How I Track My Menstrual Cycle with Just a Paper Calendar and a Pen | Simple Cycle Tracking

[@LiveFertile]

Thanks for watching! Let me know in the comments below what you think about all the menstrual cycle-related tech coming out.

[@suhailreads]

Thank you so much! I was about to start using an app because I dont like the system I got going on. This is soooooo much simpler and doable than any of the other options ❤

[@LiveFertile]

That's the beauty of cycle tracking, once you have mastered a particular method and gotten to know your cycle, you really can tailor it to work for you. Be well!

[@crystaldziadosz-brown9882]

I am just starting to consider this method and this video has made it seem possible to me that I could do this. It seemed to complicated to me at first, but I love how simple you show it can be and of course each individual can add more information if they want. Thank you for this video.

[@LiveFertile]

You’re welcome!

[@maditheband]

Thank you for sharing this information! Starting to track my cycle for the first time since I started the pill 14 years ago. This information is very helpful. I had no clue where to start.

[@LiveFertile]

So happy you found it helpful. There are so many ways to track. Definitely checkout the resources in the description box to learn even more so you can decide what the best method might be for you. Be well!

[@ElleKM11]

I'm all about simple as well & this is by far the most helpful video about cycle tracking to me!

[@LiveFertile]

I’m happy you found it helpful. Be well!

[@megara3171]

I'm grateful you showed us a twice a month period pattern which happens when you get your period on the first day of the month generally

[@LiveFertile]

I'm happy you found it insightful and interesting. Yeah, depending on someone's cycle length, having two periods in a single calendar month isn't all that uncommon. Be well!

[@kellyknepper980]

As a 30 something year old this video is very helpful! I wish someone taught me this when I was in my teens. But I am excited to start doing it for myself now. Thank you!!

[@LiveFertile]

I’m with you! I don’t know how consistent I would have been with tracking back then but it still would have been nice to know.

[@TheClutterLady]

This is amazing! First, that Lamy is one of my favorite pens. Second, I love simple, too! Third, I like seeing 3 months out on an app, but it usually isn't accurate anyway. AND I've gotten tired of the popup ad EVERY time I try to input the start or end of my bleeding! Thank you so much for sharing your method. I'm still a paper calendar girl anyway!

[@LiveFertile]

Hey fellow Lamy lover! I just got a Kaweco that has become my new go-to but the Lx is still in heavy rotation. Anyhow, thanks for watching the video and for your comment. Looking forward to checking out your channel!

[@TheClutterLady]

@@LiveFertile oh, wow, thank you so much! I also rotate the Twsbi Eco pens with rose gold accent details! They hold so much ink. Oh, the Kawecos do look nice, but I haven't tried them.

[@LiveFertile]

@@TheClutterLady My husband really likes his Twsbi. I might have to borrow it now. ☺

[@mahmoodanwer5511]

I m from Pakistan .I m watching your videos and trying to get pregnant.pray for me.your are looking so cute when you are saying hey there.

[@LiveFertile]

Hi there! I'm praying for you. Be well.

[@mahmoodanwer5511]

@@LiveFertile thank you for replying me .

[@LiveFertile]

@@mahmoodanwer5511 You're welcome!

[@rosebud_blooming]

I love this. I will use this method and share it with others. Thank you so much. I am now researching this topic

[@LiveFertile]

It's definitely my favorite way to track my cycle though it's not an official Fertility Awareness Method. Be well!

[@NikkiNooksMusic]

This was definitely simple and helpful. Thank you

[@LiveFertile]

You're welcome!

[@ke0403]

Thank you for this, I currently have an IUD but will be off it soon, I live in the south and defiantly want to keep private things private but I am trying to figure out ways to track and avoid pregnancy if I get my IUD removed etc etc but of course this information is buried and trying to find something manageable and healthy can be quite the pain. Do you have any suggestions or articles or anything that could help? Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@LiveFertile]

Hey there! If you head to the description box, there are some resources there that should be helpful. Let me know if you can’t find them and I’ll copy and paste the links in a reply. Be well!

