I understand that having a period can be stressful but what makes it even worse is not being able to track our period dates and prepare ourselves. Nobody enjoys unexpected period because it only adds to our stress levels. Knowing when our period will arrive can help us mentally prepare and avoid situations where we have to look for or ask for pads or deal with unexpected pregnancy.
Is there an App to keep track of our period?
There are many apps that can help you keep track of your period dates, such as Glow, Cycles, MyFlo, MagicGirl, and more. These apps notify you when your period is due and can also provide dietary recommendation. They can even help you identify the dates when the chances of getting pregnant are high. If you don’t have access to such apps, you can rely on traditional methods like tracking on Calendar.
How do you know when your next period is coming?
What I usually do is mark the first day of my period on the calendar, so I don’t forget the date. Then, the next month, I start preparing myself mentally four days before the marked date or four days after. This way, I’m well-prepared with the necessary supplies.
How do you calculate your Menstrual Cycle Length?
You can use the counting method to accurately predict your period. Simply mark the first day of your period for six cycles, then count the number of days between the first day of your period in the previous month and the first day of your period in the current month. Record these dates for six cycles and see if the number of days stay consistent. For example, if the days in between are consistently 28, then you can expect your period to start on the 28th day after the first day of your period from the previous month.
Conclusion
It’s important to keep in mind that months have varying numbers of days, and the accuracy of these methods may also be influenced by our diet and underlying conditions. Nevertheless, they can assist you in planning for your period within a specific week, which can help reduce stress.
