Qu about SMEP

[Marvelftw]

Was thinking about trying SMEP this cycle but I had a few questions about it. I primarily use digital Clearblue ovulation to help me catch my peak. Am I right in saying that when I get the solid smiley I should dtd that day, the next day, the day after that, rest and then do it again?

The only reason I ask is that it seems like a lot of sex “after” when I’ve probably ovulated. I always use the cheap strips to check my levels the day after I get a peak on the digital and most cycles they’ve gotten significantly lighter. Have no issues about dtd so much after peak day but it seems a bit unneeded? Just wanted to post in case I was understanding it wrong!

When you get the static smiley they estimate it's 24-36hrs until you ovulate. We do the day of the static smiley and the day after, and if we have the capacity we will also do the day after that but know it's less likely to make a difference x

Ovulation prediction kits work to detect the surge that happens before ovulation, so once a smiley appears ovulation is imminent (within 2 days usually).