Topic of the day - Periods Today we're going to discuss something that's inevitable but is not often talked about: Periods. We're here to tell you everything you need to know about your cycle. Ready to be informed? Let's get into it! What is a period? Period - normal  vaginal bleeding that occurs as part of a woman's monthly cycle Menstruation , also known as a period , is a very important part of your menstrual cycle . At this time, your body sheds the lining of your uteru