How do I take my temperature when charting?

There are a few guidelines to follow when taking your temperature to make sure you get the best interpretation on your chart.

• Take your temperature just as you wake up in the morning, before doing anything else.
• Take your temperature at the same time every morning, or as close to the same time as possible. Note the time.
• Take your temperature after a solid few hours of sleep.
• Take your temperature using a special BBT thermometer.
• Enter your data on your chart or bedside notepad as soon after taking your temperature as possible.