Fertility Q&A

Can I use Tempdrop if I’ve had a hysterectomy?

Yes, you can. Some customers use Tempdrop to still track their hormones and potential ovulation.  If you still have your ovaries then your body will continue to go through hormonal changes, includi...

What is a normal period?

A menstrual period (menstruation) is the shedding of the uterine lining formed throughout the last cycle. A "true period" is a bleeding event that occurs around two weeks after ovulation. The first...

What if I’m not ovulating?

If you’re not ovulating, you should talk to your provider! Finding a provider who’s familiar with charting and reading charts can be particularly useful. They should be able to help you troubleshoo...

How Can I Prepare For My Period?

Each cycle, we journey through the four phases of the menstrual cycle. Each phase has its own unique gifts and challenges. In the luteal phase (after ovulation up to your next period) your progeste...

What can you learn about your hormones in the luteal phase?

How can tracking BBT in the luteal phase provide insights into a woman's hormones and overall health? During the luteal phase (that's the second half of your cycle, post-ovulation), your basal body...

What Is Progesterone?

Progesterone is a crucial hormone in maintaining a healthy menstrual cycle and supporting the early stages of pregnancy. During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (the time from ovulation to ...

What Is Anovulation?

Anovulation is a condition in which a woman does not ovulate (or release an egg from her ovaries during her menstrual cycle). No ovulation means no period (even though you might experience bleeding...

Can you get pregnant on your period?

Many people ask: Can you be on your period and get pregnant? The simple answer is 'Yes - It is possible to get pregnant on your period'. However, this can only happen IF you have very early ovulati...

Can I confirm ovulation by ovulation pain?

No. Some women get pain around ovulation - light cramping, ovary pain, etc. However, these aren’t always signs of ovulation; they can happen before, during, or after ovulation. These are considered...

Can I ovulate more than once per cycle?

No! You only ovulate once per cycle. However, you can release two or more eggs within the same ovulation period. That’s how fraternal multiples happen!