[@janetierra0630]

Hi Kendra, after day 12 of the period, is that the time a women is ovulating? Te reason I ask is because, my menses is irregular and ttc so I'm lost when is the time of ovulation. Thank you for answering! Stay safe!

[@LiveFertile]

Hi Jane. Thanks for your question. Ovulation can occur on any day after menstruation (I was taught it can occur as early as day 5 but I've read as early as day 6 in other sources) and can vary from woman to woman and cycle to cycle. I highly recommend looking into some of the resources I linked to in the description box in this video to learn more about how to identify when your body is gearing up for ovulation and how to confirm it after it has occurred. It might also be a good idea to work one-on-one with a Fertility Awareness Educator for personalized guidance. Best wishes!

[@MonSamDan]

I just discovered your channel, Kendra. I love your natural look, calm demeanor, focus on simplicity and the wisdom and information you share. I do similar charting but I also take my temperature to track my ovulation. Not planning to get pregnant, I just want to know I make sufficient amounts of progesterone as I'm entering perimenopause now. Is mucus production enough to be sure I ovulated?

[@LiveFertile]

Aww, thanks! I think it's important to learn a specific method, stick with the specifics of that method for at least three cycles, then if you're comfortable doing so and it makes sense for the general characteristics of your cycle, tailor how you document your signs and symptoms to what works best for you. There are so many cycle tracking methods, some of which use only cervical mucus. I like the simplicity of these methods but they might not be the right fit for you or what you're hoping to get out of using a fertility awareness method. I highly recommend working one-on-one with a Fertility Awareness educator, taking a class or course on cycle tracking, and/ or reading the Fifth Vital Sign. I should have left links to some resources in the description box (I'll check to make sure I did and add them if I didn't.) I know that doesn't answer your question directly, but I do hope it points you in the right direction. Be well!

[@MonSamDan]

@@LiveFertile Thanks for your reply. I am familiar with Lisa's Fertility Friday. I think I need to stick with taking my morning temperature as that gives me a clear answer whether ovulation occurred. I'm not that good at assessing mucus.

[@LiveFertile]

@@MonSamDan You're welcome, Monika!

[@oshuwaomorodion5696]

@@LiveFertile thanks I used my mom phone to watch the video and I now understand how to do it

[@uugh805]

Having a key is brilliant. How did I not think of that. Thank you! Can you also tell me where I can buy a pen like the one you have? :)

[@LiveFertile]

You're welcome! It's a Lamy Lx Fountain Pen in Rose Gold. Here's my affiliate link to it on Amazon amzn.to/4bWxVCH

[@lifesjourney1535]

The best video on this HANDS DOWN!!! you are super smart and I watched over a dozen to find this one from you. Thank you. I am menopausal on HRT and am using a cyclical method of HRT and finally got my period (bleed, not really a period) whichh I was hoping to induce becaseu I like getting my periods. Not sure when to use progesterone though. What day of cycle should I add my progesterone? thanks

[@LiveFertile]

That’s very kind of you! Your prescribing provider is the best person to answer your question. I hope they can help!

[@EmmaHolmes-e5z]

What do you think about the brand Tempdrop?

[@LiveFertile]

Hi there. I haven't tried it personally but some of my clients have. There are definitely pros (not needing to remember to take your temp first thing after waking is one) and cons (needing to remember to put it on at night and it not providing an oral temp to clue you in on if your temps might suggest thyroid issues or other conditions are a couple). Overall, I like to keep devices to a minimum but I see how they can be beneficial too.

[@jessicamesa8760]

Hi I have a question what if at day 5 I’m spotting does that still count as having my period

[@LiveFertile]

I would recommend bringing all questions about your personal health to your personal provider (consider working with a fertility awareness educator). They can help you decide if what you're seeing is spotting and answer any additional questions you might have.

