PCOS and Ovulation: How to Know If You're Ovulating (and What to Do If You’re Not)

Ovulation is the key to getting pregnant with PCOS. Learn how to tell if you’re ovulating and what to do when your cycles are irregular or missing.

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🌼 Introduction

Ovulation is essential for conception—but with PCOS, it's often unpredictable.
The good news? With the right tools and awareness, you can learn what your body is doing—and even coax it back into rhythm.

🔍 How to Know If You're Ovulating

  • Basal Body Temperature (BBT) – Confirms ovulation after it happens
  • Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPKs) – Can work with PCOS, especially advanced ones like Mira
  • Cervical Mucus – Fertile mucus is clear, stretchy like egg white
  • Mid-luteal Progesterone Blood Test – Best confirmation

⚠️ Why Ovulation Stops in PCOS

  • Insulin resistance
  • Elevated androgens
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Stress + cortisol overload

💡 How to Restart Ovulation

  • Address blood sugar (Inositol, Magnesium, low-glycemic diet)
  • Lower androgens (Omega-3s, NAC, Zinc)
  • Calm the nervous system
  • Track consistently for 2–3 months before making changes

🧭 Summary

Ovulation isn't a mystery—you just need the right tools and some patience. Once you learn your pattern, you can begin working with your body instead of guessing.

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