Women's health
How to track your cycle
Tracking your cycle means noticing your periods and how you feel across the month, which gives you useful facts about your own body. Note the first day of each period, how long it lasts, how heavy it is, and any pain, mood, sleep or headache changes. After two or three cycles patterns often appear. One odd month is not alarming, but persistent changes are worth mentioning to a clinician. These pages have not had an outside expert review yet.
Start free
The Appointment Prep SheetFree. One page to fill in before a doctor visit: what to bring, your top concerns, three questions to ask and notes for after.Open it, no costRead first
- Trackers8 min readHow to Know When Heavy Periods Need a CheckupSoaking through products, clots, and fatigue can all be signs worth checking. Learn how to measure your flow and when to book a visit.
- Trackers8 min readHow to Track Migraines Across Your CycleMany women notice migraines around their period. A simple two-to-three-month log can reveal the pattern and give your doctor something to work with.
Products for this
Start here
What happens each week of a cycle, what's normal, and when to get checked, with a printable tracker.
30-day money back on every paid product. Digital, nothing is mailed.
Common questions
What should I track?
The first and last day of each period, flow, pain, mood, sleep and any other symptoms such as headaches or spotting.
How long is a normal cycle?
Cycles are commonly 21 to 35 days, but people vary and cycles can change over a lifetime. This is general information, not medical advice.
Is an app better than paper?
Neither is better. Pick what you will use. Check an app's privacy settings before entering personal health information.
When should I see a doctor?
If periods stop, are very heavy or painful, come much more or less often than usual, or you are worried, book a visit and bring your notes. This is general information, not medical advice.