BabyDays - FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does BabyDays cost?

BabyDays is free to try and cheap to buy - only $15 to register!
If it's worth using, it's worth buying!

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Where can I purchase/register BabyDays?

You may register BabyDays online using major credit cards.

Registration by check or money order is also acceptable, however
personal checks must clear before a registration code will be sent.
See the snailmail instructions and order form here.

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Does BabyDays time-expire after 30 days?

BabyDays does NOT expire after 30 days, but in unregistered mode there is a nag popup reminder and
DateBook entry generation is limited to the current cycle. If you use and enjoy BabyDays, we ask
that you please purchase it. We're a small company that needs your support.
The price is a very low $15, a great value!

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What are the system requirements?

System Requirements:

Palm OS version 3.5 or later (may also work on earlier versions of Palm OS)
36k free space

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How do I install the program?

Download:

To download the BabyDays application, click here 36Kb.
After accepting the License Agreement, save BabyDays.prc on your system,
somewhere easy to find such as your desktop.

Installation:

Run the Palm OS Installer by double-clicking on BabyDays.prc.
Perform a normal Palm HotSync to transfer BabyDays.prc to your Palm OS device.

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How do I run the program?

Simply tap the BabyDays icon on your Palm OS device:

Many users also like to launch BabyDays using one of the dedicated buttons, such as the +/-/x/= calculator button.
This may be done via the Palm OS Preferences->Buttons option.

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What is the Bio-Clock?

The Bio-Clock is a clock-like presentation of your cycle, with a tick mark for each day.
This helps you gain a better perspective on the timing of your ovulation and upcoming period.
Certain days are special:

Period days are red diamonds inside a red border
Ovulation day is a black square inside a black border

While in the first half of your cycle the date at the top of the clock is the cycle start.
During the second half of your cycle the date at the top of the clock is the next cycle start.

The date at the bottom of the clock is always your predicted ovulation date for the current cycle

To navigate from the Bio-Clock display:

Tap the DateBook icon to manage DateBook entries
Tap the watch stem on the right side of the Bio-Clock to setup BabyDays
Use the View menu

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How do I register the program?

To register BabyDays, you must first purchase a registration key.
The registration key is based upon your current Palm HotSync user name, which you can view
in both the HotSync program as well as within the Register BabyDays dialog as seen below.
When purchasing a key, be sure to enter the correct Palm HotSync user name during checkout.

Once you have your registration key, tap the Help-->Register... menu option to display
the Register BabyDays dialog. Enter your registration key into the provided field.

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How do I set up the program?

Enter values for Cycle length, Luteal Phase, Last period started, and Period length.

From these values, BabyDays calculates the Next Ovulation and Period values.

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What's a Luteal Phase?

Post-ovulatory phase of a woman's cylcle. Most sources indicate that the average Luteal Phase is 14 days.
You may need to try an Ovulation Predictor Kit to help pinpoint the start of the Luteal Phase.
Determining this value is key to predicting your ovulation date.
NOTE: We are not doctors and recommend you speak to your doctor if advice is needed.

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How can I see future cycle dates?

From the Setup view, simply push the Up / Down buttons on your Palm OS device:

This will cause BabyDays to temporarily jump forward or backward a cycle.
This does NOT change your saved current cycle values.

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How does BabyDays add/update/remove DateBook entries?

BabyDays uses the cycle dates and DateBook entry settings to add current/future DateBook entries.

BabyDays DateBook entries all start with "BabyDays:", and this prefix is used to find the entries
when removing or updating. If you alter this prefix, BabyDays will no longer manage the entry.
BabyDays does not add DateBook entries that are prior to the current cycle start date.
The default DateBook entry time is 10pm-11pm, as seen in the Entry Details dialog.
The Remove Entries->Current option removes all BabyDays DateBook entries from the current cycle forward.
Using this option preserves your BabyDays history in the DateBook.
The Remove Entries->All option removes all BabyDays DateBook entries regardless of the date.
NOTE: in unregistered mode, DateBook entry generation is limited to the current cycle.

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How do I get support / bug fixes for BabyDays?

Support issues and bugs may be reported to

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We'll do our best to respond with answers and fixes as quickly as possible!
Also - you'll never have to pay for BabyDays upgrades or bug fixes!

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