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For most girls, periods start sometime between ages 9 and 16. The average age to start is 12 to 13.  \nThe menstrual cycle is the monthly cycle of changes that happens in the female reproductive system. During the menstrual cycle, an egg develops in an ovary. At the same time, the uterus prepares for the arrival of a fertilized egg. Because each body is different, the time it takes to complete one menstrual cycle is different between different women. Cycles vary from 20-40 days. The average cycle is 28 days.  \nThe menstrual cycle has 4 main stages:  \nStage 1: Menstruation  \nThis is the time of bleeding, or the period. The inner lining of the uterus (the endometrium) flows out of the body through the vagina. Periods usually last between 3 to 7 days. About 4  \ntablespoons of fluid leaves the uterus during a period. The first day of a woman’s period is considered “Day 1” of her menstrual cycle.  \nStage 2: Egg Ripening and Uterus Lining Buildup  \nThis phase begins when the period is over. As the egg matures, the lining of the uterus gets thicker. This takes 6 to 12 days.  \nStage 3: Ovulation  \nThis is the midpoint of the menstrual cycle. Hormones cause the chamber around the egg (called the follicle) to break open and release the mature egg into the fallopian tube. This is called ovulation. Now the woman can become pregnant. Ovulation usually occurs on Day 14 of a woman’s menstrual cycle. Some women experience slight discomfort, such as  \ncramps, during ovulation.  \nStage 4: Egg Travels to Uterus  \nThis is the most stable part of the menstrual cycle. It last about 14 days for most women. During this stage, the uterus is ready to receive a fertilized egg. The egg usually takes 3 to 4 days to reach the uterus. If the egg has been fertilized by a sperm cell, it attaches to the thick, blood-filled lining of the uterus. This is the start of pregnancy. If an egg is not fertilized, the egg and the lining of the uterus breaks down. The extra blood and tissue of the uterus begins to pass out of her body through the vagina, and the woman begins her period.  \nMenopause  \nA women’s menstrual cycle continues during the years that she can reproduce, except during pregnancy, when she has no periods. This is because the uterus lining must stay thick and healthy for 9  \nmonths while the fetus is developing inside it. Menstrual cycles eventually stop, usually between the ages of 45 and 55. When her periods stop, a woman has reached a stage called menopause.  \nStaying Healthy  \nMenstruation is a normal, healthy part of a woman’s life. Girls can do everything they usually do while they are menstruating, such as exercise, swim, and bathe. Here are some tips to stay healthy:  \n- Some girls and woman experience cramps the first day of their periods. These can be dull, achy pains in the stomach area. They can also be sharp and painful.  \n- You can prevent or minimize cramps by exercising regularly, eating a well-balanced diet, and getting enough sleep. Using a heating pad on your stomach area and taking some regular pain reliever medications can also help. If cramps are severe, see your doctor.  \n- If you use tampons when you are menstruating, change it every 3-4 hours. If it is more comfortable, consider wearing a pad at night.  \n- Practice good hygiene by showering or bathing daily with mild soap.  \nREVIEW-THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE  \n\n| Word Bank |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| menstrual cycle | uterus | fertilized | cervix | egg |\n|   days | ovary | blood vessels | menstruation | period |\n\n1.  Fill In The Blanks  \nIn the menstrual cycle, the   releases an   every   . Each time an egg is released, the   must prepare itself for a fertilized egg. A thick lining full of   slowly develops. If the egg is fertilized, it passes into the uterus and attaches itself to the uterus wall. If the ovum is not fertilized, it passes out of the uterus. 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