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Confusion around omega-3, seed oils and the omega-6:3 ratio has fuelled major misconceptions. In this episode, Angela speaks with leading researcher Dr William Harris to clarify what the evidence really shows about omega-6 fats, seed oils and long-chain omega-3s - and why much popular advice is outdated. They explore why the omega-6:3 ratio doesn't predict inflammation, why EPA/DHA deficiency is so common, and how omega-3 status affects mental health, pregnancy, cognition and cardiovascular resilience. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why omega-6 isn't inherently inflammatory • What research shows about seed oils & chronic disease • How the Omega-3 Index works • Why adults, kids & athletes are often low in EPA/DHA • Omega-3 links to mood, postpartum recovery & cognition • DHA needs in pregnancy, breastfeeding & childhood • EPA/DHA effects on triglycerides & heart health • Fish oil vs algae vs krill - key differences • The truth about oxidation, mercury & microplastics • How much EPA/DHA is needed • Omega-3 for children's learning & behaviour • Early findings on omega-3 and skin hydration Timestamps0:00:00 Introduction0:00:19 Debunking Omega-3 & Omega-6 Myths 0:05:38 Seed Oils & Omega-6/Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ratio: Health Implications 0:11:47 Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed Meat 0:14:18 Health Benefits of Omega-3 0:19:23 Omega-3 for Depression & Postpartum 0:22:36 Is Omega-3 Safe for Pregnant Women & Children? 0:29:39 Dosing Guide & Best Sources of Omega-30:37:28 Is Mercury in Fish Really Harmful? 0:43:22 How to Choose a High-Quality Omega-3 Supplement 0:49:34 Omega-3 for Heart Health, Blood Sugar & Diabetes Risk 0:52:59 Omega-3 for Brain Health0:55:50 Omega-3 for Skin & Beauty 1:02:17 Omega-3 for Dysmenorrhea & Menopause Hot Flashes VALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible:• Hormone Harmony – Go to https://lvluphealth.com/angela | Use code ANGELA for an exclusive 15% off • Ozlo Sleepbuds® – Fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer | Use code ANGELA at https://ozlosleep.com/angela for your exclusive discount.• Kineon MOVE+ – Relieve joint pain, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility with clinically backed red light therapy | Use code ANGELA at https://kineon.io/angela for $50 off ABOUT THE GUEST Dr William Harris is one of the world's leading researchers in omega-3 fatty acids and co-inventor of the Omega-3 Index, the globally recognised biomarker for long-term EPA and DHA status. He has published over 300 scientific papers on omega-3s, cardiovascular health, cognition and inflammation, and is the founder of the Fatty Acid Research Institute (FARI), advancing clinical understanding of fatty acids and health.
(no music) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
(music) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) Hypnosis for Severe Menstrual Cramp Relief (dysmenorrhea) Jason Newland 9th August 2025 by Jason Newland
Join medical students Binal Patel and Aashka Sheth as they discuss adolescent gynecology with pediatrician Dr. Shreeti Kapoor. Specifically, they will discuss: What exactly is adolescent gynecology. The proper approach to taking a comprehensive history for a pediatric patient with a gynecologic chief complaint. The various causes of dysmenorrhea in the early menarche period and its presentation. The diagnostic approach to dysmenorrhea in adolescents. The approach to treatment of dysmenorrhea in a pediatric population. And how to approach addressing safe sex practices and sexually transmitted infections with adolescents. References: 21 reasons to see a gynecologist before you turn 21. ACOG. (n.d.). https://www.acog.org/womens-health/infographics/21-reasons-to-see-a-gynecologist-before-you-turn-21 Adams Hillard P. J. (2008). Menstruation in adolescents: what's normal?. Medscape journal of medicine, 10(12), 295. Breehl L, Caban O. Physiology, Puberty. [Updated 2023 Mar 27]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534827/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). About heavy menstrual bleeding. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/female-blood-disorders/about/heavy-menstrual-bleeding.html Primary dysmenorrhea in adolescents. UpToDate. (n.d.). https://www.uptodate.com/contents/primary-dysmenorrhea-in-adolescents?search=Primary+Dysmenorrhea+&source=search_result&selectedTitle=2~150&usage_type=default&display_rank=2 professional, C. C. medical. (2024, September 20). Pediatric gynecology. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24574-pediatric-gynecology professional, C. C. medical. (2025, February 18). Puberty. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/puberty Sachedin, A., & Todd, N. (2020). Dysmenorrhea, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain in adolescents. Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology, 12(1), 7–17. https://doi.org/10.4274/jcrpe.galenos.2019.2019.s0217 Sexuality, Sexual Health, and Sexually Transmitted Infections in Adolescents and Young Adults. (2020). Topics in Antiviral Medicine, 28(2). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7482983/pdf/tam-28-459.pdf UpToDate. (n.d.). Abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescents. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/abnormal-uterine-bleeding-in-adolescents-evaluation-and-approach-to-diagnosis?search=heavy%2Bbleeding&usage_type=default&source=search_result&selectedTitle=3~150&display_rank=3
In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, sports dietician and athlete, discusses menstrual health with guest Margo Harrison, a board-certified OB-GYN and founder of WaveBye Inc. They delve into the high expectations on women's bodies, nutritional confusion, and the impact of menstrual cycles on daily life and athletic performance.Margo shares the mission behind WaveBue Inc., a menstrual health company focused on enabling women to manage their menstrual symptoms effectively. The episode covers traditional and innovative treatments for menstrual pain, the importance of tracking and understanding one's cycle, and the evidence-based natural ingredients in WaveBye products, such as vitamin E, magnesium, inositol, and Chasteberry. Lindsey also provides insights from her own experience with the product and offers a special discount for listeners.Episode Highlights:01:26 Meet Our Guest: Margo Harrison02:10 Understanding Menstrual Health and Nutrition03:30 Personal Experiences and Insights06:30 Challenges and Solutions for Menstrual Pain23:54 Exploring WaveBye Products27:56 Addressing RED-S in Female Athletes30:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts30:54 Understanding the Importance of Tracking Your Cycle32:00 Managing Irregular Cycles and Ovulation34:35 Ingredients and Their Benefits38:56 Personal Experiences and Testimonials47:30 Contraindications and Who Should Avoid These Products50:39 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsMargo is a board-certified OB/GYN who was an NIH-funded academic PI at the University of Colorado. Since leaving academic medicine, she has been a provider at Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains and founded a femtech consulting firm that served over twenty venture-backed companies in the women's health space in areas of clinical research, strategy, business development, and medical affairs. She is now the founder and CEO of Wave Bye Inc., a menstrual health company that exists to enable women to fulfill their human potential. DISCOUNT CODE for 15% off: LINDSEYCORTESDirect referral link for discount: https://www.wavebye.co/?ref=LINDSEYCORTESVisit WaveBye's Website: http://wavebye.coFollow WaveBye:@wavebyeinc on Instagram@wavebyeinc on TikTok@WaveByeInc on YouTubeFor more information about the show, head to work with Lindsey on improving your nutrition, head to:http://www.lindseycortes.com/Join REDS Recovery Membership: http://www.lindseycortes.com/redsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Susan Johnson, L.Ac., shares her go-to acupuncture protocols for treating dysmenorrhea and PMS using Master Tung's Magic Points. She covers specific point combinations, herbal formulas, and clinical insights for addressing Liver qi stagnation, blood deficiency, and hormonal imbalance throughout the menstrual cycle.Read the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/dysmenorrhea-and-premenstrual-syndrome-pmsSee our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specialsSign up for the Mayway Newsletterhttps://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signupFollow ushttps://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/
In this episode, we review the high-yield topic Primary Dysmenorrhea from the Gynecology section at Medbullets.comFollow Medbullets on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/medbulletsInstagram: www.instagram.com/medbulletsofficialTwitter: www.twitter.com/medbulletsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/medbullets
Where's the strangest place you can find endo? Can you make more money when you're ovulating? And is it heartburn or a heart attack? In this episode we talk to gynaecological surgeon and endometriosis specialist, Dr Amani Harris and learn the telltale signs of a female heart attack. Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. THE END BITS Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. For more information on endometriosis, visit Endometriosis Australia. For more information on periods and a pain and symptom diary, Dr Mariam recommends the Jean Hailes website. For more on heart attack signs and symptoms in women, visit the Heart Foundation. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITSGuest: Dr Amani HarrisHosts: Claire Murphy and Dr MariamSenior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha TannockAudio Producers: Scott StronachVideo Producer: Julian Rosario Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Information discussed in Well is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How much period pain is normal? Does my weight impact my cycle? And why oh why do we get period poos?!In Mamamia’s brand new podcast Well, co-hosts Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam discuss everything you need to know about periods and bust a few myths along the way. Plus you’ll learn about the existence of a sperm graveyard and whether there is a ‘right’ way for your vagina to smell. Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. THE END BITSFollow us on Instagram and Tiktok.All your health information is in the Well Hub.For more information on periods and a pain and symptom diary, Dr Mariam recommends the Jean Hailes website.Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITSHosts: Claire Murphy and Dr MariamSenior Producer: Claire Murphy and Sasha TannockAudio Producers: Scott Stronach and Jacob RoundVideo Producer: Julian RosarioMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Sujatha Kekada is the Head Physician and Co-Founder of AmrtaSiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Ubud, Bali. In this episode Dr. Sujatha talks with Colette about common menstrual cycle disorders and the possible causes of these disorders, the holistic treatment recommended and how to prevent these disorders with diet, lifestyle and self-care practices. They discuss the following: Signs of a healthy menstrual cycle. Common menstrual cycle disorders: Amenorrhea - lack of a period Menorrhagia - heavy periods Dysmenorrhea - painful periods Ayurvedic protocol for treatment of these disorders. Ayurvedic herbs which are beneficial for the menstrual cycle. Holistic diet, lifestyle and self-care practices to prevent imbalances. * Visit Colette's website www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com Online consultations & Gift Vouchers Next discounted Group Cleanse starts October 4th, 2024 Private at-home Digestive Reset Cleanse tailored to you Educational programs - Daily Habits for Holistic Health Have questions before you book? Book a FREE 15 min online Services Enquiry Call * Join the Elements of Ayurveda Community! * Stay connected on the Elements Instagram and Facebook pages. * Thanks for listening!
Originally Released March 1, 2022Episode Summary:In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, endometriosis, adenomyosis, and other related conditions with Dr. Dan Martin, Medical and Scientific Director for the Endometriosis Foundation of America. We explore the complexities of diagnosing and treating pelvic pain, the importance of patient advocacy, and the societal normalization of pain in women. Dr. Martin provides valuable insights into the symptoms, challenges, and evolving treatments for conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis, aiming to empower listeners with knowledge and actionable steps for managing their health.Discussion Points:What is the difference between dysmenorrhea and pelvic pain? Dr. Martin explains the nuances between dysmenorrhea and various forms of pelvic pain, highlighting how each condition presents itself and what symptoms to look out for.How can women effectively describe their pain to healthcare providers? Learn about the key descriptors and monitoring practices that can help women communicate their pain more effectively to doctors, leading to better diagnoses and treatment plans.Why do so many women feel dismissed by their doctors when reporting pain? We discuss the societal and medical reasons behind the normalization of pain in women and what can be done to advocate for proper care.What are the common misconceptions about diagnosing endometriosis? Dr. Martin clarifies the challenges in diagnosing endometriosis, including the limitations of imaging and the importance of laparoscopic procedures for accurate detection.When should women be concerned about pelvic pain and seek medical attention? Find out the key indicators that suggest when pelvic pain might require a doctor's evaluation and what the initial steps should be for managing pain at home.How effective are NSAIDs and birth control pills in managing pelvic pain? We explore the roles of NSAIDs and hormonal treatments like birth control pills in managing symptoms and the conditions under which they are most effective.What is the role of laparoscopy in diagnosing pelvic pain conditions? Understand when a laparoscopy is recommended and what it can reveal about conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis that other diagnostic tools might miss.What are the potential risks and benefits of treatments like Lupron and surgical interventions? Dr. Martin discusses various treatment options for endometriosis and pelvic pain, including the controversial use of Lupron and the considerations for surgical interventions.How do conditions like adenomyosis and uterine fibroids differ from endometriosis? Learn the differences between these common gynecological conditions and how each affects women's health differently.What are the current research trends and future directions in treating pelvic pain and endometriosis? Get an overview of the latest research developments and what they could mean for the future of managing pelvic pain and related conditions.“A lot of that is coming from the normalization of pain in women. Some of this pain is not normal. If the pain is getting worse, if it's severe, it's not responding to medication, that's not normal pain.” - Dr. Dan MartinResourcesResources on EndometriosisLearn about the Endometriosis Foundation of AmericaIf you're passionate about advancing women's...
