Gone are the days of hastily scrawling the dates of your period down in your diary. Whether you’re trying to conceive, trying not to conceive, or simply want to keep track of your monthly cycle, period apps are the way to go.
But where does one start? We’ve trawled through the untamed masses of App Store to find a period app that works, one that you’ll actually want to use. Best of all? They’re all absolutely free.
iPeriod—free version
This app lets you record so much—if anything, too much. But if details are your thing, here’s your app. You can record your period, flow, spotting, weight, exercise, cervical fluid and ovulation. It’s also quite specific for fertility—with phrases like “position”, “firmness” and “opening” in regards to fertility. You can also add “friends”, introduce yourself and ask questions. Download it on iTunes and Google Play.
Eve
With this app, you can add your period, cycle length, sexual activity and what kind of birth control you’re using. The app will tell you when your period is due, when you’re fertile, as well as a section where—any time in your cycle—you can see what’s going on your body. It also has cool educational features, sex quizzes, games and a social media function: I actually learned stuff. Not to mention it’s super discreet. Download it on iTunes or Google Play.
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A word on Eve, which is one of three apps I know of under the "Glow" banner (based in San Fran) - to clarify:
"Eve" is their period tracker, "Glow" is their fertility tracker (whether you want to conceive or avoid conception) and "Glow Nurture" is their pregnancy app. The community on that app is fantastic, if primarily American. I love the questions, comments and replies, even the religious and gun fanatics - it is a fascinating insight! Although the number of teens seeming to want to conceive is a bit scary.
My 12 year old daughter uses period tracker since she got her first period 8 months ago and we think it is great. Very easy to use.