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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning

Regular menstruation is inherently annoying, and if it comes unexpectedly, you can be even more stressed. While there is no scientific method to determine exactly when your period will occur, there are ways to help you estimate your period length and prepare for the next one. Carrying a tampon with you at all times is a simple but very effective way to never get confused if your period comes unexpectedly.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Menstrual cycle tracking

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   Know how normal menstruation is. A menstrual cycle can range from 2 days to a week, averaging about 4 days. A few drops of blood that appear before your period are not considered part of your period, but menstrual period is only when the bleeding begins.
   • This is normal in teenage girls through puberty, by the age of 20, the period will be a bit longer, the period will be slightly shorter in the 30s and from 40 to 50 years old the period will be very short. If your periods are too erratic and you've been menstruating for 2 to 3 years, see your doctor to see if you have a hormonal imbalance.

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   Count the days. Calculate the number of days from the first day of your period to the first day of your next period. That is the length of the menstrual cycle. For most women, this is usually 28 days, but a typical cycle can last between 25 and 35 days.

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   Take note. Mark the first and last days of your period on the calendar. This way, you can estimate when your next period will come. Most periods will arrive in 28 days, but you can determine the exact length of your cycle by keeping a small notebook to keep notes.

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   Use the tool. Consider using apps like Menstrual Calendar, Lady Timer or Clue ... available on the App Store and Google Play. This utility will help you track your period on the phone easily.

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   Use online calendars. Install a Google calendar and add reminder notes about your upcoming period. This will help you understand the normal cycle of your body as well as remind you to pay attention when your period is approaching. advertisement

Part 2 of 2: Understand your body

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   Recognize the signs. Investigate the common symptoms of women's experience during and just before the period. The following signs are experienced by women from their menstrual cycle:
   • Irritability
   • Bad mood
   • Headache
   • Stomach pain
   • Pain in your stomach, legs, or back
   • Change eating habits
   • Craving for food with strange taste
   • Pimples
   • Breast pain
   • Always in a state of fatigue and sleep
   • Back or shoulder pain

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   Recognize your own cues. Every woman's menstrual cycle is different. You can predict the next cycle by recognizing the signs before and after your period. The warning signs usually happen before a period comes. Note its signs and severity every day.

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   See your doctor if your period is irregular. Irregular periods can be a symptom of many medical conditions that need treatment. Some of the most common problems that cause irregular periods include:
   • Pelvic organ problems such as an impermeable hymen or polycystic ovary syndrome.
   • Irritable bowel syndrome
   • Liver failure
   • Diabetes
   • Eating disorders such as anorexia and anorexia
   • Fat
   • Tuberculosis

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   Regulate the menstrual cycle. If your period is irregular, you should seek medical attention. Make sure your doctor makes you feel comfortable talking, as this is a very sensitive issue for some people. Sometimes, just one normal problem can cause your period to be irregular; otherwise, irregular periods can be caused by lifestyle changes like weight loss or contraceptive use. advertisement

Advice

• If your period is unexpected, you can place a tissue under your underwear or ask a friend if you have a pad.
• Store sanitary napkins in your room, bag, in your wallet or anywhere you can easily get them in the event of an unexpected incident.
• When you have your first period, ask your mom, sister, grandmother, or any older woman you know for advice. Don't be ashamed.
• Don't be upset. Understand that it's just a part of life and don't act out of the blue. If your mood is affected, think positively and laugh a lot.
• It's okay to ask a trusted adult, whether it's male or female. Be it mom, dad, aunt, uncle, grandparent… It is important that you let everyone know that you have begun to grow.

Warning

• If you have pain in the left abdomen of your navel, you should seek immediate medical attention. This is not a sign of menstruation, but a sign of appendicitis.
• If you don't find a pattern of your menstrual cycle after a few months of follow-up, consider going to see if you have a hormonal imbalance.