Up to 1 in 10 reproductive-aged women are impacted by endometriosis. Dysmenorrhea is the most common pelvic complaint of adolescents. While most cases of primary dysmenorrhea in adolescents will be primary dysmenorrhea, Endo remains a possibility especially after 2-3 years of progressive symptoms. Although the true prevalence of endometriosis in adolescents is unknown, at least two thirds of adolescent girls with chronic pelvic pain or dysmenorrhea unresponsive to hormonal therapies and NSAIDs will be diagnosed with endometriosis at the time of diagnostic laparoscopy. Now, as of July 2, 2024, a new diagnostic tool for Endo has received FDA Fast Track designation for development. This is different than FDA APPROVAL, but still represents a novel new option (if/when approved) to make ENDO diagnosis possible by using a molecular/protein ligand tracer. Listen in for details!
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In this episode, we sit down with Abhishek Mohan, the Founder and CEO of Hempstreet, India's pioneering player in the medicinal cannabis sector. With a vast network of 60,000 ayurvedic practitioners nationwide, Hempstreet leads the way from research to retail in this burgeoning field. Our conversation with Abhishek delves into a range of topics, starting with the staggering impact of dysmenorrhea, affecting 83% of Indian women. Abhishek sheds light on Hempstreet's groundbreaking clinical trials, emphasizing their crucial significance in today's landscape. We explore Hempstreet's unique approach of integrating ayurvedic principles into cannabis products, particularly in offering relief for menstrual cramps. Additionally, we touch upon the recent attention surrounding Meftal spas, dissecting the media hype versus medical reality, as well as the concerning lack of menstrual cramp management products available in the Indian market. Abhishek shares his learnings and insights into the changing landscape of women's health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding menstrual health, dysmenorrhea, the potential of cannabis in women's health, and gaining insights into the Meftal Spas controversy.DISCLAIMER: The content presented in this podcast is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's always advisable to consult with your doctor or qualified healthcare provider for personalized guidance. Connect with FemTech India Website: https://www.femtechindia.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femtechindiaorg/Twitter : https://twitter.com/Femtech_india?t=HIyteldoOxSIAXwsEXYv4w&s=09Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/femtechindia_podcast?igsh=bzd4a2ZheXc0cm1sYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/@TheFemTechIndiaPodcast Connect with Navneet Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/navneet-kaur-80109b227/Twitter : https://twitter.com/Navneet_Kaurrrr
Did you know C60 can be beneficial for the health of dogs and other pets just like it is for humans? It should make sense, as, after all, our pet / family members have mitochondria just like us! I've personally been giving my german shepherd some BioC60 in the morning and evening with his meals. But now there is some interesting research demonstrating that C60 mixed in oil can significantly reduce the blood levels of CRP in dogs, which is a blood marker for inflammation. In today's episode, I review that very study on C60 and also discuss how different types of oils (i.e., MCT oil vs. avocado oil vs. olive oil) allow for different concentration levels of C60. Do you know which oil allows for maximal C60 concentration? That same article also looks at C60 for skin health and demonstrates many ways that carbon 60 can augment our integumentary system.I also review two photobiomodulation studies that are hot off the press and published this year: one that looks at how red light therapy can reduce the stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) by 30% and another that provides compelling evidence for red light therapy to reduce pain associated with dysmenorrhea.Lastly, I cover a german article published last month that suggests that dysfunctional mitochondria may play a large role in individuals dealing with migraines. And if that is truly the case, it would make sense that methylene blue would have a major role to play by reversing the energy crisis caused by dysfunctional mitochondriaIf you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)As always, light up your health! - Key points: Discussion on Carbon C60, Bio C60 availability, and Mitochondrial Triad bundle (00:00:01 - 00:01:31)Overview of C60 properties, benefits, and applications, including bundled supplements and red light therapy for mitochondrial health (00:01:31 - 00:04:15)Recap of C60's antioxidant effects and applications, therapeutic potential, and anti-inflammatory benefits (00:04:16 - 00:08:58)Further exploration of C60's properties, sources, absorption options, and personal anecdotes (00:08:58 - 00:15:59)Red and NIR LED therapy benefits in reducing ICU stays and improving muscle function (00:15:59 - 00:22:28)Details of LED therapy application and outcomes; advocating for wider adoption of photobiomodulation therapy in hospitals (00:29:32 - 00:35:13)Research suggesting that mitochondrial dysfunction may be at the center of the energy crisis related to migraines (00:35:20 - 00:39:20)New research demonstrating benefits for red light therapy reducing symptoms of dysmenorrhea (00:39:22 - 00:42:36) - Articles referenced in the episode: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects of Liposoluble C60 at the Cellular, Molecular, and Whole-Animal Levels Photobiomodulation therapy (red/NIR LEDs) reduced the length of stay in intensive care unit and improved muscle function: A randomized, triple-blind, and sham-controlled trial Migraine and mitochondrial diseases: Energy deficit in the brain Effect of photobiomodulation on alleviating primary dysmenorrhea caused by PGF2α - BioLight added TWO new bundles so that you can save BIG!1.) The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order! Click here to check it out. 2.) The BioBundle For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.That's correct, you can save a total of 25% via the BioBundle! Click here to check it out. - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop - Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations: Grounding products: Earthing.com EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics - Stay up-to-date on social media: Dr. Mike Belkowski: Instagram LinkedIn BioLight: Website Instagram YouTube Facebook
Are you experiencing chronic pain around your period? Join Dr. G in this insightful episode as he delves into the often-overlooked root causes behind menstrual cramps and explores evidence-based interventions for lasting relief. While conventional medicine often resorts to suppressing symptoms with medications like birth control, Heal Thy Self is here to uncover the underlying issues and offer holistic approaches to healing. Dysmenorrhea, or period pain, affects a significant number of menstruating individuals, with estimates ranging from 45% to 95%. In this episode, we distinguish between primary and secondary dysmenorrhea, shedding light on the prevalence, impact on quality of life, and factors influencing its severity. From hormonal fluctuations to genetic predispositions and environmental exposures, we dissect the multifaceted nature of period pain that conventional medicine may miss. Hear from Dr. G on solutions to heal – from dietary modifications, herbal remedies, nutraceuticals and even acupuncture. Learn how anti-inflammatory diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants can mitigate inflammation and prostaglandin production. Dive into the world of phytotherapy with herbs like ginger, cinnamon, and chamomile. Explore the role of magnesium, vitamin B complex, and other micronutrients in hormone regulation and muscle relaxation. Plus, uncover the benefits of stress reduction techniques, and heat therapy in alleviating menstrual discomfort and promoting overall well-being in this week's episode. === Puori Click here https://puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off the already discounted subscription prices. LMNT Visit DrinkLMNT.com/DRG to claim your free sample pack for Heal Thy Self listeners only. === Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/
In this episode, we review the high-yield topic of Dysmenorrhea from the Reproductive section. Follow Medbullets on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/medbullets Instagram: www.instagram.com/medbulletsofficial Twitter: www.twitter.com/medbullets --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/medbulletsstep1/message
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Colette continues her discussion on the Ayurvedic view of the menstrual cycle from episode #256 where she talked about the menstrual cycle, the doshas involved at different stages of the cycle and the gunas or qualities that you may experience throughout your cycle. In that episode she also discussed how PMS or pre-menstrual syndrome is a sign of aggravation in the doshas and gunas along with how to use the principle of opposites to pacify any imbalances. In this episode Colette covers other menstrual cycle disorders, including: Hypomenorrhea - regular but scanty or light menstrual flow. Oligomenorrhea - irregular menstrual cycle. Amenorrhea - an absence of the menstrual cycle. Menhorrhagia - heavy menstruation, including prolonged menstruation. Metrorrhagia - bleeding at irregular intervals outside of your expected cycle. Dysmenorrhea - experiencing pain/cramps during menstruation. * Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Mount Madonna Institute. Receive $100 off tuition when you register for the Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program before November 30th, 2022 with discount code Elements22. Visit mountmadonnainstitute.org for further details. * Do I have an accumulation of ama/toxins in my body? Take this quiz to find out! * Register for the discounted Group Digestive Reset Cleanse starting January 27th, 2023 Visit Colette's website www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com Online consultations Private at-home Digestive Reset Cleanse tailored to you Educational programs - Daily Habits for Holistic Health Have questions before you book? Book a FREE 15 min online Services Enquiry Call * Join the Elements of Ayurveda Community! * Stay connected on the Elements Instagram and Facebook pages. * Thanks for listening!
Dr Liam McCoy joins Ethics Talk to discuss his article, coauthored with Drs Zainab Doleeb, Jazleen Dada, and Catherine Allaire: “Underrecognition of Dysmenorrhea Is an Iatrogenic Harm" Recorded June 6, 2022 Read the full article here.
