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How your cycle works

Explain the four phases to a friend, know what a normal cycle looks like, and know when your cycle is telling you something.

A cycle basics course · 6 short reads · about 25 minutes

  1. What actually is a menstrual cycle?It is not just your period. It is a whole monthly loop.4 min
  2. Your first periodWhat to expect, and how to be ready.4 min
  3. The four phases, in depthMenstrual, follicular, ovulation and luteal, and what each one is doing.5 min
  4. What is a normal cycle length?Spoiler: there is a wide, healthy range.4 min
  5. How stress, travel and illness affect your cycleWhy your period goes on holiday when you do.4 min
  6. Your cycle is a vital signWhy doctors care about your period pattern, and what to note for them.4 min
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