Monday.

CD 3

This morning started off with a call to the dr. to make my appointment for the next round of blood work.  [I am having my progesterone levels checked to verify that I have ovulated.]  Last cycle, because of timing, we tested on CD 22, and this cycle we’re going to check on CD 21.  Except that the office and lab close early on Fridays, so we’ll see how that goes.  Last test gave us a reading of 4, which is low.  But apparently is affected by many things, and doesn’t really tell you anything.  After this next test, I am going to request a salvia test, which is a lot more accurate.  Although, this month, I feel very confident with checking my BBT, that I will be able to tell them if this test is completely useless at the time.

In the last month, I have learned more about my body should, can, and is doing than I’ve ever been taught growing up – going through it!  I have to say, I feel let down by our school health classes.  And dare I say parents too?  I think every girl should know exactly what goes on, past “you bleed once a month”.  In my opinion, it would help control teenage pregnancy if girls knew exactly when they could get pregnant, and avoid that window.  If would also help young girls, young women (hell, every woman) know sooner if something isn’t right.  Imagine discovering a problem, on your own, and in time to fix it!  I want to teach this to my daughters.  I find it fascinating what the female does.  Men will never understand, and it’s a shame that so many women won’t either.

BBT: 97.16
Flow: Heavy, slowing
Symptoms: No pain, no cravings.

Feelings: Pretty content so far today