Alright my friends, I can honestly say that magnesium has been a LIFE SAVER for so many years, for a good reason.Magnesium Bolsters Your Biological and Mental HealthOptimal magnesium levels go a very long way when it comes to anything and everything brain-related. Whether you're wanting to wake up feeling alive and energized, focus on the task at hand, remember everything on your daily ‘to do' list, or just get a good night's rest, you need an ample amount of magnesium to accomplish it. In addition to supporting the health of your nerves themselves, magnesium also helps with occasional head tension & discomfort and supports a relaxed mood. Magnesium is a cofactor in more than 325 enzymatic reactions—in DNA and neurotransmitters; in the bones, heart and brain; in every cell of the body. Unfortunately, a deficiency of this crucial mineral is the most common nutritional deficiency today. Fortunately, supplementation with magnesium is the most impactful integrative supplement you can turn to, particularly in depression and ADHD.Why is magnesium deficiency so common, and why is restoring the mineral so essential to mental and emotional well-being and behavioral balance? The rest of this dialogue addresses those two questions, and presents aspects of this critical therapeutic approach.Let's Talk Magnesium DeficiencyThe population is deficient in magnesium—found abundantly in whole grains, beans and legumes, nuts and seeds, and leafy greens, as well as cocoa and molasses—for several reasons. 1st: Soil depletion.Intensive agricultural practices rob the soil of magnesium and don't replace it. As a result, many core food crops—such as whole grains—are low in magnesium. A recent paper put it this way: Magnesium's “importance as a macronutrient ion has been overlooked in recent decades by botanists and agriculturists, who did not regard Mg deficiency in plants as a severe health problem. However, recent studies have shown, surprisingly, that Mg contents in historical cereal seeds have markedly declined over time, and two thirds of people surveyed in developed countries received less than their minimum daily Mg requirement.”2nd: Food processing. Magnesium is stripped from foods during food processing. For example, refined grains—without magnesium-rich germ and bran—have only 16% of the magnesium of whole grains. [2]3rd: Stress. Physical and emotional stress—a constant reality in our 24/7 society—drain the body of magnesium. In fact, studies show inverse relationships between serum cortisol and magnesium—the higher the magnesium, the lower the cortisol. Stress robs the body of magnesium—but the body must have magnesium to respond effectively to stress.Other factors. Many medications—such as medications for ADHD—deplete magnesium. So does the intake of alcohol, caffeine and soft drinks.The result: In 1900, the average intake of magnesium was 475 to 500 mg daily. Today, it's 175 to 225 mg daily. Which means that only one-third of adult Americans get the daily RDA for magnesium—320 mg for women, and 420 mg for men. (And many researchers consider the RDA itself inadequate.) And that magnesium deficit causes deficits in health. Magnesium deficiency has been cited as contributing to brain function, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis and certain types of cancer. But detecting that deficiency in laboratory testing is difficult, because most magnesium in the body is stored in the skeletal and other tissues. Only 1% is in the blood, so plasma levels are not a reliable indicator. That means a “normal” magnesium blood level may exist despite a serious magnesium deficit. An effective therapeutic strategy: Assume a deficit is present, and prescribe the mineral along with other appropriate medical and natural treatments. That's particularly true if an individual has symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, insomnia and constipation, all of which indicate a magnesium deficiency.I Say We Rename it: The Mind MineralSome of the highest levels of magnesium in the body are found in the central nervous system, with studies dating back to the 1920s showing how crucial magnesium is for a balanced brain…It's known, for example, that magnesium interacts with GABA receptors, supporting the calming actions of this neurotransmitter. Magnesium also keeps glutamate—an excitatory neurotransmitter—within healthy limits. Individuals with higher magnesium levels also have healthy amounts of serotonin - which is all made in the gut.And further, the synthesis of dopamine requires magnesium. THis is critically important if you have ADHD. In summary, the body needs magnesium to create neurotransmitters (biosynthesis) and for those neurotransmitters to actually transmit. Magnesium also acts at both the pituitary and adrenal levels. In the pituitary gland, it modulates the release of ACTH, a hormone that travels to the adrenal glands, stimulating cortisol release. In the adrenal gland, it maintains a healthy response to ACTH, keeping cortisol release within a normal range. As a result, magnesium is a must for maintaining the homeostasis of the HPA axis. Given all these key mechanisms of action, it's not surprising that a lack of the mineral can produce psychiatric and other types of problems. A person may have: Difficulty with memory and concentration. Depression, apathy and fatigue. Emotional lability. Irritability, nervousness and anxiety. Insomnia. Migraine headaches. Constipation. PMS. Dysmenorrhea. Fibromyalgia. Autism. ADHD. Fortunately, studies show that magnesium repletion—restoring normal levels of the mineral—produces positive changes in mood and cognition, healthy eating behavior, healthy stress responses, better quality of sleep, and better efficacy of other modalities, such as medications. Enjoy the episode. If you need support sorting through what brand and product is best for you, please do reach out and I'll walk you through an assesment to determine the best options for you!xo Kassandra
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In today's episode I discuss period pain. I go into the most common causes for period pain, and specific steps you can take to reduce and/or eliminate your pain starting today! Today's episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode: What is primary dysmenorrhea What is period pain a sign of How period pain is very common but not normal The flow pattern of a normal period Why you should get checked out by your doctor if your bleeding is too light or too heavy How extreme pain with your period can be a sign of endometriosis or other issues Why the pill may manage period pain but does not fix the underlying cause of the pain Other modalities to look at when you have severe period pain Strategies for reducing period pain How processed dairy products can affect women The importance of reducing xenoestrogenic chemicals from your household products or makeup The benefits of acupuncture or abdominal therapies for period pain How vaginal steaming can improve your bleeding issues Supplements that can improve period pain The importance of identifying the sources of inflammation causing your period pain Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Conceiving with Fertility Awareness Program The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Program Related podcasts & blog posts: [On-Air Client Session] FFP 220 | Managing Intense Period Pain | Maria & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 186 | Managing Painful Periods | Charting Cervical Mucus | Lisa & Liz FFP 180 | Managing Painful Periods | Dysmenorrhea | Endometriosis | Dr. Lara Briden, ND [On Air Client Session] FFP 151 | Overcoming Period Pain | The Link Between Digestion & The Menstrual Cycle | Lisa & Stacey FFP 138 | Post-Pill Amenorrhea | Why It Took 4 Years For Her Period To Come Back | Andrea Petrus FFP 019 | Fix Your Period | Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea and The Pill | Nicole Jardim Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now! Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM) This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!
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Welcome back to the sixth episode of Hello Uterus! Hope you're hungry! In today's episode, we look at an amazing new product from Intimina, a menstrual cup company out of Sweden. You'll be opening your wallet and mouth for this one! In this week's Hear Me! Hear Me! Q & A segment, we address one of the most common questions regarding the normality of PMS symptoms. Is this normal or is it dysmenorrhea? Could these words sound any weirder? Wait for the prostaglandins! Get these words down and you could find your way to a possible diagnosis! We'll also cover how to take care of your symptoms when it comes to medicating. Not all doctors properly prescribe pain meds, and your liver is the one to suffer! Learn how to double-check your medication doses to keep you and your body happy and pain-free.We end on a high note in the cutest way possible. Find out which endangered species is welcoming a brand new pup to their family! How adorable! Join us back here every Tuesday for all things uterus, in service to you, uterinekind.
Dr. Dan Martin is the Scientific and Medical Director for EndoFound. Forty-five peer-reviewed publications on endometriosis are included in his more than 414 publications focused on pelvic surgery for endometriosis and fertility. The prevalence of dysmenorrhea varies between 16% and 91% in women of reproductive age, with severe pain in 2%-29% of the women studied. We discuss: Endometriosis vs. Adenomyosis vs. Fibroids Causes of pelvic pain Issues with too much estrogen How to be properly diagnosed Treatments you can do at home vs. when it is time to see a doctor All treatment options “If pain is getting worse and not better with medication, it is not normal.” - Dr. Dan Martin Prefer to read the podcast? Click here. If you liked this episode and you're feeling generous, don't forget to leave a review on iTunes or Spotify! Check out the Spotify Podcast Playlist on Endometriosis and the webpage with other endometriosis-related resources. And be sure to: Follow Fempower Health on Instagram for updates and tips. Follow the podcast on your favorite player and tell your friends! Shop the Fempower Health store, which has many products discussed on the podcast. **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for information purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. May contain affiliate links More about Dr. Dan Martin Dr Martin is Professor Emeritus, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; a community member of the Virginia Commonwealth University Institutional Review Board; and a life fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has been Divisional Director of Reproductive Endocrinology and Divisional Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Tennessee and Divisional Director of Medical Education at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutes. Dr. Martin is Past-president of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and the Gynecologic Laser Society.
IUDs. Sex during periods. Pain. Discomfort. The tampon tax and all the other costs associated with our menstrations. Kristy and Angie tackle some burning questions about the ever so enduring, unbelievably persistent, biological event we unwillingly go through - our periods. We hit up our male friends and asked them to tell us something they know about menstruation and then ask something they want to know about menstruation.Takeaways:We need men to do the work to normalize periods for everyonePeriods are expensive, and pads and tampons are just the tip of the icebergsSevere menstrual cramps is debilitating, physically and mentallyJust because we experience periods on a regular (or not so regular) basis, does not dilute its severity or legitimacy Mentions & Resources:IUD Expulsion: is it as scary as it sounds?Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) Ovulation. Breastfeeding, and Being A Chinese Daughter ft. Georgie MahBuilding Resiliency and Tearing Down Facades ft. Steven NgoWhat is Dysmenorrhea?Effects of Premenstrual Symptoms on BipolarSocial Justice with Your Asian Parents ft. Irving Chong Did you enjoy this episode? The best way to support this show is by listening and sharing with a friend. If you would like to buy a coffee or bubble, we would love that too.---- Connect with us:Website: www.shitwedonttellmom.comSend us an audio message by clicking here!Instagram @shitwedonttellmom Email: shitwedonttellmom@gmail.comSupport us with a bubble tea: www.ko-fi.com/swdtm ----Interested in creating your own podcast?We use Buzzsprout as our host because they seamlessly link to major podcast platforms and make it really easy to read analytics. They also have an awesome support team. Sign up today and get a $20 Amazon gift card and we get a little something too. Yes this is an affiliate link because we use them too. Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/swdtm)
On this weeks episode we welcome Kamila Konieczna to the podcast! Kamila Konieczna is a seeress, intuitive guide, channel, Sirian Starseed, and energy healer. Kamila has intensive training in reading energy and channelling ET & celestial beings. She also has certifications in yoga, meditation, breathwork, shadow work, and manifestation. As a powerful mystic, she can connect with energies beyond the human senses, including communicating with and channelling spirit guides, celestial and cosmic beings, angels, ascended masters, and ancestors. Kamila is currently receiving training and Priestess initiation of the Isis Magdalene lineage through the T⌆ntric Rose Mystery School. Kamila is based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba, in Canada. In this episode we cover: Feminine reclamation and the power of connecting back to our wombs Healing from dysmenorrhea and PMMD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) What a star seed is? How do you know if you are one? Galactic consciousness; Sirius (A,B &C), Pleiades, Aucturus, Andromedans, Zetas, Reptilians, and so much more! Introduction to the hybrid program Galatic unity If you enjoy the episode we would love to hear from you on Instagram so DM us or tag us in your stories or posts! As always if you enjoy the podcast, let me know by giving the podcast a rate and review on iTunes, it would mean the world to me! Stay connected with Kamila Instagram – @kamilakonieczna Website – https://www.anaphorawellness.com/ Celestial Soul Reading – https://www.anaphorawellness.com/bookings-checkout/celestial-soul-reading/book 2022 Year-Ahead Soul Reading – https://www.anaphorawellness.com/bookings-checkout/2022-year-ahead-soul-reading/book Clarity Soul Reading – https://www.anaphorawellness.com/bookings-checkout/clarity-soul-reading/book Stay connected with me! Download The Ultimate Free Guide to Meditation –https://closetedsoul.com/ Soulfully Aligned Business Reading or Soul Journey – https://closetedsoul.com/services/ Instagram –@closetedsoul Website –http://www.closetedsoul.com Email – closetedsoul@gmail.com Intro and Outro Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Sending you so much love and light, until next week weirdo XX
Dysmenorrhea (aka period pain) affects up to 50-60% of all women with periods.Are you the one waiting for a doctor's note every 4th week? Crawling in bed with a heating pad begging for nature to run its f@#$ing course? Welcome to class. It's time to get down to brass tacks and clarify what's normal vs. what's not when it comes to cyclical period pain. We'll share real data behind the definition of primary vs. secondary dysmenorrhea (and when to consult your physician), along with treatment methods and preventative measures from a medical and holistic standpoint. Lastly, we'll talk new world tech (aka Jovi patch) and old world practices (like vag steaming) to add to the protocol -- you'll thank us later.________Connect with us @thesmvpodcastFind episode details and additional information at https://thesmvpodcast.comShop recommended products by episode at https://linktr.ee/ishavedmyvagforthis________I Shaved My Vag For This? is co-written and co-produced by Dr. Roxanne Pero and Katie Thompson. Edited by Kellen Voss of Kellen Voss Productions. Podcast Theme Song composed and produced by Katie Thompson.
