Your uterus (also called a womb) is a muscular organ about the size of your fist, located in your lower belly. It’s where a baby would grow if you got pregnant in the future. Every month, your uterus builds up a thick, soft lining of blood and tissue to prepare for a possible pregnancy. When pregnancy doesn’t happen, this lining sheds – and that’s your period! The uterus is incredibly strong and designed to do this cycle over and over.
What can help:
What to know
- Understand where your uterus is in your body
- Appreciate how it prepares each month
- Know that the shedding process is normal and healthy
- Learn about your amazing reproductive system
Your uterus is working perfectly, preparing for your future even though pregnancy is far off!
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