09/10/2026
🌸 FERTILITY FRIDAY
What actually happens when you ovulate?
Ovulation is the moment an egg is released from an o***y — but there’s quite a lot happening behind the scenes.
At the beginning of your cycle, follicles in your o***y begin developing. Usually, one becomes dominant and continues to mature.
As oestrogen rises, this triggers a surge in luteinising hormone (LH).
That LH surge causes the mature follicle to release an egg — this is ovulation. 🌸
The egg then travels into the fallopian tube, where it may meet s***m and become fertilised.
The egg is available for fertilisation for around 12–24 hours, while s***m can survive in the reproductive tract for several days.
That’s why your fertile window isn’t just the day you ovulate.
Understanding ovulation can help you understand your body, whether you’re trying to conceive or simply wanting to learn more about your reproductive health.
💜 Your cycle is full of information. Learning to understand it can be incredibly empowering.