In episode 87, I interview Certified Fertility Care Practitioner and Integrative Health Coach, Melissa Buchan, about how to effectively chart your mentstrual cycle to evaluate and support your fertility. Learning to chart is one of the most proactive and empowering things you can do to understand your body, participate in your healthcare, and take control of your fertility journey. Melissa walks you through:

• The difference between tracking your period and charting your cycle and why this distinction is important
• The specific components of a well-charted cycle and what information we get from these markers
• How you can use your chart to identify important patterns and potential issue that may lead to trouble conceiving
• How to change your mindset around charting to alleviate any stress you might be feeling about it
• Some of the apps and devices on the market that can make charting easier
• The most common mix-ups women make when learning to chart

You can find show notes for the episode and links to Melissa's website and social media at https://tinyfeet.co/my-podcast/87.

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