As irritating as periods can be, they’re also super interesting! Here are some fun facts about our monthly visitor

Believe it or not, you can get pregnant on your period. Even though it’s very rare for this to happen it still means that you need to exercise precaution and practice safe sex, even during that time of the month.

While we’re on the subject of sex; if you’re craving more than chocolate cake during your period then you’re not alone. Many women have noted that they feel friskier when on their period. That’s because the hormone responsible for lowering your libido is decreases during that time of the month. Who knew?

Keeping track of your period is important. Irregular periods can mean a number of things; from pregnancy, infertility, stress, extreme weight loss and in some cases cancer. Book an appointment with your doctor if your periods aren’t regular.

Did you know that the average woman releases less than a cup of blood during their period? Seems like so little considering many of us have to reach for our Tampax Supers!

You’re not the only one who has a code name for your period. Other strange names include: Crimson Tide, Aunt Flo, the Rag and the worst of them all, crime scene! Another which made us laugh is Elmo riding a cotton pony! Come on! Do you have a code name for your period? Share it in our Tampax Compak Beauty Diaries!

The average age of girls starting their periods is getting younger and younger. This is because girls are starting puberty at a younger age due to environmental factors, high fat diets and stress.

Did you know any of the facts above? Is there anything we missed? We’d love to know so share it with us below!