Premenstrual

Today we're chatting about how to use urge surfing to help you in the moment when intense PMDD cravings arise. I also add on to the conversation that I had with Katie Bressack in episode 17 about how to reduce your PMDD, PME, or severe PMS cravings. Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com |  https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/) 

If you have PMDD symptoms, chances are great that you experience intense cravings or have sleep problems — or possibly both! In today's episode health coach Katie Bressack shares how sleep and cravings can affect one another and what you can do to improve both. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on August 11, 2020.  Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com |  https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/) 

Is severe anxiety knocking you out during the week or two before your period? Then make sure you tune in as I chat with Naturopathic Doctor Anjali Kasunich. She shares with us some of the common causes behind premenstrual anxiety, natural ways to soften your symptoms, and a practice to address ruminating and irrational thoughts. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on January 19, 2021 Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com |  https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

Have you ever heard the advice that you must go sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free if you have PMDD? How successful were you in implementing that advice? In this episode, we're chatting about how to make changes to what you're eating and how to know where to even begin (hint: it's not necessarily going GF). Plus I'm sharing the 5th grade Science Experiment method that will help you as you work towards your health goals. Download a free PMDD Lifestyle Tracker: https://rebeccasairs.ac-page.com/free-pmdd-lifestyle-tracker (https://rebeccasairs.ac-page.com/free-pmdd-lifestyle-tracker)  Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com |  https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

Alicia Bunch Vargas is a licensed clinical social worker who has also experienced PMDD. Sensorimotor psychotherapy is one of the tools she used to help reduce her own premenstrual symptoms, and it's a modality that she uses today with her clients as well. Listen in as Alicia explains what sensorimotor psychotherapy is and how it may help you if you have severe premenstrual symptoms each month. Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com |  https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

In this episode, I am sharing how board-certified health coaches can help you feel more empowered to manage your monthly premenstrual symptoms. I am breaking down common misconceptions (hint: we're not dietitians and we don't sell diet shakes) as well as what to look for when hiring one.  Want support navigating your mental and menstrual health? Sign up for a https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (free connection call) to learn how I can help you with your PMDD, PME, or severe PMS. Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

Do you think trauma may be contributing to your premenstrual symptoms? Listen in as I chat with Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors Nell Dardie and Tish Granville from Twinpowerment as we discuss somatic ways to address your PMDD, PME, or severe PMS symptoms. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on November 3, 2020. Breathwork Coaching:   Breathwork is a great tool to calm the nervous system and help you manage your debilitating premenstrual symptoms. Learn more at pmddhealthcoach.com/breathwork. Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com Services: Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching | https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/) 

Complex PTSD shares many symptoms with PMDD (like anxiety and depression). While some people suspect that trauma may play a role in PMDD, we do not go into that specifically in this episode. During this conversation, Yena Hu explains what complex PTSD is, its common symptoms, and how it's different than PTSD. *This episode is marked explicit because suicidality is briefly mentioned. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on May 4, 2021. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging mehttps://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ ( @pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at pmddhealthcoach.com/11   Connect with Rebecca:   Website:https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ ( pmddhealthcoach.com)  My Services:https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching ( Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach |https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ ( https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach)

In this episode, I chat with Naturopath Heidi Hogarth about her personal experiences with PMDD, how she has learned to manage her symptoms with things like herbs and tracking, her tips for navigating the workplace, and a ton more. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/10 (pmddhealthcoach.com/10) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  My Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

On today's Premenstrual podcast I am chatting with Melissa Sue Ogden from Yoga for PMDD. Go grab yourself a cup of tea and get cozy as you listen to Melissa Sue's PMDD story, how they live cyclically, and how they show themselves self-compassion to manage PMDD symptoms. Plus Melissa explains what therapeutic yoga is and how it can help people with PMDD. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/9 (pmddhealthcoach.com/9) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  My Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

