{"id":41763,"date":"2022-07-25T16:34:42","date_gmt":"2022-07-25T06:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/?p=41763"},"modified":"2024-06-12T16:03:18","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T06:03:18","slug":"four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Self-Care Guide For Each Phase of Your Menstrual Cycle"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"110%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle.png 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Menstrual-Cycle-900x600.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"Menstrual Cycle\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have ever felt exhausted and irritable in the week leading up to your period then you\u2019ll know just how much of an impact your menstrual cycle can have on your emotions, mood and energy levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And it\u2019s not just around the time of your period that your menstrual cycle will make an impact. Each one of your cycle\u2019s four unique phases can influence the way you feel throughout the month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the best way to take care of your mind and body at these different period cycle phases will help you feel your best all month long. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together a\u00a0 phase-by-phase guide to the best self-care strategies for anyone who menstruates, and those looking after their menstruating partners, too.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#What_are_the_four_phases_of_your_menstrual_cycle\" >What are the four phases of your menstrual cycle?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#Phase_1_Menstrual_phase_self-care_tips\" >Phase 1. Menstrual phase self-care tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#Phase_2_Follicular_phase_self-care_tips\" >Phase 2. Follicular phase self-care tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#Phase_3_Ovulation_phase_self-care_tips\" >Phase 3. Ovulation phase self-care tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#Phase_4_Luteal_phase_self-care_tips\" >Phase 4. Luteal phase self-care tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/four-phases-menstrual-cycle-self-care-routine\/#Optimise_your_daily_routine_with_your_menstrual_cycle\" >Optimise your daily routine with your menstrual cycle.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_four_phases_of_your_menstrual_cycle\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the four phases of your menstrual cycle?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The length of your menstrual cycle is calculated from the first day of bleeding (a.k.a. the day your period starts), to the day before your next bleed starts. For most women, this is usually around 28 days in length.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the course of these 28 days, your menstrual cycle goes through four distinct phases: menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation and luteal phase. Each phase brings about different hormonal changes in your body, which means that your moods, emotions and energy levels can vary quite significantly from one menstrual phase to another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding your different <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/conditionsandtreatments\/menstrual-cycle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">menstrual phases<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means that you can tailor your self-care activities to better align with the phase of your cycle that you\u2019re in. This will help you avoid planning a high-intensity workout session during a phase where your body is actually more suited to some gentle yoga stretches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, it\u2019s all about designing a self-care routine that works with (not against) your menstrual cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take you through what you need to know about each phase of your menstrual cycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Menstruation phase\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your menstruation cycle begins with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealth.gov\/menstrual-cycle\/your-menstrual-cycle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">arrival of your period<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This occurs when your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uterine lining sheds, causing a bleed that tends to last between three and seven days. During this phase, your progesterone levels drop and you will likely be feeling quite tired and low in energy. Many people also experience headaches, bloating and abdominal cramping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Follicular phase<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your period has ended, your body enters the follicular phase and starts preparing for ovulation. During this phase, your pituitary gland releases a hormone called Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), which causes the follicles in your ovaries to mature and get ready to release an egg.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the follicular phase, your estrogen levels begin to rise, improving both your mood and energy levels. This phase can be anywhere from 10 to 16 days in length.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ovulation phase\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ovulation usually occurs around the 14th day of your menstrual cycle, when an egg is released from your ovaries. This is when you\u2019re at your most fertile and more likely to get pregnant. It\u2019s also when your estrogen and testosterone levels peak, giving you more energy and a higher sex drive.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luteal phase<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After ovulation, your body enters the luteal phase. The luteal phase usually lasts for about 14 days, ending when your next period begins.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this phase, your estrogen and testosterone levels drop, your progesterone levels peak and your uterus begins preparing for the implantation of an embryo. This is also when you\u2019re most likely to experience the symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome), such as moodiness, anxiety, headaches, bloating, breast tenderness and food cravings.