OvuSense Fertility and Ovulation Blog

What makes PCOS particularly complex is its varied presentations, as this really highlights the importance of tailoring support approaches to the specific drivers of PCOS an individual woman may have. In this guest blog by Alexandra Emerson White, registered nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, we will delve into some of the key drivers and “types” of PCOS – insulin-resistant PCOS, post-pill PCOS, inflammatory PCOS, and adrenal PCOS – and explore why understanding these is crucial for effective symptom management and improved fertility outcomes.

The term “rainbow baby” may not be familiar to everyone, but for those who have experienced a miscarriage or infant loss, it has a profound significance. In this blog, we're discussing what the term means and we're sharing 7 rainbow baby poems to fill your heart with hope. So whether you have a rainbow baby, are expecting one, or are wishing with your whole heart for one, keep reading to learn more.  

After spending her entire adult life with irregular periods, Rachael was eventually diagnosed with PCOS at age 26. Even though she wasn’t ready for a baby at the time, she spent countless hours worrying that her diagnosis would mean she’d struggle to conceive or that she’d never get to be a mom. After connecting with a friend who went through a similar issue, Rachael found hope – and ultimately became pregnant – with the help of OvuSense.

Friends are there for all the exciting milestones in someone’s life – a promotion at work, a first date, buying a home, a wedding – but it’s equally important that friends are for the challenging moments, as well. Sometimes, TTC can be one of those moments. In this blog, we’re diving into the benefits of friendship during a conception journey, as well as sharing the ways that you can support others during theirs. 

When it comes to fertility tracking, the importance of accurate and real-time data cannot be overstated. Two products that have made significant strides in this field are OvuSense and Ava. Each offers a unique approach to tracking ovulation and fertility, but how do they compare?

Sarah had been navigating irregular cycles since she was a teenager, but she didn’t anticipate that it would impact her TTC journey when the time came. However, after trying unsuccessfully for two years after getting married, Sarah and her husband worried something may be wrong. Then, after hearing about OvuSense on Instagram, Sarah decided to give it a try. A year later, she fell pregnant and is overjoyed to welcome her baby in July.

Trying to conceive can come with many difficulties, especially if you are struggling with endometriosis. OvuSense advocate Jessamy Baldwin recently spoke to the New York Post about her history with the disease, how it impacted her fertility, and how she was eventually able to conceive (and recently deliver!) her beautiful rainbow baby girl. 

Irregular periods, PCOS, and a hormone imbalance made it difficult for Charlotte to conceive. After trying OvuSense, Charlotte learned she was ovulating later in her cycle than she had previously believed. After 10 cycles of OvuSense, Charlotte finally got her long-awaited positive test, and she recently gave birth to her beautiful baby girl in March. 

In honor of this year’s National Infertility Awareness Week on April 23-29, we reached out to members of the OvuSense community and asked them to share their stories in hopes of empowering others and helping them to open up about their journeys. Check out what they had to say in this blog. 

Curious about the time it takes to get pregnant? This article explores fertility factors & average conception times. Learn what to expect on your parenthood journey, from lifestyle choices to medical conditions.