According to American pregnancy association ovulation only happens when a mature egg is realized from the ovary, pushed down the fallopian tube and made available to be fertilized. During ovulation following changes can be noticed; Bloating, changes in discharge, breast tenderness, and increased libido. The essence of tracking ovulation for one to be pregnant is because is only within 24 hours of unprotected sex when one can be pregnant and also mature eggs only lives 12-24 hours after release from ovaries. The following criteria’s can serve well to monitor ovulation; Calendar, ovulation predictor kit, and chatting your basal body temperature.
Dr. Tanut Jerachotechueantaveechai
Medical Director, Bangkok Central Clinic IVF & Wellness
Dr. Tanut Jerachotechueantaveechai is a specialist in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Medicine, having graduated with first-class honors from Siriraj Hospital in 2010. Dr. Tanut has experience working at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai, Lanna, Chiang Mai Ram, and Phyathai Sriracha hospitals. He previously served as a Medical Director at First Fertility PGS Center Bangkok, and was a special reproductive technology lecturer at Mahidol University. He provides a tailor-made treatment approach, working closely with couples to support their family-planning goals, and achieved an average success rate of 72.5% in 2019. He continuously updates his medical knowledge through international workshops and congresses across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Australia.