Holistic nutritionist and author Tahlia Mynott understands the importance of nourishing the mother through every phase of the birthing journey; So much so, that she has dedicated her career to it, along with women's health. In this very special Women's Series episode, Tahnee and Tahlia (both mothers) take us on a journey through the beautiful expanse that is motherhood. From the highs of postpartum oxytocin joy to the depths of menstrual healing and processing miscarriage (a topic that isn't talked about enough). In 2021 Tahlia self-published her first book, Nourishing Those Who Nurture, co-authored with doula and trauma-informed kinesiologist Caitlin Priday; The book is both a bible and an accessible guide for all women, regardless of their circumstances. The beautiful intention behind Nourishing Those Who Nurture is to take the overwhelm out of the postpartum rollercoaster through easy, nourishing, warming recipes (tailored to the needs of the postpartum mother) and preparation guidance for managing the massive shifts mother's traverse in their postpartum period. Tahlia and Tahnee dive deep into prenatal preparation, PCOS and menstrual cycle healing, the power of food as medicine, restoring the integrity of the pelvis after birth, postnatal care, and the emotional/physical complexities that come with experiencing a miscarriage. Tune in! “I think it's important to be real that it does happen and that there's a spiritual aspect to miscarriage as well. You can be totally supported in what you've done, in terms of detoxing, nourishing, and it could still happen”. - Tahlia Mynott Host and Guest discuss: Healing PCOS. Dysmenorrhea. Preconception. Miscarriage and healing. The Postpartum phase. Restoring the pelvic floor. Seed Cycling for hormones. Healing the menstrual cycle. Phases of the menstrual cycle. The transition from maiden to mother. Supporting hormonal health through food. Who is Tahlia Mynott? Tahlia is a Mother of two beautiful boys, Luca Mayar and Oka Sol. She birthed both of these beautiful beings into the world at her rainforest home at the base of Wollumbin. Tahlia is a clinical nutritionist specifically interested in women's health; however, she brings much more than nutrition information to her clinic. She conducts her work through her online clinic and workshops, online booklets, and podcasts with both her businesses Luna Holistic Nutrition and Living Hormoniously. In 2021, Tahlia released her first book, "Nourishing Those Who Nurture" - More than A Food Bible for New Mums. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST Resources: @livinghormoniously @lunaholisticnutrition @nourishingthosewhonurture www.lunaholisticnutrition.com Reishi for helping heal PCOS Schisandra for preconception Seed Cycling for hormone balance Nourishing Those Who Nurture Book Mothering From Your Center Book Brighton Baby book by Roy Dittmann Spirit Babies book by Walter Makichen Pregnancy Preparation with Tahnee (EP#14) Q: How Can I Support The SuperFeast Podcast? A: Tell all your friends and family and share online! We'd also love it if you could subscribe and review this podcast on iTunes. Or check us out on Stitcher, CastBox, iHeart RADIO:)! Plus we're on Spotify! Check Out The Transcript Here: Tahnee: (00:00) Hi, everybody. Welcome to the SuperFeast Podcast. I'm here today with Tahlia Mynott, and she's the mama of her two gorgeous boys, Luca and Oka, who were birthed up near our magical local mountain, Wollumbin. Tahlia's a clinical nutritionist and she has a special interest in women's health. She's bringing all of this work that she's done in clinic but also her work that she does workshops and offers a lot of support and coaching through her partnerships. You do some yoga stuff. You do a whole bunch of awesome things. Tahnee: (00:32) Now she's an incredible author of this book, Nourishing Those Who Nurture, which I'm really happy to have beside me and I've just finished reading this week. We're going to talk a little bit about the book today and about Tahlia's journey toward health and wellbeing, so thanks for having us here. I'm saying that backwards. Thanks for being here. Tahlia Mynott: (00:50) Thanks for having me. I know, that was a lot. I mean, my bio, there's a lot going on in my life at the moment. So when I hear it, I'm like, "Whoa, there's little bits and pieces everywhere." Tahnee: (01:01) I always feel like that too. I'm like, "I've done a thousand things." But I really love you guys. You had your really beautiful business made with your love and you brought that sort of clinical nutrition aspect to crafting product. And now you're more supporting women, so I think there's this really beautiful journey you guys have been on and now being a mummer of two. Tahnee: (01:22) Yeah. Tell us a little bit about how did you come to be a clinical nutritionist and how did you end up being where you are right now talking to me? How did we get here? Tahlia Mynott: (01:30) Yeah. Cool. Love this. I actually, well, I say I was gifted or blessed. Because well, I chose, I guess, and they chose somewhat to be in a family that was quite health conscious. So growing up, particularly my mom, and that's because of a story that she's had with the medical system in her life. She had something happen there that was quite intense, so then she went down a more natural course herself. Tahlia Mynott: (01:59) When she had me and my two sisters, she brought us up really natural. We had a lot of homoeopaths and naturopaths and all those awesome things that I'm so grateful that I was introduced to so early. I actually did my first liver cleanse, which is hilarious, in year 10. Tahnee: (02:19) Oh, no. Tahlia Mynott: (02:21) Which is so funny. At the time it didn't seem that big, but when I look back on it, I was like, "Wow, so I did my first liver cleanse in year 10." Probs didn't need it, but it was a thing we did as a family. That's, I guess, a little bit of background of my growing up. When I went to uni, it just made sense. I actually first started studying psychology and, oh gosh, I can't even remember the name of it. I think it was neuropsych, so a lot of brain stuff. Tahlia Mynott: (02:50) But I just still had so much interest in health and nutrition, so I actually switched degrees and actually did a double degree in psychology and nutrition thinking that I was going to finish and work with eating disorders, which I did do a little bit of work with, but it definitely wasn't where I saw myself. It didn't fit. I went there, did a little bit of work there and it didn't quite fit. Actually, in relation to women's health, it wasn't until about six years ago. So I actually graduated in 2018, which seems like aeons ago now. No, 2008. Sorry, not 2018, 2008. Tahlia Mynott: (03:33) It wasn't until roughly five or six years ago that I actually found the niche with women's health. The reason I found it is because I had suffered through my menstruating years a lot with dysmenorrhea, which is a really painful periods. And I also had amenorrhea for years, so that was absence of a cycle for... probably actually was more than a year. It was probably closer to 18 months. I was diagnosed with PCOS in my early 20s. And then around about the time that I really stepped into this work, I was going on my fertility journey. So I had started my preconception journey around that time, and I was just... I guess I wanted to heal parts of my menstrual cycle and then the things I was learning, I was just like, "Oh my gosh, how is this not taught to us? How as women do we not know these?" Tahlia Mynott: (04:22) I remember being with my mum one day walking, and I was like, "Mum, did you know there was four phases to women's menstrual cycle?" She was like, "No, I had no idea." I'm like, "How? How are you a 50-year-old woman and you have no idea about this?" I was like, "Okay, this is it." I was just so passionate about it that I was like, "This is where I'm meant to be. Tahlia Mynott: (04:46) Once I get passionate about something, I'm in. I'm all in. It was like podcasts, books, scientific literature, everything I could possibly read and get stuck into. It was my life. Yeah, I guess that's where I'm at today in many little facets, like you said. I do workshops with living harmoniously and also I do postpartum workshops with Esther, a friend of mind, but then I also have my clinic, which is Luna Holistic Nutrition. Now I have a postpartum book that I've co-authored, Nourishing Those Who Nurture. I mean, I guess there's a main section there, but there's all these little divots, which if I look back in my life, it's how my life has always been. Tahnee: (05:33) Yeah. I think it's so funny, though, every time I talk to people, I see this tapestry of... You can see the dots that connect when you look back, but when you're in it, I mean, I know for me it's like, "I don't know where I'm going." Then you turn around and you're like, "Ah, that led to that, which led to that." You know? Tahlia Mynott: (05:51) Totally. Tahnee: (05:51) I think I just see that in your journey. You've had that background in health, but then you still had some things to work through. And so you've used that kind of catalyst to develop your own offerings. Yeah, it's really beautiful. Because coming full circle like you've had to, really healthy boys, and you've got this gorgeous book and you're working with all these women. It's just yeah, it's a really exciting time for you, I think. Tahlia Mynott: (06:14) Yeah. Lots of birthings. Tahnee: (06:17) Yeah. I feel like you spoke a little bit about preconception there and it's a question we get asked a lot at SuperFeast. I had my own journey with that, but I'm curious, for you, how long was that period of time and what did you really focus on in terms of your preconception? Was there sort of a practise or protocol you followed, or was it just a bit more intuitive? How did you navigate that? Tahlia Mynott: (06:39) Yeah. I've actually listened to your... Was that one of your first podcasts that you did? Tahnee: (06:43) I think it was my first ever podcast. Tahlia Mynott: (06:45) Yeah. I loved that. Tahnee: (06:46) The weak and worst into it. Tahlia Mynott: (06:48) I actually think I've listened to that podcast twice. For those of you who haven't listened, if it's still up, it's amazing. Tahnee: (06:55) We will link in the show notes. Tahlia Mynott: (06:57) Yeah. I actually think I had quite a similar preconception journey to you and even the same book was gifted to me, so the Brighton Baby Method. I hope I've said that correctly. It's been a while since I've looked at it. I guess a little background. I was in my late 20s, early 30s, when I really decided that I wanted to have kids. Tahlia Mynott: (07:22) Pre-that, I actually wasn't sure that I wanted to have children. I didn't know if it was going to be part of my journey. But my partner who I'm with now, we actually thought we were pregnant very early on in our relationship, and the pregnancy test came back saying negative. The feeling I had was like a disappointment was the initial first feeling that was like, "Okay, I actually want to have kids." Tahlia Mynott: (07:50) I'd grown up really healthy, but I definitely had gone through my 20s with some partying, which was really fun at the time. But I knew there was a bit of detoxing to do. For me, the Brighton Baby Method was a beautiful book but a little bit overwhelming. It's quite in depth. So I guess I did gentle forms of that, I would say. It was around about 18 months, the whole preconception journey for me, 18 months to two years, roughly. I did a bit of gentle detoxing of the liver, a little bit of the kidneys, and then I did some focus on my colon as well and my gut health because they were places that were quite sensitive for me. Tahlia Mynott: (08:38) Oh, and something that's really important, I definitely did some heavy metal detoxing. But I guess the biggest thing for me was actually learning how to chart my cycle and learning much more in depth about the phases of my cycle and how to support those phases in terms of nutrition and movement and emotionally and just knowing exactly when I ovulated each month and knowing how long my phases were and supporting my hormones through those phases was probably... Well, I mean, I guess every element was big, but that was probably the biggest element for me and really healing those parts of my menstrual cycle that I'd had issues with previously. Tahlia Mynott: (09:21) I'd say I first got my first bleed when I was around about 15. I would say pretty much every bleed I had, so I never went on contraception because, thankfully, looking back, I actually turned into an absolute psycho when I was on it. I did try it, but mentally, it just didn't work for me so I actually didn't do it. I think every bleed I had up until I started healing was probably extremely painful. I had dysmenorrhea the whole way through. It would be really foreign to have a monthly bleed that didn't cause me pain. Tahlia Mynott: (10:01) In terms of the pain, it was like I'd have to take a day off work, for sure. There would be sometimes I vomited, but that wasn't often. But definitely enough pain to just keep me bedridden. So I knew that there was something not quite aligned, but I hadn't really had the support from doctors and I guess the people that I was seeing. I actually worked really closely with an acupuncturist and that was definitely just working out my hormones and my gut health and all of those things that were, I guess, the root cause of that was really pivotal for me. Tahnee: (10:38) I mean, in terms of did that resolve before you conceived or was it something... Tahlia Mynott: (10:44) Yes, yeah. I think, gosh, it's a while now ago before my first conception. Because my first conception too, I actually did miscarry, so that was around about five years ago, I think. I think I roughly had pain-free cycles for one to two years, which was incredible for me because I had gone around 14, 15 years of quite debilitating pain. Tahnee: (11:11) Yeah. It's one of these things I'm super passionate about communicating to women is you don't have to be in pain. But I also really appreciate the effort and the energy involved in transforming that, and it's this touchy subject, I think, because you don't want to be like, "You don't have to bleed and suffer. I don't bleed and suffer." I'm not trying to be a patronising pain in the ass, but it's an option to dig really deep and work out what's going on. Tahlia Mynott: (11:39) It's such and important thing you've said