[@Lmartinezwilliams]

Hi there! Thank you for sharing and making this video. I'm definitely going to try it because I needed more than apps. I've watched your PCOS videos as well 🤓❤️❤️❤️! Have a great day.

[@LiveFertile]

I'm happy to hear this video inspired you to explore other options around cycle tracking. Definitely check out the links in the description. Fertility Awareness Educators and the resources they put out around cycle tracking are invaluable (and in my opinion, the best sources for guidance around cycle tracking.) Be well!

[@Lmartinezwilliams]

@@LiveFertile Thank you so much, I definitely will do that 💕!!

[@paigequeenb8257]

So simple. Perfect thank you

[@LiveFertile]

You're welcome!

[@marissashea5103]

Its such a shame that girls arent taught to be more in tune with their bodies before/while vecoming women. That said, what marks the "end" of your period, no more bright red blood or no more colored discharge at all? When i track by brown discharge my period tracks for 12 days which seems absurd. But if i stop it when red blood stops showing up its usually a 7-8 day period

[@LiveFertile]

Good question. This article appears to have the answer you're looking for (it mentions what menstrual blood might look like on lighter days): www.nhs.uk/conditions/periods/ I also recommend asking your personal healthcare provider.

[@marissashea5103]

@LiveFertile Thank-you!

[@kaylacrawford4828]

Thank you so much, Kendra.

[@LiveFertile]

You're welcome 🤗

[@Frogs_are_life]

I do have a question I always have white/ clear stuff in my underwear Idk if that’s normal though

[@LiveFertile]

Hi there! It might be, it might not be. There are a lot of other questions someone would have to ask you to know. So unltimately, that’s a question for your provider. Best wishes!

[@MainimoEmmanuela-gs1do]

IAM menstruating today on the 8 of April so when will my ovulation take place

[@LiveFertile]

Everybody is different. When your ovulation will happen depends on a lot of different factors that no one and no app can predict for you. The only way to know that your body is approaching ovulation is to pay attention to the signs your body gives you.

[@nuzhatparkar]

Hi i like ur way of explaining same i have 25 to 26 days cycle but this month i got my period on 31st day and i also feel dry in last days before period but because my period got delayed by 7 days those last days was very wet for me white transparent discharge what that means and i felt i was pregnant due to pain for 7 days in my body.

[@LiveFertile]

Hi there. That really is a question for your health care provider. Best wishes!

[@LilianNakeng]

If I had menstruation on 21 of May and has sex on 8 of June can I get pregnant

[@LiveFertile]

That would depend on when you ovulated/ if you ovulated. Since I don’t know if/ when you ovulated, I can’t answer that for you. Best wishes!

[@aishasaeed5842]

Hi Any yoga for premature ovarian failure

[@LiveFertile]

I haven't created any videos around that specific concern.

[@YazzmenLloyd]

Thank you!

[@LiveFertile]

You’re welcome!

[@Samim-wo2ro]

I am from Bangladesh. I watch your videos. I try to get pregnant please pray for me....

[@LiveFertile]

I’m wishing you all the best 🙏🏾

[@GiftyAnaneAwinitit]

Please if you have your period on the 29th of September and it end on the 3rd October, you you have sex on 4th October, and the same month 13th you have sex again. Please which day will you get you period again?

[@LiveFertile]

When you have sex (unless it leads to a pregnancy) doesn't influence when you will get your period again. Your hormones, the length of the phases of your cycle, lifestyle, environment, health history, etc. do. I can't predict that for you since I know nothing about your usual cycle length, health history, or lifestyle.

[@melissageorge247]

Evertime I try to get pregnant my cycle always change.

[@LiveFertile]

So many things about our bodies change during and after pregnancy. Thank you for sharing.

[@wowenjy9797]

Iam frm India ur vedios r nic

[@LiveFertile]

Awww, thanks!