Laura Wilkes shares how she transformed her life from the hustle of corporate London to a more connected, cyclical way of living. Her journey into menstrual cycle awareness has become a passion she now shares to empower women to connect deeply with their bodies.

Why Your Cycle Is More Than Just Your Bleed

Your menstrual cycle influences energy, mood, appetite, and emotions throughout the month. Understanding its phases can help you sync with your body’s natural rhythms and improve well-being and productivity.

Top Tips for Each Phase of Your Cycle

1. Menstrual Phase – Rest and reflect. Embrace downtime to recharge.
2. Follicular Phase – Try new projects and harness rising energy.
3. Ovulatory Phase – Connect socially and engage in high-energy activities.
4. Luteal Phase – Focus on self-care, grounding, and completing projects.

Understanding Periods and the Impact of Prescribed Contraception

Periods reflect a natural rhythm, but prescribed contraception can alter this flow. Synthetic hormones may mask natural cycles, affecting mood and self-awareness.

The Effects of the Pill on Personality

Some women notice changes in mood or personality when on hormonal contraceptives. Observing how contraception affects you can help manage its influence on emotional balance.

Reasons You Might Lose Your Period

Loss of menstruation, or amenorrhea, can stem from stress, diet, or hormonal imbalances. Consulting a healthcare provider may help identify underlying causes and support your cycle.

Coming Off the Pill: Support Your Body Naturally

If you’re stopping hormonal contraception, Laura suggests a gradual approach, using nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to ease the transition.

A Gap in Menstrual Education

Most education on the menstrual cycle is basic. Laura advocates for a deeper understanding, empowering women to track and honour their cycles beyond fertility concerns.

Tracking Your Period Beyond Pregnancy

Period tracking is not just for pregnancy awareness – it’s a tool to help you observe patterns, plan activities, and sync with physical and emotional cycles.

Appetite and Cravings: Navigating Monthly Changes

Appetite and cravings naturally fluctuate. Listening to these changes can help you respond to your body’s needs in each phase.

Period Products and Body Safety

Choosing safe period products matters. Laura recommends using products free from chemicals for better health and sustainability.

Getting to the Root of Cycle Issues

Cycle irregularities and painful periods might signal underlying issues. Addressing these with professional guidance can help manage symptoms and improve cycle health.

Understanding Occasional Painful Periods

Painful periods, while common, deserve attention. Tracking severity and regularity helps identify patterns, which can guide symptom management.

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