds and blood tests [17:27] Recap & concluding thoughts ❤️Thanks for watching! 💌 Stay up to date with my NEWSLETTER (Free): https://drlorashahine.com/newsletter 📘 Download my EBOOK (Free): https://drlorashahine.com/answers-to-... 🎧 Listen to my PODCAST ‘Brave and Curious’ https://drlorashahine.com/podcast 📚 Check out my BOOKS on Fertility and Miscarriage https://drlorashahine.com/books 📝 Learn more from my BLOG and more resources at my website: https://drlorashahine.com/ 🖤 Let’s Connect: ▫️ EMAIL for collabs→ [email protected] ▫️ INSTAGRAM →   / drlorashahine   ▫️ TIKTOK →   / drlorashahine   ▫️TWITTER →   / drlorashahine   ▫️ FACEBOOK →   / drlorashahine   ▫️ LINKEDIN →   / lora-shahine-md-facog-baba0a16   Watch the video till the end and let me know your thoughts in the comments. If you like this video, please SUBSCRIBE and don’t forget to press the bell 🔔, like, comment, and share. ❤️Stay Brave and Curious ABOUT : Lora Shahine, MD, is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN currently practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle, WA. Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Shahine graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed her training in medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California at San Francisco, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University. As Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, she is committed to providing excellence in patient care, teaching the next generation of women’s healthcare providers, and continuing research in the fields of fertility and recurrent miscarriage. She has published over 75 peer-reviewed research projects and is an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Seattle Gynecology Society, and the Babyquest Fertility Grant organization. Dr. Shahine is an accomplished author including 'Planting the Seeds of Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach to Fertility Care' and best-selling book, 'Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.' Whether through her research, books, lectures, or active social media presense Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating on reproductive health and supporting the feritlity community. DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider. #drlorashahine