Menstrual cycles

Late-afternoon sun across a worn sofa arm with a folded blush linen throw and a chunky apricot knit blanket, and a steaming mug beside an open book on a small wooden table.
Heat Menstrual cycle Period care Period pain Self-care

Heating Pad for Cramps: Which Type Fits Your Day?

By The Bodyotics Editorial Team

Choosing a heating pad for cramps comes down to where you'll be and how long you'll stay put. This guide sorts plug-in, microwave, patch and hot water bottle options by situation, then adds four safety...
What Is a Menstrual Disc, and How Is It Different from a Cup?
Menstrual cycle Menstrual disc Period care Reusable period products

What Is a Menstrual Disc, and How Is It Different from a Cup?

By The Bodyotics Editorial Team

A menstrual disc sits at the base of your cervix, not in your canal, and can be worn up to 12 hours. Here's how it works and how to choose one.
Hands gently holding a vibrant red anthurium flower symbolizing the nurturing and energizing follicular phase of the menstrual cycle.
Cycle tracking Fertility Follicular phase Hormonal health Menstrual cycle Self-care Women’s wellness

The Follicular Phase: What Happens and How to Thrive During This Energizing Menstrual Cycle Phase

By Milja Merta

Understanding the Follicular Phase The follicular phase is the first half of your menstrual cycle, beginning on the first day of your period and continuing until ovulation. During this time, your body is transitioning from...
abstract colorful background with soft pink, orange, and red waves and text "menstrual cycle phases - what are the 4 phases of menstrual cycle?"
Cycle phases Cycle wellness Hormonal changes Menstrual cycle Women’s health

Menstrual Cycle Phases: What Are The 4 Phases Of Menstrual Cycle?

By Milja Merta

The Menstrual Cycle Phases. It’s more than just “that time of the month.” It’s a rhythm, a flow, a cycle that influences how you feel, think, and move through the world. And when you understand...