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 ...

Missing a period can make you pause and wonder what’s happening with your body. It’s often one of the early pregnancy signs, but it’s not the only hint. Long before a test can give you a clear answer, ...

Your first period after childbirth may take some time to return, especially if you are breastfeeding. It's possible to become pregnant before your first postpartum period, as ovulation occurs before ...

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