there too, because for many of those years too I thought it was normal. Because it's almost considered to be a normal aspect of your menstrual cycle, and it simply is not. It's okay to be having probably 30 to 60 minutes of very light cramping at the start where the uterus is starting to contract and the lining is shedding, but that really significant pain which quite a few women experience is simply not normal. We shouldn't be putting that in that category at all. Tahnee: (12:15) Yeah. You're absolutely right in terms of how we culturally... It's such an interesting thing because you see... I remember tampon ads growing up and these girls like, "Woo," with their tampon or whatever. But then also, the flip side of that is all of my friends, my mum, everyone bitching about their period, how much pain they're in, their emotional state. It's like you grow up in this context of suffering and even the monthly curse and all of this is a narrative, certainly for me in the '90s. Tahnee: (12:47) Then I get to university to study biology and the lecturers are telling us, "You don't need to have periods. Just use the pill to stop them." It's this really kind of interesting cultural thing around periods being so negative. And then full circle, here I am in my mid-30s going like... When my period came back after, I was like, "Oh. Hello, old friend." It's this really welcome visit. Tahnee: (13:14) For me, it's become so much of a, Lara Briden uses the term report card, but it's this sense of if I get my period and I'm angry or I'm feeling stressed or I get a headache or something, I know I've pushed myself too hard the month before. And I know that I've overdone it, and it's just a reminder for me that this is coming up for me and I need to address this with my next cycle. I've found that to be such a useful kind of personal development tool, I suppose, in just being really conscious of those warning signs. I've never had worse than a headache, and I think it's such a helpful thing to know how to come back. Tahnee: (13:55) So you did acupuncture. Were there other things? Like, you said you addressed your gut health, those kinds of things. What else was there that helped, do you think? Tahlia Mynott: (14:05) Yeah. I think that in terms of are you speaking just in relation to my menstrual cycle or the preconception more so? Tahnee: (14:11) Yeah. More the menstrual cycle healing. I guess I'm just really interested in if you have any tips or- Tahlia Mynott: (14:18) Definitely, I mean coming from a background of nutrition as well, definitely the food aspect was really important for me. I had been vegetarian for about 20 years, maybe slightly less, and also vegan and raw vegan for around five or six years, so raw vegan for about 12 months of that. I started introducing animal foods back into my diet, which was definitely really important and quite gradual for me. First fish, then eggs, then liver capsules. Tahlia Mynott: (14:52) Then actually not until I was pregnant with my second child did I actually start actually consuming meat, but that was definitely really supportive of my hormonal system just for me as an individual. I know that's really important to state probably while we're chatting is that everyone's very different. So for me as an individual, that was really supportive for me. Also, just specific foods that are in relation to hormones. It's just amazing. I'm always so amazed with myself and with clients and friends and all of that how powerful food as medicine is. Tahlia Mynott: (15:32) There were specific herbs that I was taking. Specifically, Schisandra I found to be really incredible, and I got quite into all the medicinal mushrooms, which is actually how you and I first met many, many years ago. They definitely, particularly reishi, there's been a lot of studies around reishi and PCOS. Which just quickly on that topic, I didn't have any PCOS symptoms for around about two years prior to conceiving as well, so I believe I completely healed all of that as well. Tahlia Mynott: (16:11) Some of the really amazing foods that I recommend for a lot of my clients are cruciferous vegetables in relation to hormonal health and always having them warmed or heated, cruciferous vegetables, trying never to have them raw. So things like broccoli, kale, cabbage, mustard greens. I know I'm missing some. Tahnee: (16:32) Cauli. Tahlia Mynott: (16:34) Yeah. There's such a big list of them. You can simply Google cruciferous vegetables. So ensuring that I had at least half a cup of cooked cruciferous vegetables daily and then also using specific seeds, which you would probably know about seed cycling. I actually have found that in my journey to be a really supportive tool too. So using specific seeds in the first two stages of the cycle and then others in the second two stages of the cycle to support both oestrogen and progesterone. Tahlia Mynott: (17:07) For me, I had, which is quite common, I had more of an oestrogen dominance so I focus more on supporting progesterone and ensuring that I had really good luteal phases, which is that phase just before the bleed. Because if that phase isn't supported, then conception is really challenging. Also, you want it to all be in flow as well, but specifically for the preconception journey, it was important for me to have that phase really supported. Tahnee: (17:38) Yeah. Seed cycling is sunflower seeds and pepitas. Actually, I've never personally done it, but I've read about it. But yeah, does it vary depending on the hormonal profile or is it pretty standard for the two phases? Or how do you approach that? Tahlia Mynott: (17:53) No. It's standard for the two phases, and I hope I get this right. Tahnee: (17:56) I won't hold you to it. Tahlia Mynott: (18:00) I'm pretty sure and you could Google seed cycling. It's flax seeds and pepitas for the first phase, which is more about oestrogen support. And then it's sunflower and sesame seeds for the second phase, which is more about progesterone support. It's such a simple... I recommend usually a tablespoon of ground seeds per day and a mix of both of those. Tahlia Mynott: (18:25) I say to my clients, "Just get a jar, roughly a 50/50 mix of your flaxseeds and your pepitas. Ground them up and then every day for those first two phases, so the follicular and the ovulation phase, be having a tablespoon of those seeds in whatever you can." Then similar with the sesame and sunflower in the progesterone supporting phase. So in your luteal and your menstruation phase, have a tablespoon of those ground every day. Tahnee: (18:53) Typically, if people have longer luteal phases or whatever, it doesn't matter? They're just still carrying on with that process through the whole time? Tahlia Mynott: (18:59) Yes. I still usually get them doing those things just because they're supportive overall anyway of colon health and zinc levels, which are really important for the menstruation cycle as well. Yeah, generally speaking, I would have them doing that whichever way their hormonal profile is going. Tahnee: (19:20) Yeah. I think seeds are such an underrated superfood. We're all into these bougie and expensive things, but it's like you've got this incredibly nutritious, easy to obtain, quite cheap products there. Yeah, really excited to talk about those. One thing, I mean, I really got out of your book is the simplicity of, and I don't mean this in a negative way, but I mean it in a, thank God, I don't have to spend hours in the kitchen kind of a way. Tahnee: (19:50) But I think being a mum yourself and actually, yes, you're a clinical nutritionist, but you know what it's like to be busy and you know what it's like to have a business and kids. It's like there was a real sense of reality in the book. Everything I could make and I could see myself making. I'm a good cook, but I'm like, "I don't have time." I get home at 5:00 and I have to have dinner on the table really fast. Yeah, is that something you've picked up from clinic is that you have to be realistic about what people can achieve? Tahlia Mynott: (20:20) 100%. Honestly, it starts with yourself, right? So even myself, I'm very similar to you in that it's like I don't have the time to be creating extravagant meals. And if I'm frank, I actually don't enjoy it. I would prefer to be reading a book, doing some yoga, going for a swim in the beach, all those types of things rather than just spending hours in the kitchen. I mean sure, every now and then I love spending it, but on a daily basis that's not where I want to be focusing most of my time. Tahlia Mynott: (20:50) I'm so glad that you found that with the book. Because that was something that was really important to both Caitlin and I, who wrote the book, was that the meals, although we ensured that the nutrition profile was there and that the meals, they have the ingredients to support the postpartum phase, we wanted to ensure that they were simple and the ingredients were easy to obtain. And also, that they wouldn't take long in the kitchen and yeah, so that they weren't overwhelming because I think that's really important during this time. Tahlia Mynott: (21:24) You don't want to be opening a book, and any time in a mother's life, you don't want to be opening a recipe book or any type of book and looking at the recipe and just feeling totally overwhelmed by 20 ingredients and a method that goes over three pages. And you're just like, "Oh my God." Tahnee: (21:42) I mean you've had the raw phase, I've had the raw phase, the sprouting. God bless us and I mean, I still value that kind of food. We eat sprouts and things, but we do tend to buy them more these days. But I think there's just this reality around how much time food prep can take. The thing I liked is everything's really nutritionally dense. It's not like it's toast and toast for dinner. But yeah, it's really nutritionally dense. Tahnee: (22:10) I loved the key that you guys had with anti-inflammatory and all the different things. I thought that was really helpful. And I really liked how you classified the three sections of healing as well postpartum, to get a little bit into the book, but that was something I thought was really smart. Because yeah, there are really quite different phases, and I can even think about them even now. I have had these times where I've been like, "Oh, I'm back in this quite depleted state and I almost need to address myself like I'm postpartum again." Then it's like, no, I'm really abundant and vital and I can be a bit more loose with eating cold foods or whatever. Tahnee: (22:48) I think it's something people can take into their lives and be like, if you're convalescing or you've just been through some kind of big emotional process, lost somebody, whatever, you can go through using that same structure. Yeah, I thought that was a really cool way and a bit different for me. I've not seen that in other postpartum books. Tahlia Mynott: (23:05) Yeah. That was... Sorry. Tahnee: (23:08) How did you get to that? No, no. Tahlia Mynott: (23:09) I was just going to add to your question without you asking. Tahnee: (23:11) Well, you're reading my mind, so just go for it. Tahlia Mynott: (23:17) That's actually Caitlin had thought of that. That was an element that she brought to the book which I really loved as well. Yeah, we talk about four stages of the healing stages of the postpartum over the period over five weeks. Yeah, we've segmented different recipes into each phase as to what's going on during that phase. Obviously, it's amazing that you've actually... Tahlia Mynott: (23:47) What we were envisioning too is that, of course, this book is for postpartum, but this book can be used at any time that you are feeling slightly overwhelmed or depleted or your immune function is low. Whatever is going on, these types of foods are really supportive of that phase. The reason, I guess, why we segmented it as well was because for me personally, and I don't know if you can attest to this, but in the phase of postpartum, making decisions for self, because we've got so much going on, is sometimes tricky. Tahlia Mynott: (24:23) Even segmenting it is like, okay, there's not as many recipes so you're not going to open up the recipe part section of the book and be like, "Oh my gosh, there's 50 recipes. Which one do I do?" Each section has, I think it's around 10 recipes in each section, so it also takes a little bit of the overwhelm out of it as well and the decision making. But you can switch to any of those sections and we do say at the start to use your intuition about what you're feeling as well. I don't like being rigid at all, so we're not saying, "Hey, you have to be doing those recipes in that week and then when you switch, you need to be doing the recipes the next week." But if it's supportive of you to actually just be sticking to those weeks and those recipes, then absolutely. Tahlia Mynott: (25:07) As it gets further on, so in week five we do talk a little bit more about recipes that are a little bit more cooling on the system, like smoothies and salads, which we always say to try and have room temperature. But those types of recipes you probably, majority of people, again not all but majority of people really don't want to be doing those types of recipes in relation to healing and all of that in those first two weeks or three weeks which are really vital for the healing of the body. Tahnee: (25:36) Yeah. I mean, I picked that up from your book and it's great. There's such an emphasis on it because we both know from all the traditions, staying warm is so important postpartum. Can you speak a little bit to that just from your experience and what you've seen in clients and your own research? What's the meaning of that? Tahlia Mynott: (25:57) Yeah. It comes from a couple of traditions, mainly the TCM background and the Ayurvedic, which I can't speak to too much because that's definitely not where I've come from in terms of my learnings. But obviously, I've had a browse over them over the years. But all of the traditions just speak of the importance of staying warm during this time, and the reason is to keep the warmth inside the body in relation to healing. Tahlia Mynott: (26:24) That cool energy can cause, is it vata in the system? I think it's more vata in the terms of Ayurveda. That can be that feeling of feeling quite ungrounded or a little bit sketchy, and that can already be there in that postpartum phase, so you also want to calm that as well. Yeah, it's important for healing not just of the organs and everything that's going on