Hello Giggles, an online community for women that covers topics in popular culture, love, friendship, careers, style, food, and daily news, interviews Mark Trolice, M.D., for his knowledge on what is considered a normal menstruation cycle.

“Ultimately, what is ‘normal’ is usually the duration of menses a woman has always experienced,” Dr. Trolice says.

Dr. Trolice gives insights on five signs that show your period is totally healthy.