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Features & Updates

One app, many journeys

While most of our Cyclers choose to use Natural Cycles to prevent pregnancy, everyone’s fertility journey is different. This is always at the front of our minds as we continue to develop the NC° app. In today's post, we’re going to take a look at some of the less talked about ways you can use Natural Cycles. We’ll take a look at switching between app modes to suit fertility goals, and we’ll also cover the feature we’ve put in place for those who experience pregnancy loss.

4 min read

Cycler Stories

My tips for cycle syncing workouts: Manu's story

Learning the pattern of my cycle has been a valuable tool when it comes to working out. In this post, I’m going to share with you my journey from coming off hormonal contraception to surpassing my personal fitness goals. Plus I’ll share some tips you can use to adapt your workout to your cycle…

5 min read

Features & Updates

5 Facts about our founder: Dr. Elina Berglund

This International Women’s Day we’re going to take a closer look at someone who’s an inspiration close to home here at Natural Cycles, our amazing co-founder, Dr. Elina Berglund. From her passion for physics to her own birth control journey, read on to learn more about the life of the creator of the world’s first birth control app.

4 min read

Period & Bleeding

How long do periods last?

Whether yours lasts for a couple of days or more than a week, your period length is unique to you, and depends on a number of factors. It’s completely normal, to wonder if yours is, well, normal! We’re here to bust some myths around periods, menstrual cycles and more so keep reading to learn ‘how long do periods last?’

9 min read

Period & Bleeding

Why do women have periods?

Join us as we take an in-depth look at the physiology behind the menstrual cycle and answer the question ‘why do women have periods?’ We’ll look at the length and phases of the menstrual cycle and also cover the average amount of bleeding that happens during menstruation. Also, if you want to know what animals have periods, we’ve got a surprise in store! Read on to find out more….

8 min read

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