Wondering if acupuncture is right for you? Dr. Maisam explains why you might want to consider it if you have PMDD. Plus she shares the research on acupuncture and PMDD. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on March 16, 2021. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/5 (pmddhealthcoach.com/8) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  My Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

In this episode, I chat with period educator and integrative menstrual health coach Jes Hagan about her experiences with PMDD, her shift from feeling like a victim to having self-efficacy, and the approach she takes to mitigate her symptoms. *This episode is marked explicit because suicidality and substance use is briefly mentioned. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://pmddhealthcoach.com/7 (pmddhealthcoach.com/7) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Our Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

I invited Dr. Rachna Patel to teach us all about CBD for PMDD symptoms. If you've been wanting to try CBD, but you want to learn more first, tune into this episode. Dr. Patel explains how CBD can help some symptoms of PMDD (and one it doesn't help), when and how much CBD to take, as well as the risk factors. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on August 3, 2020. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/5 (pmddhealthcoach.com/5) Connect with Rebecca:   Show Notes Page: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/6 (pmddhealthcoach.com/6) Our Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)

Advocating for yourself and speaking up about PMDD can feel really challenging – especially since a lot of people don't know what it is. Today's guest, Mrs. Omaha (aka Melissa Roth) shares why she decided to tell her story to the world and how she is spreading awareness about PMDD. Plus, Melissa explains how she eventually got the correct diagnosis, ways she manages her symptoms, and how she supports others with PMDD. If you're needing some encouragement to speak up about what you're experiencing, this episode is for you. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/5 (pmddhealthcoach.com/5) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)

Do you beat yourself up for the things you say or do during your PMDD days? Do you experience rumination, anxiety, depression, or suicidality during the days before your period? If you answered yes to any of those, then tune in to this episode where I interview counselor PaQuita Pullen about self-compassion and how it can be beneficial for anyone who experiences those symptoms. *This episode originally aired on my former Power Over PMDD podcast on February 9, 2021. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/4 (pmddhealthcoach.com/4) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)

Did you recently receive a PMDD diagnosis and feel overwhelmed by what to do first? In this episode, I help you brainstorm ways to feel supported as you take the first steps with a PMDD diagnosis. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach) Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/3 (pmddhealthcoach.com/3) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)

Do you think you might have PMDD but you're unsure? In this episode, I explain what your healthcare provider is considering when she's making a PMDD diagnosis. Plus, I share with you what you can do to help get the correct diagnosis. This episode is not meant to diagnose you but rather give you education on how providers may go about diagnosing PMDD. Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me @pmddhealthcoach Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/2 (pmddhealthcoach.com/2) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Our Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: @pmddhealthcoach | https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/)

Do you feel like you turn into a different person the week or two before your period? Is your PMS so bad that you miss work, get in huge fights with your spouse, and avoid your friends for days? If that's you, you might have PMS, PMDD, or PME. In this episode, we are looking at the differences between the three. If you experience premenstrual symptoms, tracking them is the first step to help you get a correct diagnosis. You can download ahttps://rebeccasairs.ac-page.com/free-pmdd-symptom-tracker ( free symptom tracker here). I'd love to hear what you think about this episode. Join the conversation at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/1 (pmddhealthcoach.com/1). Want to win a FREE Hormonology symptom tracker? You can do so by: Sharing this episode (or your favorite) episode on IG and tagging me @pmddhealthcoach Or by leaving a comment, question, or takeaway of this episode in the comments section at https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/1 (pmddhealthcoach.com/1) Connect with Rebecca:   Website: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/ (pmddhealthcoach.com)  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/work-with-integrative-pmdd-health-coach (Personalized Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)

Welcome to Premenstrual: A PMDD Podcast. I'm your host, Rebecca Sairs, and I'm here to help you answer this question: How can you manage, soften, or eliminate your PMDD symptoms? Connect with Rebecca:   Website: pmddhealthcoach.com  Services: https://www.pmddhealthcoach.com/private-pmdd-coaching (Individual Health & Wellness Coaching) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmddhealthcoach/ (@pmddhealthcoach)