\u00a0Each month, our menstrual cycle shows up in different shades. Sometimes bright red or dark brown, sometimes even pink. And honestly? That pink menstrual blood catches a lot of us off guard. It\u2019s not as talked about, and naturally, it raises questions: Is this normal? Should I be worried?<\/p>\r\n
We\u2019ve heard from so many in our community who wondered about this exact thing. So let\u2019s break it down, in real, honest terms. From what causes the pink hue to when it might signal something more serious, here\u2019s what you need to know to stay informed and in tune with your body.<\/p>\r\n
It mostly comes down to oxygen exposure, flow speed, and your body\u2019s chemistry.<\/p>\r\n
Your period isn\u2019t just red, it’s a full gradient. Bright red means fresh blood that hasn\u2019t had much time to oxidise. As blood sits in the uterus or vagina longer and gets exposed to air, it darkens, turning deep red, brown, or even black. That\u2019s normal.<\/p>\r\n
According to the Cleveland Clinic<\/a>, the colour of your menstrual blood is influenced by the presence of hemoglobin (a protein in red blood cells) and how much oxygen it\u2019s come into contact with. Thicker uterine lining or slower flows tend to result in darker shades. Lighter flows or more cervical mucus? That\u2019s when you\u2019ll often see pink menstrual blood.<\/p>\r\n These shifts in colour throughout your cycle tell you a lot about what\u2019s going on inside, no guesswork needed. Read more about the different colours here<\/a>!<\/p>\r\n Worried about your period blood being brown, here’s a quick explanation (blog continues below the video).<\/p>\r\n\r\n