For every woman, the monthly menstrual cycle is a life event that was very much a mystery to us when it began. No matter how much information our mothers gave us, or how many health education class lectures we endured, we still didn’t know. Menstrual cycles are as unique as is every woman. Not every cycle is 28 days; menstruation can start on the 26th or 30th day too. Some women have erratic menstrual cycles and they never know when it will begin. The onset of menarche usually occurs anywhere from age 9 to age 17; all girls are different in heredity, weight, activity, diet, health, etc. and this all has an influence on when menstruation occurs for the first time. It is normal for it to be irregular and not come at a regular interval for the first few months. Flow may be very light and last only a couple of days at first, then three months may go by until another menstrual cycle begins. The cycle should become more regular as the months progress, and of course, a health care provider should be consulted if irregularity continues or heavy bleeding occurs.

Ever follow a conception chart? A conception chart is a bit more useful for having a child than for avoiding having one, though they can be used for both. The western conception chart only claims to be able to predict cycles of ovulation and tell you when you will be the most fertile so that you can be sure to have sex on those days, while the chines conception chart claims much greater powers. The chines conception chart claims to actually be able to predict the child’s gender based on the phase of the moon, the mothers age, and a variety of other factors, but most people are skeptical to say the least.

Abortion is not a pleasant subject for casual discussion. Pro-life and pro-choice supporters both feel strongly about their convictions, and each side holds certain beliefs regarding abortion and the unborn fetus. Abortion information is widely available from health care providers in a variety of settings, not to mention the great amount that is accessible on the internet.

Are you pregnant?  When you suspect that you are pregnant it is naturally the focus of many of your thoughts. Finding out whether or not you are going to have a baby becomes very important.

There are several types of pregnancy tests that you can purchase at your local pharmacy or convenience store.  Most of these tests give you very quick and accurate results. 

Today, in the 21st century of medicine and science, there are a lot of different birth control options.  Unfortunately for women, the most modern and effective birth control options are almost all targeted towards females.  Of course, there are plenty of older methods that are aimed at men as well.