No Peak Fertility

Not ovulating or having no peak fertility in any given fertility cycle is also called anovulation.

It's when the ovary does not release an egg, it's also called anovulation. When there is no ovulation, there may be no menstrual bleeding. If bleeding does occur it's because of the hormone estrogen - which causes the breakthrough bleeding. Many women see this breakthrough bleeding and assume she is ovulating when indeed she is not.

There can be many reasons why women suffer from anovulation. The fact is a woman will not know about it unless she is actively charting her fertility signs. The fertility chart will look very erratic, with the temperatures jumping all over the place, or staying in the low range all month long. There will be no upward shift to identify ovulation. Sometimes a doctor can prescribe drugs that will help to bring on ovulation.

Reasons for not ovulating and no peak fertility:

• Breastfeeding
• Coming off the birth control pill
• Excessive weight gain or loss
• Illness
• Medical conditions
• Pituitary gland problems
• Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS)
• Premenopause
• Strenuous Exercise
• Stress

Treatments and Cures for Not Ovulating

If you suspect anovulation you should see your doctor first. They can run a series of tests to check your hormone levels. They may prescribe drugs that help to bring on ovulation. One of the best prescription drugs for helping to induce ovulation is Clomid or Pregonal. These 2 drugs come in different strengths and normally the smaller dosage is tried first then increased if pregnancy does not occur.

For some women, the help of Clomid or Pregonal will help them to ovulate with no other action required. Clomid is the most popular one prescribed - and will be prescribed if the root of infertility cannot be determined.

If you aren't ovulating and not having a bleeding cycle a prescription drug called Provera may be given to induce the menstrual bleeding. After the bleeding period ovulation may occur. Once it has been established a physician can have a better look to see if additional help is warranted.

If you are still not ovulating on your own there are also natural remedies and treatments to help bring it on. NOTE: Please always seek the advice of your healthcare provider before trying any form of "natural" treatment.

• Evening Primrose Oil - can be taken the first half of the cycle. It helps to aid in the production of the fertile egg-white like cervical fluid.
• Vitamin B6 - can be taken all cycle - at least 50 mg. It's a hormone regulator and helps to lengthen the luteal phase.
• Vitex - should be taken ONLY the first half of the cycle. Helps some women to regulate the production of estrogen and progesterone in ovulation. SHOULD NOT be taken with Clomid.

In this day not ovulating and have a no peak fertility is not a reason to suffer from infertility forever. With all the advances in medicine there are many things that can be done to help your body to ovulate. The first and best step is to chart your fertility signs and to schedule an appointment to see your healthcare provider.