Every person is unique. This is also reflected in the course of menstruation in menstruating people, as this is not always the same. Individual differences regarding the Length of time , Strength and Cycle length are completely normal. You have probably asked yourself the question: “Is my bleeding over now, or is there more to come?”. Maybe sometimes you find it difficult, for example due to spotting, to determine the real beginning and end of your period. menstruation When you can count the first day of your period, how you can tell the end of menstruation In this blog post we will explain to you how you can recognize menstruation and in what time frame the length of menstruation should be in “normal” cases.

Since the Duration of menstruation can also vary in length depending on the cycle, many people may ask themselves how long a “normal” period lasts. On average, it is said that Menstruation 3 to 7days During menstruation, approximately 65 ml of fluid is expelled through contractions of the uterus. Usually, most of the menstrual blood, around two thirds of the amount, is expelled in the first twodays n menstruation. These first twodays are also the most painful for many menstruating women.  Usually the intensity of the bleeding decreases in the followingdays n decreases accordingly and the color of the blood also changes; from initially light to dark or brownish red towards the end. The latter is often the so-called Spotting , in which older blood is excreted.

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Maybe you have noticed that your discharge turns brownish shortly before your actual period. But is this already menstruation? The answer is: No. This brownish discharge can occur one week before your period or immediately before and is called Spotting . Shortly before your period, spotting can be an indicator that your period is about to start.The first “real” day of bleeding marks the start of your menstruation and thus the first day of your cycle.

Spotting is familiar to many menstruating women and, by and large, there is no reason to worry. However, you should have spotting checked out by your gynecologist if it occurs very frequently and in conjunction with symptoms such as pain in the lower abdomen or fever. Would you like to find out more about spotting? Then read our Blog post through to this.

It can happen that menstruation only occurs 2days In this case, the so-called Brachymenorrhea The term brachymenorrhea includes all bleeding lasting less than 3days stop . Behind this you can various triggers , such as changes in living conditions, stress or fluctuations in hormone levels. The length of your period will usually return to normal on its own and you don't need to worry for the time being. You should have your shortened period checked if your bleeding is consistently too short.

Your period this time has only 3days No need to panic, because a Menstruation from 3 to 7days n is completely normal . You should always keep in mind that each menstrual cycle is unique and can vary accordingly. Hormonal changes can, for example, be the trigger for your shorter period. 

With the physical change in the puberty Menstruation may also be lighter and shorter, as menstrual cycles must first regulate themselves. 
Of course, there are also people whose periods are always light and short. This is often due to physiological reasons.

As we have already explained to you, all bleeding up to a length of 7days n in the normal range. Keeps the Period 8days or longer This will be considered Menorrhagia It is one of the most common complaints with which gynecologists are approached. The reason for menorrhagia can - as is often the case - be hormonal changes, but also changes in the uterus. Long periods can occur at any time, regardless of age. They can cost those affected a lot of nerves and also cause health problems, such as iron deficiency. If you suspect that you have menorrhagia, you should consult your doctor.

You could mark the last day of your period, just like the beginning of your period, on the Spotting Towards the end, the bleeding becomes weaker and finally the mostly brownish discharge can mark the end of your period. This is blood that has reacted with oxygen and is therefore oxidized. Of course, the Change in blood colour to brownish is not the case for everyone. The color of menstrual blood is as unique as the menstruating women themselves. However, you will find that your Period with thedays n getting weaker becomes.You will probably then be able to roughly estimate when the last day of your period will begin.

Simply put, your period is over as soon as you no longer notice any bleeding - be it spotting or “normal” bleeding. Color of your discharge neutralizes and is then usually milky. Remember that there can also be individual differences in the color of the discharge. In addition, the color and consistency of the cervical mucus can also vary depending on Cycle phase Would you like more information about vaginal discharge? You can find this in our Blog post in addition.
Once you have finished your period, you move on to the second phase of your menstrual cycle: the proliferation phase.

It may also happen that you think you have already gotten over your period. But then we are often surprised again and some blood ends up in our underwear again. To avoid this, we recommend our Daily Collection . Here you will find Period underwear with a light absorbency This is particularly suitable for the end of your period, when only a little blood comes out of the vagina. Our washable pads can be your perfect companion at the end of your period or in everyday life in general.