Question 1

How long is a normal menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

The average cycle is 28 days, but in adults cycles between 21 and 35 days are considered normal. The cycle starts on the first day of period bleeding and ends the day before your next period starts.

Question 2

What are the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

The menstrual cycle has four phases: the menstrual phase (days 1–5), the follicular phase (days 6–13), ovulation (around day 14) and the luteal phase (days 15–28).

Question 3

What day of the cycle do you ovulate?

Accepted Answer

In a 28-day cycle, ovulation usually happens around day 14. If your cycle is a different length, ovulation takes place about 14 days before your next period.

Question 4

When are your most fertile days?

Accepted Answer

The fertile window covers ovulation day and the 5 days before it – roughly days 9–14 of a 28-day cycle. The chance of pregnancy is highest 1–2 days before ovulation and on ovulation day itself.

Menstrual cycle day by day

Menstrual phase (period)

Follicular phase

Ovulation

Luteal phase

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