Periods suck. They take over your body and your emotions and you don’t feel like yourself. The worst is when they come unexpectedly, like when you’re in class, going out for a girl’s night or about to hit the pool, and you’re not prepared. Wether you’re one of the lucky ones who can predict its arrival to the day or you play a guessing game each month, here are five period-tracking apps that can help you feel more prepared for your period. P.S. some even come with helpful tips for alleviating cramps and bloating. 

Flo Ovulation Period Tracker  

Why it’s cool

This all-in-one app simplifies tracking your monthly cycle and offers a personalized experience tailored to fit your lifestyle. You get health tips, expert advice, and you even get to anonymously chat with other users about topics ranging from questions about cramps to embarrassing questions you probably wouldn’t ask your friends.

How it works

Log your unique symptoms, as well as different patterns in your mental and physical wellbeing. Do you feel like crying? Are you feeling bloated? Log it in and chat about it. You can get advice from experienced health professionals through videos and articles as well as daily insights including mood-lifting exercises and affirmations.

What it costs

Free. Flo Premium 1-year subscription is $52.99

Clue Period Tracker 

Why it’s cool

Ever wonder what exactly is going on in your body during your period? This app can help you become an expert on your own biology! 

How it works

Clue provides a comprehensive analysis of your periods and sexual and menstrual health, backed by scientific insights. The more you track, the more you learn! 

What it costs

Free. Clue Plus Premium 1-year subscription is $39.99

Stardust Period Tracker 

Why it’s cool

This one is for all the starry-eyed, astro-lovers out there. Stardust combines science, astronomy and artificial intelligence to connect your cycle to the stars, planets and the moon. It basically “syncs your period to the universe” to provide a unique experience that’s truly out of this world!

How it works

Enter your zodiac information and the app uses it to offer fun predictions about your period. It also tracks your cycle start, symptoms, and gives you a daily horoscope.  

What it costs 

Free

Moody Month 

Why it’s cool

This health and wellness tracker keeps track of your daily moods and symptoms. 

How it works

Each day you’ll receive updated information about your body and its hormonal cycles. Your customized feed features advice from experts about your unique symptoms. You’ll also find daily food, fitness and mindfulness tips.

What it costs

Free

Flutter – Period Tracker and Endometriosis Journal

Why it’s cool

Like us, periods and menstrual health issues are not one-size-fits-all. So it makes sense that period tracking apps aren’t either. Flutter is an app for those who experience more painful periods, and/or those living with  endometriosis, a commonly misdiagnosed condition. 

How it works

This app allows you to log different symptoms such as pelvic pain, severe menstrual cramps, abnormal bleeding and others. Not only can you track your ovulation cycle, but you can also learn about endometriosis, take a self-diagnosis test, and even find specialists near you. 

What it costs

Free

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