Hormone Health
All About Phase Three | The Luteal Phase
Phase #3: Luteal Phase This is the longest phase in your cycle typically lasting 10-14 days. During this time the corpus luteum leftover from the egg that burst during ovulation, grows on the surface of your ovary which is how your body produces progesterone. This signals your body to keep your uterine lining intact and…
Read MoreAll About Phase 2 | The Ovulatory Phase
Phase #2: Ovulation Ovulation is the shortest phase in your monthly cycle, typically 2-4 days long. This is when the dominant follicle bursts open and releases an egg into the fallopian tube, where it survives for up to 24 hours. If there’s a sperm waiting to fertilize it, it’s possible to conceive and become pregnant.…
Read MoreAll About Phase One | The Follicular Phase
Phase #1: The Follicular Phase The follicular phase is like a bridge between menstruation and ovulation. It begins after your period and goes until ovulation. During this phase, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) encourages follicles in your ovaries to grow. Each follicle contains an egg, and each egg matures and develops leading up to your ovulation.…
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