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Contraceptives are very useful for controlling menstruation and preventing unwanted pregnancy, but not all women adapt. As a result, there is a lot of research on alternatives, and one of the best of them is using apps to find out more about the menstrual cycle and reproductive health. Of course, they do not replace a consultation with professionals, but they are very useful for most women.
What apps to monitor the menstrual cycle and reproductive health?
There is a wide variety of options in the app stores, both for Android and iOS. However, many are incomplete or have features that don't work that well. In this article, we selected only the most advanced ones so that you are successful in what you are looking for. Keep reading and check it out!
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1. Natural Cycles
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Starting the selection, we have the Natural Cycles application, the only one approved for use as a contraceptive in the USA and Europe. It has integration with Apple Watch to improve the effectiveness of the data offered. According to the platform, it is effective at 93% in typical use and 98% in perfect use to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Thus, it can replace contraceptives, except when menstrual suppression is sought.
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The application uses monitoring technology that adapts to your menstrual cycle and basal temperature so you know when you are fertile and when you cannot get pregnant. It also offers daily insights into your fertility and ovulation pattern, telling you how long before your period occurs. This way, it becomes much simpler to carry out natural family planning.
Natural Cycles is available at Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.
2. Flo
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Another very interesting option is Flo to take care of the menstrual cycle and reproductive health, with more than 300 million users. It has advanced tools for monitoring fertility, with a complete calendar that informs you about your most fertile period and when you ovulate. Very easy to use, just record the day you start menstruating and Flo can predict when the next periods will occur in more than 90% cases.
The app allows you to have detailed information about when your last menstrual period was to calculate when you got pregnant. You can also link your account with your partner's so they know everything about your cycle or pregnancy. It also helps users better understand their symptoms and identify early signs of pregnancy. Finally, it offers reminders so they don't forget to take medicine and drink water, for example.
Flo is available at Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.
3. Clue
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We also have Clue, an advanced and intuitive application that promises to put the power of science and the support of fertility experts in the palm of your hands. It can be used by women at different points in their lives, whether they want to get pregnant, monitor their cycle-related experiences, or even navigate the changes of menopause. With the last menstrual period calculator, you can have more detailed information about your health.
Clue gives you the ability to better understand your body, discover menstrual cycle patterns, and much more. This way, you can create reminders for your next period and plan by knowing which days will be your most fertile and when you will ovulate. With all of this, you can increase your chances of getting pregnant (or know how to avoid it).
Clue is available on Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.
4. Ovia
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Want to take control of your menstrual cycle and reproductive health? Then Ovia might be to your liking, even more so because it's completely free. It uses some proprietary algorithms based on cutting-edge fertility research to monitor your cycle and predict ovulation, among other things. It stands out because it works even with those who have an irregular menstrual cycle, be it longer, shorter, or a mixture.
Inside the app, you'll find information like your fertile window and a daily fertility score. To improve data, it allows you to monitor basal temperature and medications used, and even sends real-time alerts based on symptoms. Additionally, it shows you statistics and summaries about your menstrual cycle and has integration with Apple Health and Fitbit.
Ovia is available on Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.
5. femble
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Finalizing the selection, we have femble, which is the first AI-based women's health assistant. It promises to be your partner in discovering your unique needs and patterns by offering easy-to-follow daily tips. In this way, it goes far beyond helping you have control over your menstrual cycle and provides methods so that you can improve your health in general.
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On femble, users have access to intelligent AI-based menstrual tracking, sending insights into cycle phases. Additionally, it offers support to improve well-being with yoga routines, healthy recipes and personalized exercises, aligning with the menstrual cycle. It also includes meditation tools for calming the mind and monitoring emotions and mood.
The femble is available at Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.
Have more control over your health
With these apps, you get detailed information about your menstrual cycle and reproductive health. This way, it is much easier to prevent or prepare for pregnancy. There are even options that help you at all times during your pregnancy!
