Some fibers from the ventral cochlear nucleus cross the midline in the trapezoid body. Thus, cells in the superior olive receive inputs from both ears and are the first place in the central auditory system where binaural processing (stereo hearing) is possible. The output of the superior olive travels in the lateral lemniscus.
Delay caused by a short stress time is usually a week or two, then you ovulate normally. However, under continued stress (heavy exercise, malnutrition, etc.) you can be anovulatory for a very long time. If you are having problems in this area, have a look at this book: Fertility, Cycles & Nutrition 4th Edition.
The length of a normal menstrual cycle is 28 days, plus/minus 7 days. That is, a period may occur 7 days before the expected date of the period or may be normally delayed for 7 days beyond the expected date. But, if the delay is more than 35 (28+7) days, then the cause of the delay needs to be investigated. Periods can be delayed for a single cycle or it can be delayed in every cycle.