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How to Start a Fertility Journal

Keeping a Fertility Journal Could Help You Conceive

By Teri Brown

According to Dr. Jurema, a fertility journal should keep track of as many details as possible. However, human reproduction is not an exact science, and there are many variables (known and unknown) that differentiate a fertile from an infertile couple. He suggests that women track the following in their journal:

• Length of menstrual cycles: number of days between day one of one cycle to day one of the next
• The amount and length of menstrual bleeding days for each cycle
• Any pain or discomfort, such as cramps, associated with menstrual flow or intercourse
• Type of medications you may use to alleviate symptoms and when they were taken
• Symptoms that may be associated with ovulation: start of cervical mucous discharge, midcycle pelvic discomfort/cramping that may be unilateral or any premenstrual symptoms (breast tenderness, bloating, etc.); if you wish, a basal body temperature chart may help to pinpoint the time of ovulation more precisely
• Days and frequency of unprotected intercourse during the cycle; note if any lubricating gels are used


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