Remember that temperature variations over the course of your cycle are small but significant. Accurate readings and records are vital if your basal temperature chart is going to work and helps you determine when you ovulate.
It may take a few months of charts before you start to see reliable information that can really help you identify when it is most fertile. Stay with it and you will see the benefit!
1. Leave the thermometer under the pillow or near the bed so you don't have to move too far to find it.
2. Take your temperature as soon as you get up in the morning, preferably before you get up, or even sit temperature scanner!
3. Make sure you have slept enough, a minimum of 5 hours is recommended.
4. Take your temperature at the same time every day, even if it means setting an alarm to do it, and then going back to bed for a while afterward.
5. Use the same thermometer every time. Basal digital thermometers are inexpensive and read very quickly and reliably.
6. You can take your temperature rectally, vaginally, or orally (not preferable), it doesn't really matter, but be sure to do it the same way every time.
7. Take your temperature for at least 2 months before drawing conclusions about when you ovulate. Although it is possible to see a temperature change the first month, it is more reliable the longer you do it.
8. Take note of any special circumstances, such as a very stressful day, being sick, or late at night - all of this can affect your basal temperature, so you don't want to get rid of the board.
9. If you sleep less than 4 hours straight, skip reading that day, you could put a false spike or drop on your board.
10. If you wake up earlier or later (up to an hour) than normal, adjust the temperature you record. 0.2F lower if you wake up later, 0.2F higher if you wake up earlier. If you wake up sooner or later for more than 3 hours, skip the day.
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