Can Christmas stress delay your period?
We often associate Christmas with peace, joy and time spent with loved ones. But the reality is usually different. The end of the year is full of deadlines, travel, changes in daily routine and pressure to make everything go well during the holidays. And this December hustle and bustle can surprisingly affect your menstrual cycle. Delayed or even missed menstruation, stronger PMS or more pronounced pain can all be related to stress and disruption of your normal routine. How Christmas can disrupt the cycle The menstrual cycle is controlled by a delicate hormonal balance that is very sensitive to stress. When the body is exposed to prolonged or intense stress, it starts to produce more cortisol, a stress hormone that...