Thanks to the variety of menstrual management methods, women can now safely control the frequency and timing of their periods --while actually benefiting their health . Just approved by the FDA, the new Pill, along with all the available monophasic pills, the ring, the patch, intrauterine devices, implants, and shots can all be used to manage menstruation. Not only can these various methods cut down periods from 13 to a couple every year, they can also prevent or treat a myriad of health problems. Supported by both Planned Parenthood and the National Women's Health Network, here at last is a revolutionary way to improve women's quality of life. A practical, comprehensive guide to the menstrual management revolution, including: - How safe the methods included in the FDA-approved menstrual management program are - Why these methods can prevent painful cramps, various types of cancer, and cysts-plus treat migraines, anemia, and endometriosis - When a period isn't a period after all-and why women don't have to have monthly "fake" periods on the Pill - A personalized plan of menstrual management, depending on each reader's lifestyle - The truths, myths, and frequently asked questions about menstrual management