in relation to the uterus and all of that, but it's also really healing in terms of the mental state as well and for production of milk if you are breastfeeding. There's many elements to keeping warmth in. Tahlia Mynott: (27:05) Obviously, we talk of it in terms of food and in the front section we do talk a little bit in terms of some traditions where they use scarves and beanies and all of that. Obviously, it's relative to your climate. So where we are, it's a little bit more tropical. When I birthed both my boys, it was beautiful spring and summer days. I definitely didn't want to be getting a beanie and scarf on, but I'm sure that I kept warm in terms of... Tahlia Mynott: (27:32) Actually, even one thing I'd love to chat about is the postpartum pads. Even with the postpartum pads, I see a lot of people talking about them now, which is incredible in terms of using witch hazel and aloe vera, all of these things, which are amazing. But there's quite an emphasis about putting them in the freezer I've seen going around. Even something like that, I think it's really important that women are actually not putting them in the freezer and actually having them warm so that the warmth isn't getting inside the uterus, which then can affect the healing somewhat. Tahlia Mynott: (28:09) Yeah, you don't necessarily have to be covering yourself up completely but just little elements of your postpartum phase, thinking about trying not to allow coolness into the system. Tahnee: (28:22) Yeah. I mean, that's a real issue. Even icing of injury is not okay in Chinese medicine, which obviously is really common practise here. They say that it causes chi and blood stagnation, which leads to slow healing. I've had the experience of twisting my ankle, so I didn't ice it. I actually heated it and I had heaps of acupuncture, and it healed really, really fast. We took lots of herbs and all those things. I'm like, really had that experience of the warmth is super important. And like you, I had Aiya in the bloody peak summer. It was impossible to wear clothes, but I did make an effort to still wear socks and stay pretty warm and obviously try to keep the food as warm as possible as well. Tahnee: (29:04) Yeah, I think it's just I've noticed a huge difference in my digestion from my 20s when I'd drink smoothies at least a couple of times a week, maybe daily, and cold, icy, thick, those delicious smoothies. But yeah, they just ruined my digestion and I'd be bloated. I'd have cold poos. It was just not a good situation. Yeah, I've really noticed a difference with myself. You mentioned that in the book that postpartum is a time of weakened digestive fire, so it's a time of convalescence and recovery. It's not a time to be using your resources digesting or using your resources doing even too much thinking or anything else. Yeah, I think it makes a lot of sense to be mindful of that kind of stuff. Tahlia Mynott: (29:48) Yeah. It's really like gentle, gentle, gentle with everything is how I think of it. Gentle with the food that you're consuming. Gentle with the visitors that you're allowing. Gentle with the warmth that's around you. Yeah, just keeping yourself in that beautiful cocoon for as long as possible. Tahnee: (30:07) Yeah. That's actually, non-visitor boundaries were really great and I think a really important one to read to everybody. Tahlia Mynott: (30:15) That was actually a big learning for me and why I really wanted to add that in there. So yeah, there is a page about visitor boundaries and we make some suggestions and questions in there. Because that was a big learning for me in my journey of postpartum with my firstborn, Luca, where I allowed people. And it was only family, but I did allow family. He was born at 2:00 AM after 30 hours of labour, so I was obviously exhausted but also running on a lot of adrenaline. Tahlia Mynott: (30:42) I had family come for the next couple of days, and I significantly noticed my depletion more so after having visitors there. I'm a very hostess of the house too, so it was me going up and getting cups of tea and all those types of things. So the second time round we didn't even have really family or visitors for I think around three to four weeks. We had beautiful people dropping food to us, but they rarely came in or we might just say hi through the door. Just looking at both those postpartum journeys and the second one I also had a toddler running around too, but I actually felt so much more supported in that second postpartum journey than the first. Tahlia Mynott: (31:29) It's a big learning. I went into that first one with... I had read a lot and I had studied a lot around it, so I had some ideas about it. But it's not until you go through it that you actually really understand how significant and dynamic that phase is. Tahnee: (31:48) I was chatting to Caitlin about that when she came round the other day to drop the books off, your co-author. And I thought, it's beautiful that you have both perspectives. You have someone who's a doula and who cares for women but who hasn't really had the experience, and then you've been through it and you have that lived visceral experience of what's happened. Yeah, I actually think it's a really beautiful combination of energies because you've got that maiden energy in there and then the mother energy. I think it's really special. Tahnee: (32:18) I think that transition, and you speak to that in the book as well, Caitlin and I were talking about it. It's like you know it's going to be big, but until you actually live it, you don't know how it's going to be big and what's going to show up for you. Yeah, I was surprised. I felt a little grief actually before Aiya was born, not so much when she was born. But I do remember looking at her and being like, "Oh my God, I've signed up for a lifetime of care and maybe I'm not ready for that." Tahnee: (32:43) I was like, "Ah!" And I didn't have all these blissful... I mean, I had a little blissful feelings, but I wasn't feeling them toward to her at the time. I was like, "Oh my God, this is a big commitment." That shifted over a few days, but I'll never forget that. And I was like, "Well, that's not what I expected when I looked at my new baby." Yeah, I think it's a really interesting- Tahlia Mynott: (33:09) But it's real and I'm sure that a lot of women experience that too. I actually remember my partner very significantly experiencing that. So like I said, Luca was born at 2:00 AM, and we birthed at home. It was all beautiful and amazing. We blissfully feel asleep. We woke up in the morning and I remember him looking at Luca. I still remember this and Luca's now nearly four, so this was nearly four years ago. He looked at Luca and looked at me and he's like, "Whoa, this is a lot, isn't it?" I'm like, "Um, just processing this now? Great." Tahnee: (33:49) Well, it's funny because I think too, and I've had a really different journey in each pregnancy and I'd love to hear a little bit about the differences, other things you learned from postpartum that was different for you from Luca to Oka and also your pregnancies. I had such, honestly, blissful pregnancy with Aiya. I was floating around like a fairy the whole time just being like, "Life is so magical." I just was in awe of my body and it was a very psychic experience for me. It was really different. Tahnee: (34:24) Whereas this one, I've been angry. Physically, I feel fine but I've been an emotional kind of machine of rage. Yeah, it's such a different pregnancy for me so I'm curious for you, how did those pregnancies alter your perspective and clinical practise and what you're sharing with us today? How did that change for you? Tahlia Mynott: (34:44) I'm always so grateful for every experience I have, particularly in this women's health region, because it allows me to have so much more empathy for other women, although I did hit a point a couple years ago where I was like, "Okay, I'm done with the lessons. Let's just stop for a little bit, universe. I think I've got enough empathy right now." But I actually, so I've been pregnant three times. Tahlia Mynott: (35:09) I miscarried the first pregnancy and that was such a pivotal moment and experience for me, which actually had a really positive outcome. Obviously, at the time there was a lot of grief, but I now can see why that was part of my story and why I needed to have that as part of my story. Tahnee: (35:29) Do you mind speaking to that a little? I really feel passionately that we don't talk about miscarriage enough, and you don't have to share anything that you're not comfortable with. But it's this one in four women, you say it in your book, experience miscarriage. That's a quarter of us walking around with this story. We don't speak of spirit babies as real babies even though they are. I know in certain circles we do, but it's something I've really observed. Tahnee: (35:56) I did a women's circle with 60 women last year in November two days before my wedding. I reckon at least 45 of those women had had a miscarriage or some kind of traumatic stillbirth or something that just was huge and so much to carry. I was humbled, really humbled by how common it was and how many women in that room had shared that. I'd be really interested if you could go deeper on that topic. I know it's a bit of a segue. Tahlia Mynott: (36:30) Yeah, absolutely. I'm very open with my life. Tahnee: (36:30) Fortunately. Tahlia Mynott: (36:37) Yeah. You're right, it's not something that's really commonly talked about and happens to so many women and I think something that we need to be more open about and real about. It was actually such a healing component for me was I just remember getting onto the computer and Googling miscarriage stories and trying to find as many miscarriage stories as I could to read. I was ringing friends that I knew who had had it and I also had friends reach out to me who I didn't know who had had it say, "Oh, I had a miscarriage too. I would ring them and just listen to their stories. And actually, having those women and their journeys actually really helped me as well. Tahlia Mynott: (37:20) I guess it was an interesting time because there it was definitely I had done the preconception journey, so in my head I was like, "Yeah, I've got this. I'm all good. Everything's sweet." Then I actually even got through the first trimester, so I miscarried the baby at 14 weeks so I was just into that second trimester. I guess also I'd hit that point of thinking, "Everything's totally... " The first trimester can be a little bit like, "Oh, I hope it's okay. Yeah, everything's fine." But once you get into that second trimester there's definitely a relief, I guess, or for me a little bit of relief like, "Okay, yeah. Everything should be sweet from here on in." Tahlia Mynott: (38:02) So miscarrying at 14 weeks was definitely a surprise, but I actually intuitively knew that something wasn't right at about nine weeks. When I miscarried at 14 weeks, they did an ultrasound. And when they did the ultrasound, they actually, the guy said, "Oh, the sac's only actually nine weeks old." It was such an interesting... At the time, obviously I couldn't really focus and think about all that. But looking back on it, I was like, "Wow, I intuitively knew that something wasn't right from that nine weeks." Tahlia Mynott: (38:35) I started bleeding a couple of days before I miscarried, and I had a bit of cramping throughout that first trimester, which can be completely normal. I actually had quite a bit of cramping with my recent pregnancy, Oka. It can be completely normal, so for anyone listening that's like, "Oh my gosh, I'm cramping," that's okay. I just want to say that so no one's freaking out. But yeah, I had quite a bit of cramping leading up. Tahlia Mynott: (38:59) Then I remember we were at a friend's house and I'd had a bit of brown spotting. I knew deep down but I was also being optimistic and hoping that it wasn't just my mind playing tricks. I was like, "Oh, maybe that's just a bit of stagnation from my last bleed and that's okay just because there's obviously a bit of weight with my uterus and baby and all of that kind of stuff." Then I remember yeah, being at a friend's house and wiping and seeing the red blood, and I knew. I did have quite a bit of cramping as well, and I knew red blood, cramping, those two together probably not a good sign. Tahlia Mynott: (39:34) Over the course of the next 24 hours, it did take a while, the bleeding started to intensify. We went to hospital just to confirm that I was having a miscarriage and then went back home. It was actually a full moon the day that I miscarried, which being in this field as well and very connected to the moons and the menstrual cycle, and the full moon is often, as you would know, in spiritual talk the letting go. Tahlia Mynott: (40:06) It was a full moon and I'd found out that the baby, there was no heartbeat. But my body was still holding on to the baby, so we went to the beach that day and obviously cried and kept setting intentions of... I really wanted to miscarry naturally. I didn't want to have to go to hospital, although I had booked in for a day in say two days later. The doctor really wanted me to book it in the next day because it was actually a Sunday that we went in, so they couldn't do it on a Sunday. I was like, "No, no. I just want to give it a little bit of time and see if this can happen naturally." Tahlia Mynott: (40:42) So yes, we went to the beach that day, got home that night. Then I really started to bleed quite heavily. There's two really significant parts to it. I still remember bleeding. For some reason, Scott and I had not got pads. Even though we knew I was going to miscarry, we hadn't got pads. So he went out to get pads, and I was sitting on the bed just on some towels. I actually just remember I had beautiful music on and so it was like we'd set up this space for a home birth almost but obviously thinking of it as a miscarriage. Tahlia Mynott: (41:21) Mentally, we were somewhat prepared. I remember sitting on the bed and when the bleed really came actually feeling a sense of relief and just a real letting go. It happened on that full moon, so letting go and actually felt really at peace with it. I can still significantly tune back into that moment. Most of my miscarriage did happen at home and I passed the sac at home, which was really beautiful that that happened there. Tahlia Mynott: (41:51) But it did get quite intense and that can be quite normal for... I've forgotten the phrase