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Luteal Phase
The Luteal Phase is the time between ovulation and the first day of your next period, where progesterone is the dominant hormone, thickening the lining of your uterus.
Important to Know
The length of your luteal phase can indicate if there is concern. This is why it is so important to monitor your cycle, and it is ideal you do so for several months to understand patterns.
A normal luteal phase can last anywhere from 11 to 17 days. In most women it lasts 12 to 14 days.
Typical
A normal luteal phase can last anywhere from 11 to 17 days. In most women it lasts 12 to 14 days.
Long
A long luteal phase may be due to a hormone imbalance like PCOS or it could mean that you’re pregnant and you just haven’t realized it yet.
Short
Your luteal phase is considered to be short if it lasts less than 10 days (i.e., if you get your period 10 days or less after you ovulate).
Sources: Healthline, Mayo Clinic, Lara Briden, ND, author of The Period Repair Manual, Yinova Center & Owner Jill Blakeway, DACM, LAC, author of Making Babies, Toni Weschler's Taking Charge of your Fertility
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