Menstruation, commonly referred to as having a period, is a natural and normal part of the menstrual cycle that many girls and women experience.
The menstrual cycle is a monthly biological rhythm that prepares the body for pregnancy. It’s a complex interplay of hormones and physiological changes that typically lasts between 21 to 35 days, with 28 days being the average.
If pregnancy does not occur, the uterine lining sheds and leaves the body as blood.
1. Menstrual Phase
2. Follicular Phase
3. Ovulation Phase
4. Luteal Phase
No. Not every girl or person assigned female at birth gets a period... and that’s okay.
The average age is 12 years old, but girls can start as early as 7-9 years old. Please consult your child's pediatrician for more information.
