If your period calendar looks like it was designed by a toddler with a crayon—welcome to the club. Irregular periods mean your cycle is unpredictable: sometimes it shows up early (less than 21 days), sometimes fashionably late (more than 45 days), and sometimes it ghosts you altogether. Classic drama queen behavior.
Because it kind of is. In the first 1–2 years after you start menstruating, your hormones are basically throwing a rave in your body. Estrogen and progesterone are still figuring out how to adult, so your cycle might be all over the place. Totally normal. Totally annoying.
🎠 Your cycle length changes every month like it’s trying on outfits.
🎯 You can’t predict when Aunt Flo will visit—she’s got no respect for your plans.
🧩 You might skip a month, then get two periods in one. Surprise!
If your cycle is still playing hide-and-seek after three years, it’s time to chat with a doctor. Irregular periods can be caused by:
Stress (yes, finals week counts)
Excessive exercise (Olympic training or TikTok dance marathons)
Weight changes (up or down)
Medical conditions like PCOS or thyroid issues
📝 Track your cycle with an app or a good old-fashioned calendar. Patterns might emerge! 🧘♀️ Chill out—stress is a major hormone saboteur.
🍎 Eat balanced meals and get enough sleep (your uterus loves a good nap).
🩺 See a doctor if things stay weird for too long.
Irregular periods are common, especially when you're new to the menstruation game. Think of it like puberty’s chaotic playlist—eventually, it’ll settle into a groove. Until then, hang on tight, stock up on pads, and remember: your body is doing its best, even if your uterus missed the memo.