Track your cycle, predict your fertile window, and take control of your health.
Typical range: 21-35 days
Always wash your hands before and after changing menstrual products to prevent infections.
Change pads every few hours and tampons every 4–8 hours, even on light flow days.
Use pads, tampons, cups, discs, or period underwear that fit your comfort and lifestyle.
Wrap used pads/tampons and throw them in the trash. Do not flush menstrual products down the toilet.
Choose cotton underwear and avoid tight fabrics to reduce moisture and prevent infections.
Wash the vulva (outside only) daily with water. Avoid scented soaps and douching.
Use a calendar or app to monitor your period. Irregular cycles can signal health issues.
Drink enough water to help prevent urinary and vaginal infections.
See a doctor if you have very heavy bleeding, periods longer than 7 days, severe pain, or sudden changes in your cycle.
Visit your healthcare provider yearly for reproductive health exams, including pap smears and pelvic exams.
Use heat pads, gentle exercise, or over-the-counter pain relief for cramps. If pain is severe, consult a doctor.
If you feel dizzy, faint, need to change pads/tampons every 1–2 hours, or miss periods for several months, seek medical attention.