exactly. Oh, a missed miscarriage is what they usually call it where the sac is actually or the baby has actually passed a lot earlier than what you've miscarried. So there can be a lot of tissue and stagnation and a lot of things happening in the uterus. The bleed was very substantial for me. I was losing clots the size of my hand nearly every 15 to 20 minutes, so we did have to go to hospital. I spent 16 hours in emergency, but that also was a very significant time for me. Tahlia Mynott: (42:35) I had had quite an aversion to hospitals in general growing up with what my mom had been through. Yeah, I actually felt, anxiety is not something that I really attune to too much, but I actually would have anxiety going near hospitals. When I fell pregnant that first time, I had a planned home birth, but I definitely had this fear around hospitals. And even when I was miscarrying, I really was trying to stay at home, but I did call my home birth midwife and she was like, "Look, you're bleeding a lot, losing these clots. It's definitely important for you to get to emergency now." Tahlia Mynott: (43:12) My partner was like, "Look, we really need to go." And I was feeling quite light-headed obviously and not amazing. Just even actually going to emergency was a big component for me, but the women that I had, the nurses that I somehow manifested on that night were just the most beautiful women and they were like my mothers. My mum wasn't near. Just my partner was with me at the time. They really, their support was just so pivotal in my journey. Tahlia Mynott: (43:43) Also, I had quite a significant amount of pain, which can be similar if you've had a missed miscarriage and even for other miscarriages because the uterus is really contracting to get out that stagnation and tissue and all the blood. But I was really rejecting the pain medication. I was like, "No, no, no." And they actually had to transfer me to a hospital because they thought I might have to have a blood transfusion, so they transferred me to the hospital. And during the transfer I had this really beautiful ambulance nurse, doctor, whatever he was, next to me, probably nurse or paramedic. I was breathing through them and I was like, "It's okay." Because I was having almost contractions, and I was just breathing through them. Tahlia Mynott: (44:28) He could obviously tell I was in some kind of discomfort, and he's like, "Would you like some pain relief?" I was like, "No, no." I still remember this. He said to me, "Look, I understand where you're coming from, but there is a time and a place, and I have a feeling that for where you are now, this would be really supportive of you." I just remember being like, "Okay, yep. I think that the pain relief would be really helpful." I'm so grateful for that because it was really helpful for that, and I went on for another 16 hours of that so it was quite intense. Yeah, it was really supportive of me. Tahlia Mynott: (45:08) I left that experience with just seeing the way that in crisis the medical system can be really amazing and supportive. I let go of a lot of fear, so I believe that my next two home births were so magical and amazing because I really had dispersed that fear of the hospital system during that miscarriage. So it was such a pivotal component of my entirety of birthing, I believe. Tahnee: (45:39) Yeah. It's really powerful, I think, and something I pick up a lot on in this community that we're in where there's this right and wrong way to birth or to miscarry or whatever. Really, to actually have the freedom to do the thing, the home birth or whatever, you do need to have, I think, an acceptance of the potential outcomes which might mean transfer and might mean being in a hospital. Tahnee: (46:08) I know for me, that was a big part of my home birth journey was really sitting in, am I going to be okay in myself if I end up birthing in a hospital? It took me a few days of really sitting with that to get to a place of like, yes, that's a yes for me. Because there was resistance and, I guess, an ego attachment to birthing in a certain way and all that kind of stuff and also not even wanting to let it in because I didn't want to pollute my mind with that kind of thought or whatever. Tahnee: (46:40) I've spoken to a lot of women that have miscarried, especially in the last 10 years, and a lot of them say that it's more painful than childbirth, which I find really interesting. But I imagine the hormonal cascade is different. There's not that sort of trigger from the baby and all of those other things that happen with birth and how long the process can be and how tricky it can be. It's not always straightforward miscarriage, so I really appreciate you sharing all of that because I know it's a lot. But, yeah. Tahnee: (47:13) So you had the miscarriage. How much longer after that was Luca conceived? Is it another year? I'm trying to remember your timeline. Tahlia Mynott: (47:24) I conceived Luca about eight months after that miscarriage. I did another six months of rebuilding myself, so abstained from intercourse for six months and I really didn't want to conceive straight away. But I definitely have many clients and friends, and I have a lot of compassion around this, which again, I'm really grateful for, I can understand why women want to conceive the next month because this bizarre timeframe lapse where you're like, "Oh, I should be 14 weeks pregnant and I'm not pregnant. Oh, I should be 15 now and I'm not pregnant at all." So I have compassion around that, but for me it was really important to wait for... Tahlia Mynott: (48:11) The egg that is released from the ovary, the largest stage of maturation, is around 90 days, so it was really important for me to wait at least one of those cycles of 90 days. But I actually decided to wait two of those cycles of 90 days. Because I had such an extensive bleed, I actually was anaemic as well, so there was a lot of blood building that I was doing during that time as well. So lots and lots of building in those six months and then yeah, it took about two to three months to conceive Luca. Tahnee: (48:42) That's interesting. So you've done the preconception and a lot of that is detoxifying and cleansing. And then you've had the miscarriage and then you're rebuilding, so you've had this kind of... Because that's something Mason and I talk about a lot with people, it's like, "Yes, it's great to cleanse, but if you don't have that phase of making sure your tissue's really strong, making sure your nutrition is really high, to go from cleansing into conception can be, I think, not a great thing." Tahnee: (49:11) Yeah, have you had that experience with... Because I've seen it with a lot of people we know who live a really high alkaline, clean diet, and then have a lot of trouble coming to conception time. I'm like, "Good time to build up some fat tissue and some muscle and reserves." Tahlia Mynott: (49:28) Yes. That was definitely a component of my preconception was building as well, but I have to admit that definitely I was more focused on the building between those two pregnancies and the importance of that 100% and ensuring fat tissue and iron and blood building and zinc. Yeah, there's so many components of that building that are really, really important, definitely. Tahnee: (49:58) And do you work with someone or do you do your own care? Because I mean, I'll usually order blood tests and stuff but typically do the interpretations and things myself. What's your approach to that? Do you tend to... Other people love support, so I don't want to say there's a right or wrong. Yeah. Tahlia Mynott: (50:14) Yeah. I do, absolutely, that. I actually work with an incredible doctor up here. Well, in terms of working with her, I'm not working in clinic with her, but she knows who I am and I send a lot of clients to her. Yeah, we're looking at people's blood profiles and then suggesting from there, so she'll do all the blood profile panels for me. Tahlia Mynott: (50:34) I think it's important in these phases too, so whether you've had a miscarriage or you're in your preconception phase is actually finding a team of support. I don't think you can support all elements that need to be supported with just one person. I think it's important to have a team of either an acupuncturist or a naturopath or a nutritionist. Tahlia Mynott: (50:57) Yeah, there's so many elements to this. A lot of women come to me and they want to fall pregnant in the next month. That's not my ideal. My ideal would be probably six to 12 months to work on some things, but you've got to also be supportive of where that person is at as well. Yeah, if they have the time and the space, then having a support team I think is really crucial. Tahnee: (51:23) Yeah, I agree. I mean, I'm big on having those. Especially body work practitioners and energetic practitioners, I think to me are amazing. I see an acupuncturist fortnightly for this pregnancy and I did similar with Aiya. I guess I'm curious about that with Oka, did you guys do a similar preconception? We were a lot gentler, I noticed, with this baby in our preconception approach that we just really took it a lot easier. I wonder if you guys were the same or if you still had quite an intensive preconception phase? Tahlia Mynott: (51:54) No. We were exactly the same. I actually was still breastfeeding Luca when I fell pregnant with Oka as well, so there was definitely no detoxifying happening there. But pregnancy and birth is one of the biggest detoxifications of a woman anyway, which is why I really like to support women in trying to do some gentle detoxifying before that. But because I'd had the miscarry as well, I actually felt like, and this might for some people be quite triggering, but for me it was almost a bit of a cleanse as well. Obviously, at the time not so much but in hindsight. Tahlia Mynott: (52:39) Because I'd had those processes as well, yeah, I was super gentle with Oka. It was more about building because I was still breastfeeding and obviously giving a lot to Luca at that time, which in hindsight, I'm not sure that I would fall pregnant again while breastfeeding because I definitely noticed the difference in my pregnancies. And potentially, I was still slightly depleted from the breastfeeding, so going into Oka's pregnancy, yeah, it was different to Luca's. Tahlia Mynott: (53:15) Luca's was more like your Aiya's one that you mentioned, so really blissful, felt amazing. Was doing hill walks all the time around our property. Was just in love with life and just actually wanted to be pregnant forever. I was like, "This is incredible. I feel amazing." Tahnee: (53:29) Right. I know. Tahlia Mynott: (53:30) Yeah. I actually was worried at the end because he was 41 plus five. I was a little bit concerned that I was holding onto him because I was loving it so much. I was definitely not like those women that are like, "Okay, I'm so ready to birth." I was actually like, "No, I love this. I'm not sure I want to get rid of this." Tahnee: (53:48) Yeah. Aiya was 42 and I wanted the same. I'm like, yeah, it was such a nice experience. Tahlia Mynott: (53:55) Yeah. I mean, Luca... Sorry, Oka. Oka still had its beauty, but I definitely felt more tired. And I definitely felt that real hormonal surge at the start, and emotionally that was quite challenging for me, particularly for that first trimester. I didn't have anything severe, but there was definitely a lot more niggles with Oka. Tahlia Mynott: (54:25) I did prenatal yoga with both my babies, and I remember the first one. Our teacher, Esther, who's incredible, she would go around and just say, "Is anyone experiencing reflux or hip joint pain," or whatever it was. With Luca, I was like, "No, no. I feel great." Then with Oka, I was like, "Yep, yep. Oh, yeah. That's me. Yep, that's me again." Tahnee: (54:50) All of the above. Tahlia Mynott: (54:52) Yeah. Very minor but still, there was just a lot more niggles with him. Obviously, the body had done it all before, and I obviously didn't have the strength that I'd had going into Luca's in terms of my movement. Yeah, I'm sure there were many elements to that, and I was a little bit older as well. Tahnee: (55:12) Did you approach Luca's postpartum with all that in mind? I'm sorry, Oka's postpartum, a little bit more, I guess gently? Because that's something I remember with Aiya, being very aware of all of the should-dos and then still, "But it's such a nice day. I'm just going to go to the beach." Or, "Oh, I'm going to go to the markets and catch up with people." Just letting it slip a little bit because I felt so good and it felt easy. Tahnee: (55:41) But I think in hindsight, I'm like, we travelled when I was three months for a month and things like that, which they were really exhausting times. I think I'm definitely gearing up to be a lot more low energy this time around, so I wonder if that was the same sort of thing with you? Tahlia Mynott: (55:57) I absolutely did that and was very similar. We've got very similar journeys. I felt so great with Luca that even when I was having the visitors, I continued to have the visitors because I felt really good. But in hindsight, yeah, it was definitely taking a lot from me. So with Oka, I was much more gentler. We didn't have the visitors. The foods I was consuming were definitely slightly different to what they had been with Luca. Tahlia Mynott: (56:27) I was asking, so that was a big thing for me, so I really struggled to ask for support from people. But with Oka, I was definitely asking for more support. We actually even got a cleaner, which our house is tiny, so I was a little bit embarrassed by this one. But just the support of that cleaner once a week was really important for us. I just didn't have to do those things and could solely focus on the children. Tahlia Mynott: (56:52) One thing that was really important for us was just really encapsulating that family unit. And for Luca as well, he'd just become a big brother and I didn't want too many people coming into that energy and space. I really wanted him to feel included and that he was also really important and also for him and Oka to form their bond. So we encapsulated our little space or house for that month. Yeah, that was very different to how I was with Luca. Tahlia Mynott: (57:22) Even with my movement, I think with Luca, because I felt so amazing, I started not vigorous movement, but I started walking probably a week postpartum, doing walks. It's quite hilly where we are, but with Oka, I was just so much more