You may also experience other symptoms like increased libido or cramping. Bleeding between ... spotting that occurs before, after, or during the time of ovulation, says Jane L.

If an egg combines male sperm during ... the time leading up to menopause, causes fluctuating hormone levels. These fluctuations can worsen ovulation pain and menstrual cramping.

Whether it’s “crunch time” during your follicular phase ... body — some experience abdominal discomfort, AKA cramps, during ...