After your period ends, ovulation typically occurs about 11 to 21 days into your menstrual cycle, depending on the length and regularity of your cycle. For a typical 28-day cycle, ovulation usually happens around day 14, which is roughly 10 to 14 days after your period finishes. If your cycle is shorter or longer, ovulation may occur earlier or later respectively—for example, ovulation can happen around day 7 in a 21-day cycle or around day 21 in a 35-day cycle. Ovulation is the release of a mature egg from the ovary and it happens about 14 days before your next period starts, not directly after your last period ends. The timing can vary depending on individual factors such as stress, hormonal balance, and overall cycle regularity.