If you’ve ever felt like your period takes up way more space in your life than it should, you’re not imagining it. Between the days of bleeding, the weeks of pre-period symptoms, and all the little routines—like bathroom trips, product changes, and late-night “do I have enough pads?” moments—our cycles add up fast.
⏰ Periods Take Up More Time Than You Think
The average person will have around 450 periods in their lifetime. That’s about 3,500 days—or nearly 10 years—spent menstruating. And that doesn’t even count the time spent in the luteal phase, the pre-period hormonal window that can last up to two weeks every cycle.
When you add it all up, our cycles aren’t just monthly—they’re lifelong companions that shape how we feel, plan, and live.
🌒 The Luteal Phase: Two Weeks Every Month
The luteal phase (the second half of your cycle, between ovulation and menstruation) can last 10–14 days. That means almost half your life with a menstrual cycle is spent in the luteal phase—navigating symptoms like fatigue, bloating, mood shifts, and cravings.
In a lifetime, it could be 17-18 years spent in luteal phase mode. That’s a lot of time managing symptoms we don’t always talk about.
🚽 Time Spent on Period Care
It’s not just the days bleeding—it’s everything around it:
Changing products – Most people change pads/tampons 4–6 times a day. Over a lifetime, that adds up to tens of thousands of product changes.
On the toilet – Between extra bathroom trips, checking for leaks, and cleaning up, we may spend an additional at least 40 days managing period-related bathroom visits.
Shopping for products – Whether it’s last-minute tampon runs or stocking up monthly, the average menstruator spends years buying, managing, and disposing of disposable products.
It’s no wonder periods feel like they take up more space in our lives than just a few days a month.
🌱 Why This Matters
When we realize just how much time our cycles take up, it becomes clear why the products we use matter. That’s thousands of days where comfort, protection, and sustainability make a real difference.
Disposable products don’t just cost money and time—they create waste, stress, and often expose us to synthetic fabrics or chemicals like PFAS.
That’s where Revol Cares period underwear comes in:
✨The Charlie: Built for heavy flows and overnight, with leakproof front-to-back coverage.
✨The Margo: Everyday bikini cut with breathable protection for daytime wear.
✨The Remi: Soft waistband and high absorbency, designed for comfort when you need it most.
When nearly a decade of your life is spent on your period, you deserve products that actually support you—without compromise.
💡 The Bottom Line
Periods aren’t just a few days a month—they add up to years of our lives. Between the luteal phase, bathroom trips, and managing products, our cycles shape a huge portion of our lifetime.
By choosing sustainable, PFAS-free period underwear, you’re not just simplifying your routine—you’re reclaiming some of that time and energy for yourself. And when we spend so much of our lives in cycle mode, that choice matters more than ever.
