I just started using a BBT chart for the first time. I am noticing that each morning my temperature is in the 97 range even though normal body temp is 98.6. Even if I take my temp later in the day (just for curiosity's sake) it is still in the 97 range. Just now I took it and it was 96.5. Anyone have a similar experience? Should I be concerned about this? Thanks for any input you may have.
No don't be concerned. I always "ran cool" too. Your temp is lowest very early in the morning and goes up the later you sleep. I never got a BBT above 97.5 even when I was pregnant (and it was more like 96.5 when I was TTC). It's possible that a very low BBT is indicative of being hypothyroid, but if you've not had any symptoms of this and you haven't had any trouble conceiving I doubt this is the case. You probably just run cool too.
I've taken my temp for years and it's bizarre the things that can affect BBT. Don't worry so much about the numbers, but take notice more of when your temp shifts. (I assume you're doing this to track fertility) Once you've done this for a few months you'll notice a pattern.
Oh, and I know it's crucial to take your temp even before you get up out of bed in the morning. Good luck tracking! I really enjoyed getting in touch with my body with BBT charting.
I don't think you have any reason to be concerned!
Have you been to www.fertilityfriend.com? I definitely recommend the site! You will learn so so much about your BBT, charting it, what it means, cervical mucus, and the menstrual cycle in general. You'll definitely find great information there. Go go!
My bbt is rarely at the normal 98.6. I have had temps at 95.x and felt fine. You just have to find your normal range and take it from there.
