What’s Actually Happening in Your Body During Your Period?

Ever wondered what’s really going on inside your body when you get your period?
It’s more than just bleeding — it’s a carefully balanced cycle that shows your body is healthy, strong, and working exactly as it should.

At Moonaayaa, we believe that understanding your body is the first step to feeling confident and empowered. So let’s break it down, gently and clearly, step by step. 🌙

🌸 The Menstrual Cycle in Simple Words

Your menstrual cycle is your body’s monthly rhythm — a natural process that prepares your body for a possible pregnancy. It’s made up of four main phases, each with its own changes in hormones, energy, and mood.

Let’s walk through what happens in your body during your period week, and what follows next.

1. The Menstrual Phase (Days 1–5): Your Period Begins

This is the phase most of us recognize — the bleeding stage. Here’s what’s happening inside:

• Your uterus (the womb) is shedding its lining, called the endometrium, because it’s no longer needed.
• This lining leaves your body as menstrual blood, which is a mix of blood and tissue.
• Hormone levels drop, especially estrogen and progesterone — which can make you feel tired or moody.

2. The Follicular Phase (Days 1–13): Your Body Resets

While your period is happening, your body is already preparing for the next cycle. Your brain releases a hormone called FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone), which helps your ovaries grow tiny sacs called follicles — each containing an immature egg.

• As the days pass, estrogen rises, rebuilding your uterine lining.
• You might feel more energized, motivated, and social as your hormones lift.

✨ This is your body’s way of saying, “I’m getting ready again!”

3. The Ovulation Phase (Around Day 14): The Peak Moment

Midway through your cycle, one mature egg is released from your ovary — this is called ovulation.

• Your estrogen peaks, and LH (luteinizing hormone) triggers the egg’s release.
• Some women notice changes — a slight rise in body temperature, clearer skin, and even a little more confidence.

If the egg isn’t fertilized, your body smoothly transitions to the next phase.

4. The Luteal Phase (Days 15–28): The Calm Before the Flow

After ovulation, the empty follicle turns into something called the corpus luteum, which produces progesterone. This hormone thickens the uterine lining, preparing for a possible pregnancy.

• If no pregnancy happens, hormone levels fall again.
• That’s when PMS (premenstrual syndrome) symptoms — like bloating, mood swings, or cravings — can appear.
• When progesterone and estrogen drop fully, your body knows it’s time to start again — and your next period begins.

🌙 So, Why Does This Matter?

Understanding your menstrual cycle helps you:

• Recognize what’s normal for your body.
• Plan your self-care around your hormonal rhythm.
• Detect early signs if something feels off.

Your period is not something to hide or fear — it’s your body’s way of showing its strength and balance. Every month, your body renews itself beautifully. 🌸