Inclusive Cycle Trackers
#lemon8diarychallenge So I posted a few days ago about my oldest starting her period and wanting ideas for tracking. We decided on a simple wall calendar, but I also decided to get her the youth version of the tracking journal I use.
I found the cycles journal when I did Book Fest in Waterville, Maine in August. The author has the booth behind me and they were lovely neighbors. Now in general, I love a planner/journal, so I of course has to check hers out. There is so much packed into this journal that I couldn’t possibly share it all, but it has a daily checklist/chart tracker for everything from body observation, to health, to self care. There’s also also a journaling section for every day. Everything is dated and shows the current moon phase and astrological phase of the sun and moon. There’s also tons of articles.
This book is super inclusive in that it’s for menstruating and non-menstruating people. For those of us who bleed it gives the ability to track your period and fertility. For those who don’t, you base your cycle off the moon phases. The 2025 version even includes blank trackers you can fold over the page so you can write in whatever you like! It’s all about knowing your body.
The youth version is simplified in that has age appropriate know your body articles & undated trackers. The tracker itself is abbreviated and combined with journal part. There’s enough pages for about 90 days of tracking.
I’d preordered myself the 2025 version and got a free copy of 2024, since it was later in the year. I ordered my daughter’s last week and got it a few days ago.
The 2025 version is very similar to the 2024. It gets new articles every year and the author tweaks it to make it the best it can be. The adult version is hardcover while the youth is paperback.
💵 Price:
Adult version (dated whole year) is $44
youth version (undated 3 months) is currently on sale for $19
⭐️Overall rating: 10/10
In recent years, the emphasis on body awareness and self-care has grown significantly, encouraging individuals to better understand their cycles. The Cycles Journal stands out as a valuable resource, providing inclusive journaling tools suitable for all genders. It not only addresses the needs of menstruating individuals by offering a detailed look at menstrual cycles but also supports non-menstruating individuals through moon phase tracking. This multifaceted approach fosters a sense of connection with both personal health and natural rhythms. The journal's design includes daily checklists and chart trackers for observations related to health, emotional wellbeing, and self-care routines, which can be vital for young users as they navigate their own bodily changes. Through its age-appropriate articles and undated trackers, it encourages younger users to develop a healthy relationship with their bodies, normalize discussions about periods, and practice mindfulness. The inclusion of seasonal and lunar insights further enriches users' experience, pushing them to reflect on how external cycles influence their own internal rhythms. This holistic approach not only enhances the journaling experience but also emphasizes sustainability and self-education. With communities increasingly recognizing the importance of inclusivity in health and wellness resources, the Cycles Journal meets a critical need in contemporary society. It is a tool for empowerment—helping users chart their journeys, celebrate their identities, and make informed choices about their health.
