Thinking you can’t get pregnant if you have sex during your period is a common misconception, stemming from a combination of misperceptions and inconsistent education around fertility and a women’s ...

When it comes to getting pregnant, you probably have many questions, and—if you have irregular or nonexistent menses—you may wonder if you can ovulate without your period. Along those lines, can you ...

Even if you’re not relying on a trusty cycle tracker, everyone has their sure-fire signs that their period is about to begin. Maybe you get a breakout or start to feel more sensitive. Me? I start to ...

Your menstrual cycle is the time between the first day of your last period and the first day of your next period. Most menstrual cycles are 24 to 38 days. When you have a cycle that’s less than 24 ...

Period cramps without a period may be caused by ovulation, fibroids. endometriosis, or pregnancy. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications like Advil can help treat most cramps. See a healthcare ...

Renita White, MD, is an obstetrician/gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta, Georgia. Her areas of expertise include fibroids, irregular vaginal ...