Many people unwrapped a shiny new Oura Ring or other fitness tracking wearable over the holidays and are now staring at a dashboard full of numbers wondering what on earth they all mean. These metrics are not just tech toys; they can become a powerful window into how your body rests, recovers and cycles and they can be incredibly useful in holistic and fertility‑focused care.​ Sleep: More Than Hours in Bed Most wearables estimate how long you sleep, how often you wake up, and

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