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Let's talk about the Menstrual Cycle
What phases make up the menstrual cycle?

The menstrual cycle consists of four phases, typically lasting 28 days.
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The Menstrual Phase starts on day 1 and will often last until day 5 or 6. Your hormones drop during this time if pregnancy doesn't occur. This results in the shedding of your uterine lining.
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The Follicular Phase starts on day 1, overlapping with the menstruation phase. This phase continues until day 13. During this time estrogen rises to prepare the body for pregnancy.
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Ovulation occurs on day 14. Ovulation occurs when an egg is released from the ovary. On this day, you are the most fertile and likely to get pregnant.
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The Luteal Phase starts on day 15 and goes until the end of the cycle, typically day 28. During this phase, progesterone increases to prepare the uterus for a potential pregnancy​
Citations
Watson, Stephanie. “Stages of Menstrual Cycle.” Healthline, March 13, 2023.


