Reasons to Celebrate Your Period

Most women only celebrate their period once in their lives: the first time. After that, it becomes something normal, something you just deal with—or worse, something you dread every month. But at Guud Woman, we believe your period is a cause for celebration. Not just the first time, but every month. Why? Read on and find out.

The benefits of menstruating

You can probably think of plenty of downsides to your period, but we'd love to share the pros with you! So let's start with that.

It shows that you are healthy

Your period is a compass that tells your body you're in tune. It's sometimes called the sixth vital sign . Changes in your period can indicate something's wrong with your body: it shows your hormones are out of balance, and that doesn't just happen. If you have any questions about this, chat with us . If you're concerned, we always recommend seeing a doctor. But if your period comes regularly every month and doesn't cause too much discomfort (physical or emotional), you can assume your body is in sync and functioning as it should. Great, right?

Awareness of your fertility

Your periods are your personal family planning tool. They're part of understanding when you're fertile and when you're not. By tracking your cycle , you know when you're most fertile, making it easier to try to conceive. At the same time, you can, of course, prevent pregnancy.

A natural detox

Believe it or not, your period plays a role in detoxifying your body. Menstruation is your body's natural way of cleansing itself. During your cycle, your body sheds the uterine lining, along with all the accumulated toxins and waste that came with it. It's essentially a monthly refresher to keep your reproductive system in top shape—and you don't have to do anything!

The time to let go of stress

Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle can affect mood and emotions. For some women, their period can feel like a physical and emotional release. It's like a release from all the accumulated stress and tension of the past month. It reminds you that your body has its own way of healing and renewing itself, which can be an incredibly empowering experience.

Benefits of ovulating

Your period probably gets the spotlight because it's something visible—a welcome red flag!—but ovulation is also definitely something to celebrate. Here's why.

Energy peak

Ovulation isn't just about your fertility; it's also a time in your cycle when you feel an energy boost! Many women feel more creative, motivated, and social during this phase of their menstrual cycle. So don't be surprised if you suddenly feel the urge to tackle that work project or plan a night out with friends. Ovulation could be your secret weapon for productivity and socializing.

Want to learn more about how to boost your energy? Check out this blog post about boosting energy and immunity !

Feel-good vibes

Here's another great benefit of ovulation: it comes with a surge of positive hormones, like higher estrogen levels. This can lead to a better mood and a general sense of well-being. You'll feel more confident, positive, and ready to take on the world. Isn't that something to celebrate?

The moment to get pregnant

You're most fertile during ovulation. So if you're trying to conceive, this is the time. When you ovulate, your ovaries release an egg—it's then ready for a rendezvous with sperm. Whether you're planning to have a child or not, it's an incredible aspect of your body's natural cycle. So, during ovulation, celebrate the possibility of creating life, even if it's just by giving yourself a big wink in the mirror.

Ready to celebrate?

Being a woman is powerful, and your body should be celebrated. Your period is an important rite of passage, and the physical and emotional changes that occur during your cycle are magical.

Let's also remember that by celebrating our periods, we also help reduce stigma and break down taboos. Talking about periods helps normalize these physical changes that occur every month.

And finally, celebrating our cycle is a way to learn more about it. Our research shows that many women are in the dark about their cycle, so the more we talk, share, and celebrate, the more we understand our bodies and can help each other feel less alone in our experiences.

So, on that note, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and (as much as possible!) a wonderful period! We hope your holidays are filled with love, laughter, appreciation, and understanding that every period is a reminder of a new beginning.

Feeling like partying? Remember that alcohol affects your hormones – read more about it in our blog.