Phase Me Up
This is the “new beginnings” phase where energy, motivation, and productivity increase.
follicular phase (A.K.A. “Let’s organize the entire house at 2 AM” phase.)
This hormone is responsible for the “I feel amazing!” energy surge before ovulation.
estrogen (The “I can lift a car” hormone.)
i have never had this desire but ok
This is the best type of exercise to do during your period, especially for easing cramps.
light walking or yoga (Great for getting the blood flowing and helping those cramps without exhausting you.)
True or False: Some women experience sharp pain in one ovary during ovulation.
TRUE (It’s called Mittelschmerz, which sounds scary because it is.)
never have heard of this one
True or False: You can't get pregnant on your period.
FALSE. (You probably won’t, but biology loves surprises.)
The shortest phase where a woman is her most confident, social, and attractive.
ovulation (A.K.A. the “Beyoncé” phase.)
not sure what chat was thinking on this one but ok
This hormone rises in the luteal phase, causing sleepiness, bloating, and the sudden urge to yell at slow walkers.
progesterone (The “I don’t know why I’m mad, but I AM” hormone.)
always
DO NOT ask her this question, ever
“Are you mad because of your period?” or anything along those lines...chat had some cringe ones that i took out
Women may suddenly crave this mineral before their period.
iron (This is why steak, burgers, or dark chocolate suddenly sound AMAZING.)
wait yeah this makes so much sense
True or False: Swimming while on your period will attract sharks.
FALSE? Sharks don’t care hahahaah
The phase where snacks, a heating pad, and emotional support are the only correct answers.
menstrual phase (A.K.A. the “I am in pain; bring me food” phase.)
this doesn't apply to every girl fyi
This hormone triggers ovulation and is the reason a woman suddenly wants to dress up and go out.
luteinizing hormone (LH) (The “let’s go dancing” hormone.)
True or False: Women’s metabolism increases before their period, meaning they genuinely need more food.
TRUE
eat all you want shawtys
This common PMS symptom causes breakouts before a period starts.
hormonal acne
True or False: Women’s pain tolerance can increase during certain phases of their cycle.
TRUE (During ovulation, estrogen is high, which can make pain more tolerable—this is why some women feel invincible and decide to do leg day… only to regret it later.)
True or False: The menstrual cycle is just about the period itself.
FALSE (The full cycle is four phases and lasts around 28 days!)
A sharp drop in this hormone right before a period is why women suddenly feel emotional watching insurance commercials.
estrogen (The “why is this bear in a raincoat so SAD” hormone.)
hahah what chat
DO NOT compare period pain to this common minor injury.
a little tummy ache (Cramps can be as painful as a heart attack—so unless you’ve personally survived one, don’t compare.)
for the gals that get cramps...they're actually not making it up
Some women experience this unexpected emotional symptom right before their period, making them nostalgic or teary over the most random things.
"period nostalgia” or “sentimental crying” (Yes, she might suddenly miss her childhood dog, tear up over a commercial, or feel emotional about a sweater—just roll with it and offer snacks.)
Women can lose up to this much blood per cycle.
2-3 tablespoons (Though it feels like a gallon.)
The pre-period phase where bloating, mood swings, and random crying begin.
the luteal phase
this phase validates us to make us feel like were not that crazy and that it's part of the program
If this hormone had a slogan, it would be: “Making cramps worse since the dawn of time.”
prostaglandin (The “why does my uterus hate me?” hormone.)
did not know this tbh
If you want to impress her, you can track her cycle using this.
a period tracking app or a simple calendar reminder
hahah ok chat
Some women experience this bizarre symptom before or during their period, making them feel clumsier than usual (i.e., dropping things, tripping, or hitting door frames).
“period clumsiness” (Hormonal shifts affect coordination and balance, meaning she’s not bad at walking—her hormones just nerfed her for a few days.)
True or False: Menstrual synchrony (women syncing up) is scientifically proven.
FALSE It’s mostly a myth, but stress, pheromones, and coincidence play a role.
sorry gals ;(