Cervical mucus after successful implantation
After implantation, the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining and connects with the bloodstream. This process is often referred to in medical terms as nidation or implantation. In some cases, implantation may cause slight bleeding, known as implantation bleeding. This occurs when blood vessels in the uterus are disrupted during the implantation process. But don’t panic! It is neither harmful to the woman nor to the subsequent course of pregnancy. Learn more about cervical mucus after successful implantation here.
Implantation - When does it occur?
The Fertility Awareness Method allows you to perceive your cycle in all its phases particularly well. Over time, you become more attuned to changes in your cycle more quickly and strongly. Especially with cervical mucus, an impending ovulation can be recognized: it becomes ‚better‘ in quality, meaning more abundant, clearer, more stretchy, and more transparent. Cervical mucus thus becomes the perfect nourishing ground and ’slide‘ for sperm making their way to fertilize the egg. Once they reach their destination and a sperm successfully fertilizes the egg, implantation begins. It takes about 6 days for the fertilized egg to settle in the uterus and fully implant. During this time, cervical mucus decreases as it has completed its job.
Implantation - One Step Closer to Achieving Parenthood?
Yes! Successful fertilization alone is not a guarantee of pregnancy – but if implantation has occurred, the chances are significantly better. If everything goes well from here, the first step toward a successful, healthy pregnancy has been taken!
