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Top FAQs for Garmin Connect Menstrual Tracking
IMPORTANT: This is not a method of contraception.
If you have not yet setup your Menstrual Tracking please refer to Using the Menstrual Cycle Tracking Feature. If you have questions after setting this feature up please review the frequently asked questions below by selecting a question from the list.
How Do I Change My Cycle Settings?
You can change your Menstrual Cycle Tracking settings, including your Cycle Type, Cycle Length, Period Duration, your logging preferences, and more in your Garmin Connect™ account.
Garmin Connect App Instructions:
Open the Garmin Connect app.
Select More (bottom right).
Select Health Stats or Health & Performance.
Select Menstrual Cycle.
Select
(upper right).Select Settings.
Select an option to make changes.
After you have made any necessary changes, select the back arrow in the top-left corner to save your changes.
Garmin Connect Web Instructions:
From a web browser, sign into your Garmin Connect account.
Select Heath Stats or Health & Performance from the navigation bar on the left.
Select Menstrual Cycle.
Follow the steps if this is the first time you are setting up the Menstrual Cycle Tracking.
If it was already set up you will see tracking information.
If it is already set up and you would like to edit information select the
icon (top right) and select Settings.Select an option to make changes.
Once all changes are complete, select Save.
What is the Difference Between Regular, Irregular, and No Period Cycle Types?
Regular: Cycle can be anywhere from 21-35 days long.
Irregular: Cycle is shorter than 21 days or longer than 35 days.
No Period: This may be due to PCOS or similar conditions, because you are breastfeeding, because you are experiencing menopause, or for other reasons.
Why Do I Not See the Four Phases of My Cycle?
You will see the four phases of your cycle if your cycle type is regular, with a cycle length between 20-45 days and you do not use a contraception method. Shorter and longer cycle lengths will not show the fertile window predictions by default due to a more irregular cycle.
If your cycle is longer than 100 days, your period and fertility predictions are turned off.
How Does the Feature Predict My Periods?
The period predictions are based on your past 6 months of logged cycles. The more you log, the more accurate they will get. Log your period consistently to receive more accurate predictions.
Your estimated ovulation day is typically 13 days before the last day of your cycle. Your fertility window usually lasts from 4 days before your estimated ovulation day to 2 days after. Your fertile window is always shown as 7 days.
Why Do I Not See My Fertile Window Predictions?
If you selected a hormonal contraception, your predictions have been turned off. This is because your contraception may have adjusted your hormones, stopping ovulation from occurring.
Can I Track More Than One Ovulation Day in a Cycle?
Yes, and if you track an ovulation day, you will see your fertile window adjust its predictions. If you track more than one day, we will adjust the window to account as well.
Can I Log Ovulation Test Results
You can use the notes section to add your test results. If you are ovulating, you can add it as a symptom under Ovulation Day.
Can I Import Data or Export My Data?
Importing menstrual cycle data from other apps is not available at this time. It is possible to track previous days to better refine the period predictions. For information on how to export data, see How Do I Export Data Out of Garmin Connect?
Can I Get Menstrual Cycle Reminders Sent to My Phone?
Menstrual tracking reminders can be sent to your phone. This is a feature we offer through the Garmin Connect™ app that does not require you to have a Garmin device paired. If you wish to receive these reminders as a notification on your compatible phone, please see the steps below:
Open the Garmin Connect app.
Select More (bottom right).
Select Settings.
Select Notifications.
Select Push Notifications.
Make sure Allow Push Notifications is enabled.
Scroll through the options until you reach Menstrual Cycle.
Select Reminders.
Customize Period and Logging Reminders by adjusting:
Occurs: How often the reminder occurs.
Time: The time of day you wish to receive such reminders.
Message: The message you want to see for your reminder notifications.
Can I Opt Out of the Feature Once it Has Been Setup?
If you wish to discontinue using the feature, you can select Stop Cycle Tracking and discontinue tracking symptoms. Adjusting these settings will remove the Menstrual Cycle Tracking Widget from the Home screen in the Garmin Connect™ app and you will no longer receive any predictions.
Garmin Connect App Instructions:
NOTE: If the Menstrual Cycle does not show make sure that your profile Gender is set to either Female or Not Specified.
Open the Garmin Connect app.
Select More (bottom right).
Select Health Stats or Health & Performance.
Select Menstrual Cycle.
Select
(upper right).Select Settings.
Select Stop Cycle Tracking.
Select Done.
Garmin Connect Web Instructions:
NOTE: If the Menstrual Cycle does not show make sure that your profile Gender is set to either Female or Not Specified.
From a web browser, sign into your Garmin Connect account.
Select Health Stats or Health & Performance from the navigation bar on the left.
Select Menstrual Cycle.
Select the
icon (top right) and select Settings.Select Stop Cycle Tracking.