Close up on a woman's hands holding a calendar, on which there are five days marked with a red X (representing her last period) and five days marked with green circles (representing ovulation).

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For many people who menstruate, there’s the collective feeling of dread when it comes to “that time of ...

It's okay to have two periods in one month if that's what's normal for you. Menstruation usually lasts 3-5 days, once every 24-38 days. You might get two periods in one month if your period comes ...

You might have two periods in one month if your menstrual cycle is short, like 24 days. Irregular periods in early pregnancy can be caused by implantation or complications. See a healthcare provider ...

The menstrual cycle is often seen as a routine biological function, but its fluctuations can sometimes spark concern. Changes in the consistency, color, or heaviness of menstrual flow may raise ...

Real talk: Periods can be unpredictable. Whether your period is suddenly shorter than normal, you got it twice in one month, or you're randomly spotting, it can be confusing when your cycle is ...

Noticing that your period blood looks thinner or more watery than usual can be concerning, especially when you’re used to a certain consistency and color. Many women experience changes in their ...

Everyone who has periods knows that they don’t always come when they’re supposed to. Sometimes they’re late, other times they last way too long, and sometimes they’re early, ruining a perfectly good ...

Frances Gatta is a freelance health writer with experience covering health care technology, general health, mental health, femtech and personalized nutrition for companies and publications like Oura, ...

For many people who menstruate, there’s the collective feeling of dread when it comes to “that time of the month.” While most get their period every four weeks, some people may menstruate more often ...