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-1-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_1_Menstrual_phase_self-care_tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 1. Menstrual phase self-care tips<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During your menstrual phase, you\u2019re not usually feeling your best. Your period has begun, which means that you\u2019re bleeding, probably feeling a little tired, emotional and might even be\u00a0 experiencing some bloating and abdominal pain as well. This means that we\u2019re going to take things slow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your menstrual phase is a good time to focus on calming and restorative movements. You might take a long walk in nature or enjoy some gentle stretching in a yin yoga class. This is also a good time to bring in some more calming self-care activities, such as treating yourself to a gentle<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/our-massages\/swedish\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Swedish massage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to relax or a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/lymphatic-drainage-massage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lymphatic drainage massage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for period pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replenishing some of the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8237879\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> iron and zinc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s lost during your period is a good way to give your energy levels a boost. You can do this by eating a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/what-should-you-eat-when-youre-on-your-period\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nourishing diet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s full of healthy proteins, fats and vegetables leading up to and during your period. Make sure that you get enough dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, chard and broccoli, along with some sources of protein such as lean meats, lentils and beans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might also want to focus on some period pain self-care too. Using a heat pack on your abdomen, taking a warm bath and doing stretches are all good ways to ease any period pain.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"854\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-2-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_2_Follicular_phase_self-care_tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 2. Follicular phase self-care tips<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your period is over and things are looking up from here. Now that your body has started <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279054\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preparing for ovulation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your estrogen levels are rising and you will be experiencing a boost in your mood and energy levels. You can take advantage of all this extra energy by increasing your productivity and daily movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The follicular phase is a good time to try some higher-intensity exercises such as HIIT,\u00a0 boxing or\u00a0 cardio-focused workouts. You might also want to think about adding some fermented and high-fibre foods into your diet to support your higher levels of estrogen. Try having a slice of wholegrain toast for breakfast and adding a few spoonfuls of kimchi or sauerkraut to your lunches. A refreshing kombucha will also go a long way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this phase of your cycle, you\u2019re also going to be feeling a lot more extroverted. Instead of going solo to the salon, harness your bubbly, social vibe by booking an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/nails\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at-home mani-pedi with your besties<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"848\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-3.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-3-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-3-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"menstrual cycle\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_3_Ovulation_phase_self-care_tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 3. Ovulation phase self-care tips<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ovulation phase occurs over a short 24-hour period, when an egg is released from your ovaries. At this time, your estrogen and testosterone levels peak, making most people feel more confident, extroverted and energetic. While ovulation itself may only last for a day or so, your high hormone levels can last for around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/how-your-energy-changes-on-your-menstrual-cycle-5115670\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">three to four days on either side<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the ovulation period.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take advantage of this newfound confidence and energy by going a bit harder in your fitness routine and schedule in some social activities during this time. This might look like adding some weight training into your exercise routine or picking a heavier set of dumbells than usual. You might also do well in a group class at your local gym, yoga or pilates studio.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ovulation phase is a good time to get off the couch and head out for the night. Get your friends together, treat yourself to an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/hair\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at-home hair appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and throw on your favourite dress before hitting the town.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/menstrual-cycle-4-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"menstrual cycle\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_4_Luteal_phase_self-care_tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 4. Luteal phase self-care tips<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you head into your luteal phase, you might feel a drop in your energy levels. This is because your body has started preparing for your next period, which sees your progesterone levels rise as your estrogen and testosterone levels fall. During this time, you might experience some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealth.gov\/menstrual-cycle\/premenstrual-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PMS symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as anxiety, moodiness, breast tenderness and abdominal cramping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the luteal phase, you might find it helpful to combat any arising anxiety or stress through some calming self-care activities. Vinyasa and hatha yoga practises, as well as guided meditations, are powerful exercises to try during this time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also release any muscle tension and soothe those premenstrual aches with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/deep-tissue-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deep tissue massage from Blys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Alternatively, you might enjoy preparing your skin for potential period-related breakouts with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/facial\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an at-home facial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The different phases of your menstrual cycle can put your emotions and energy levels on a bit of a rollercoaster. By understanding your cycle and its phases, you can implement the right self-care activities all month long. 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