Knowing your menstrual cycle — Charting your cycle
A chart may help you keep track of the different changes that occur during your cycle. You don't have to keep track of all the changes, but you may get a better understanding of your cycle if you use more than one method. Choose what feels right for you.
Notes on completing the chart:
Temperature
If you are charting your temperature, remember to try to take your temperature at the same time every morning.
Also, try to note anything that may have affected your body temperature, such as alcohol or drugs.
It is possible to ovulate without seeing a noticeable rise in temperature. This can make it difficult to interpret your temperature chart, so if you are following your cycle to avoid pregnancy or to get pregnant, paying attention to other signs may help.
Other changes
Add any other changes you notice, such as bloating or swollen breasts, aggression, feeling tired or feeling sexual.
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