Period and Ovulation

[mam18]

I don't know much about how ovulatin starts. My husband i I are TTC. After 2 months of an IUD removal my period finally came. It's been close to 4 years since i've had it. My question is: do women ovulate after or before the period? I'm done the ovulation tests since the 15th and none of them say i have ovulated. Can experienced ladies help me.

[sk123]

You may want to try the Ovulation Tracker. If you can keep track of your periods and your test results from the ovulation prediction kits, that should help you figure out when you ovulate. To try the tracker, click on Trackers on the upper right of this page, and you'll see "Ovulation Tracker."

Once you've added it, you'll also see a panel called "Members Using this Tracker". You'll be able to see other women's trackers and ask them for advice too.

Good luck!

[mam18]

Thanks for the informtio. I've never had regular periods and after the IUD remval this is the first real period i've had in 4 years. I'll keep on searching.

[Michele, Katy, TX]

The first day of your period is the start of a brand new cycle.  You typically ovulate 14-16 days before your period.  When to expect your period depends on when you ovulated.  So, if you ovulate late, your period will be late.  I'm not sure if I am making sense here.  I know what I want to say.  I just seem to be having a difficult time saying it.  So, once ovulation has taken place, you should expect your period 14-16 days later.  It may take a little time to see exactly how long your cycles are.  If they are regular, it will be easier to pin point when you are ovulating.