Menstrual Cycles
by Cathy
(Alberta, Canada)
I have a 31 day cycle. I was wondering, is that normal? Why is it everywhere i read "normal" is 28 days?
Reply from New Baby & Beyond
Hi Cathy,
Your 31 day menstrual cycle may be normal for you, when people talk about a 28 cycle, this is just an average.
I don't know many women who have an exact 28 day cycle, some are longer and some or shorter. Some womens menstrual cycles vary, so maybe one month it will be 22 days, another month it could be 28 days or even 32 days.
So please don't worry, there is no 'normal' only 'average'
Hope this helps.
Kind regards
Julie.