[LaLaLu]

So we just made the decision to come off BCP. I took my last pill Saturday, which means AF comes on Wednesday.

What should I be doing? We don't plan on TTC until March but I want to be ready.

TIA!

[Coley]

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Fertility Charting!!!

Since you are just getting started, I will give you the same introductory advice I give everyone...

1. Pick up a BBT Thermometer. They are usually no more than about $10 bucks. A regular thermometer will work in a pinch, but it will not pick up the variances in temps the way a BBT will.

2. Pick up a copy of Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler. It is absolutely INDISPENSIBLE!! It explains charting, cervical mucus, position, etc... plus lots of things about the menstrual cycle most of us never knew. You will find yourself referring to it A LOT!!

3. Set up a free Fertility Friend account so you have somewhere to log all of your temps and other fertile signs. It's really crucial to actually chart out the temps so that you can see the patterns that emerge. Plus, it helps us to see what's going on in the event that you are confused or have questions that need "expert eyes."

That's really all you need to get you started. We're all here to help in any way possible. I think it's fantastic that you are getting all of this started before you actually start TTC. This way, you will be familiar with your cycles, your body's natural patterns as well as any problems that may arise.

So... welcome again and I hope we get to see a lot more of you!!

[LaLaLu]

Wow...that's a lot of information, lo. Thank you so much!! We are going tonight to get a BBT and I signed up for FF too!!