gentle. I did a lot of five minutes of stretching and yoga, but really hardly moving. Yeah, I noticed such a significant difference in just that, in my movement practises and how that supported me in that second postpartum. Tahnee: (57:51) It's such a shift and I think I relate to all of that. I've had to let go of how, I guess, pre-children and being a yoga teacher, because I was full time moving seven days a week a lot of the day. It's been full circle for me back to an office job, back to having a kid to run around after but not as much time to practise. It's like I might get an hour in a day if I'm lucky these days. I think it's a really humbling experience and also, yeah, recognising how much the body changes after birth. Tahnee: (58:24) I loved that you guys address that in the book where you speak about closing the bones and how important that is. Because that was one of the things for me, I think my pelvis changed dramatically after having Aiya, and I just think those things, they're not addressed enough in our culture around... You guys emphasise this a lot. It's like birth and the child and the baby is really emphasised, but there's culture in France where they give women pelvic floor rehab for, I think it's six sessions for free as a part of their government healthcare. It's like I've had to pay for that. It's fine, but it's like, that's not cheap. Tahnee: (59:02) It's made a huge difference to my overall wellbeing, but it's like if I didn't have that education and know to seek out that care... I have friends that have whispered to me like, "Oh, yeah. I'm 45 and I still wet my pants most of the time." It's like, why aren't we talking about this? You can't go back and jump up and down at the gym without a pelvic floor. You need to restore that tissue. Yeah, I think it's a really big and challenging conversation. Tahnee: (59:29) But yeah, a lot of the stuff you speak about, the rebozo, which I hadn't actually heard of, that sounds cool. These things are all designed to restore the integrity of the pelvis and the SI joint and to help to start to bring that pelvic floor tissue back into place. Tahlia Mynott: (59:44) There are so many amazing supportive tools from many traditions and even what's available here. But yeah, many women aren't really aware of all these supportive tools, so we definitely have tried to encapsulate them in the front section of the book. I'm sure we've missed something. I'm sure there's other amazing supportive tools, but they're the ones that we know of. Yeah, it's so important. Tahlia Mynott: (01:00:08) It's that whole concept too of a nourished mum nourishes her family and children. Yeah, I just want to scream that every day. I just think that's so important to ensure that the mother is nourished. It's not just about what food she's eating. It's about the people that are around her and it's about her body, which you would know more about than me with your line of expertise. But yeah, all those elements are just so significant and so important. Tahnee: (01:00:36) I think that's what I really enjoyed about your book was yeah, I guess I had read a lot of postpartum books and they're either a lot of theory, which is really great, or they're sort of... But it's almost yeah, it's written by women who know it, who've been through it. And I think the things you've chosen and highlighted are really, like belly binding, those kinds of things, they're really accessible. Abhyanga postpartum, really accessible. These are all things that you don't need to spend a lot of money on. You can tend to yourself or have someone tend to you easily at home. Yeah. I'm really happy for you guys. Tahlia Mynott: (01:01:13) Thanks, darling. Hopefully, all those things are really simple too. That was a really important... along with the recipes. All of it, you can go into so much detail in all these areas and aspects of everything we talked about today, but I don't actually like to do that. I don't like going into such detail because I sometimes believe you're speaking to the minority when you go into all that and it can be a little bit overwhelming. Tahlia Mynott: (01:01:37) So I like to take it back to what's really, really simple, and that's a lot of the basis of the book too. I hope that all these things are accessible and simple because the last thing we want to do is overwhelm any woman with these tools and practises and food. Tahnee: (01:01:53) Yeah. No, I definitely feel that. It's in depth, but it's an easy read. It's digestible. It's not, like you were saying before we got on this call, often you get a postpartum book and it's like, "Wow, that all looks amazing, but I'm not going to do any of it." I'm sitting here with a baby and I can't move for the next two hours. Tahlia Mynott: (01:02:16) Totally. Tahnee: (01:02:17) Yeah. Gotta keep it realistic, I think. Yeah. So, where can people get a copy of this? Because you guys self-publish, which is awesome and the way of the future for someone who's from publishing. Tahlia Mynott: (01:02:28) Which is quite a journey in itself, which you obviously know, but an incredible one. We learn a lot of lessons on the way. We're still learning all the time. But you can purchase it via our website, which is www.nourishingthosewhonurture.com. We've had such an overwhelming amount of support, which has been absolutely beautiful, so we've actually had a few wholesalers take us on. Yeah, which is incredible. Tahlia Mynott: (01:02:58) We actually haven't reached out to anyone because we've just been overwhelmed by all the support we're getting. There's a few fertility practitioners and actually TCM practitioners and a few other places you might see us, but mainly via our website at this point. Tahnee: (01:03:15) Yeah. That's so great. And you guys are on social media. I'll link to all of your different platforms, but, so your work, if people want to talk to you about your nutrition work, that's through Luna Holistic, yeah? Tahlia Mynott: (01:03:27) Yeah. That's @lunaholisticnutrition. I've actually in my bio got all my other little avenues in there as well, so you can link to me through all those spots. Yeah. Tahnee: (01:03:38) Okay, awesome. Yeah. Well, I think we're going to have Caitlin on the podcast as well because- Tahlia Mynott: (01:03:42) Amazing. Tahnee: (01:03:42) ... she's got her own crazy journey to share. Tahlia Mynott: (01:03:45) And she is so incredible, Caitlin, who I co-authored it with. She's just, you know those women who
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In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is Dr Vaishali Shukla, an Ayurvedic physician who specializes in menstrual health, gut health and fertility problems. This episode discusses the low awareness around dysmenorrhea, normalisation of menstrual cramps, and risks associated with this. It also shares information on how to deal with period pain, and regain menstrual health with Ayurveda. The topics discussed in this episode are: Lack of awareness about dysmenorrhea and normalisation of period pain Understanding the causes of dysmenorrhea Identifying the type of dysmenorrhea The inefficacy of pain killers Ayurvedic management of dysmenorrhea You can reach Dr Vaishali Shukla at Website: http://vedamrithealth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedamrit_/?hl=en For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link - Ayurvedic Consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you'll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.
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In this episode of Michelle's series on pelvic health Lindsey Kaupp, Occupational Therapist explains what painful sex is, what can be done to alleviate or change that, and what is normal versus common and what that difference really is. Together they stress why creating psychological safety is the very first step of addressing painful sex. Lindsey shares red flags to look for that alert someone when to seek out the help of a pelvic floor therapist. "So my very first step, it doesn't matter what client I'm working with, any of the conditions or if it is just a single or a couple of isolated incidents of painful sex, we talk about psychological safety. Until we have psychological safety, we do not have the opportunity to go further. Because our brain is going to still perceive a threat."—Lindsey Kaupp Medical Terms:Dyspareunia is the term for recurring pain in the genital area or within the pelvis during sexual intercourse. The pain can be sharp or intense. It can occur before, during, or after sexual intercourse.Endometriosis is an often painful disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus — the endometrium — grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves the ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining the pelvis.Adenomyosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue exists within and grows into the uterine wall. It occurs most often late in the childbearing years and typically disappears after menopause. Sometimes, adenomyosis may cause heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, severe cramping, pain during intercourse, or blood clots that pass during a period.Vulvodynia is chronic, unexplained pain in the area around the opening of the vagina. It can be so uncomfortable that some activities can feel unbearable, such as sitting for long periods of time or having sex.Vestibulodynia refers to pain in the entrance of the vagina, known as the vestibule. This is the area where the outside portion of a woman's genitals (the vulva) meets the internal portion (the vagina). The vestibule contains glands that provide vaginal lubrication during sexual arousal. For a woman with generalized vestibulodynia, the pain is constant. A woman with provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) has pain when the area is touched. This may occur when she inserts a tampon, has a pelvic exam with her gynecologist, or engages in sexual activity. Pain intensity and type can vary from woman to woman. The area may be sore or tender when touched. There might be a sharp or burning pain. Some women are able to have intercourse. For others, the pain is too severe.Vaginismus is a condition involving a muscle spasm in the pelvic floor muscles. It can make it painful, difficult, or impossible to have sexual intercourse, to undergo a gynecological exam, and to insert a tampon.Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition causing bladder pressure, bladder pain, and sometimes pelvic pain. The pain ranges from mild discomfort to severe pain. The condition is a part of a spectrum of diseases known as painful bladder syndrome. Resources:https://www.nva.org/what-is-vulvodynia/ Books: "Better Sex through Mindfulness" by Lori Brotto"Come as You Are" by Emily Nagoski, PhD "Reviving Your Sex Life After Childbirth" by Kathe WallaceProducts:YESOlive & BeeGood Clean LoveOHNUT About Lindsey Kaupp: Lindsey Kaupp is a registered occupational therapist residing in Alberta, Canada. As an Occupational Therapist, she can address the vast majority of the factors that impact a person's pelvic health and daily life, such as physical function, psychological factors, and environmental influences, which enables a truly holistic and individual approach.Lindsey's journey in women's health has come about in a non-conventional way, through her lived experience with pelvic health dysfunction, and her unexpected career in mental health. She is an anatomy and movement geek at heart, so employment in mental health was never a goal of hers, until it happened. Her years working in mental health has been the most rewarding time of her career thus far and has prepared her to work with women from all walks of life, with all different issues and solutions.E-Motion Therapy was created out of her recognition of a gap, not only regarding women's health services in rural Alberta, but within women's health services themselves. As an occupational therapist, she can address the vast majority of the factors that impact a woman's pelvic health and daily life, such as physical function, psychological factors and environmental influences, which enables a truly holistic and individual approach. Lindsey is comfortable asking the hard questions around topics that we are working hard to de-stigmatize such as sexual function or maternal mental health. Connect with Lindsey Kaupp: Website: https://e-motiontherapy.com/Email: lindsey@e-motiontherapy.comFacebook: E-Motion TherapyInstagram: @motherfunction.ca, @emotiontherapy Connect with Michelle Smith:Website: BirthEaseServices.comFacebook: Birth Ease, The Birth Ease Podcast, Birth Ease Baby Loss SupportInstagram: @birtheasemichellesmith, @birtheaselossssupportYouTube: Birth EaseLinkedIn: Birth Ease Michelle SmithShow: Birth Ease
In this episode of Michelle's series on pelvic health, Lindsey Kaupp, OT shares the whole person approach that a pelvic health occupational therapist takes. Together they discuss stigmas that surround mental health, pain, sex, and pelvic health, as well as the documented correlation between depression &/or anxiety and pelvic floor function. Lindsey explains the five functions of the pelvic floor, how the pelvic floor is a factor in lower back pain, and the impacts of chronic pelvic pain, especially as it impacts our ability to function as a mother. They stress the importance of making certain to replenish and nourish yourself as a parent. "In my opinion, if your menstrual cramps are enough that you're taking more than 1 Tylenol or a small piece of medication, even that, we need to look at ‘why is that?'. That is not normal, it's common. So some cramping is okay, but past that, we want to really look at this is really impacting your life."—Lindsey KauppAbout Lindsey Kaupp: Lindsey Kaupp is a registered occupational therapist residing in Alberta, Canada. As an Occupational Therapist, she can address the vast majority of the factors that impact a person's pelvic health and daily life, such as physical function, psychological factors, and environmental influences, which enables a truly holistic and individual approach.Lindsey's journey in women's health has come about in a non-conventional way, through her lived experience with pelvic health dysfunction, and her unexpected career in mental health. She is an anatomy and movement geek at heart, so employment in mental health was never a goal of hers, until it happened. Her years working in mental health has been the most rewarding time of her career thus far and has prepared her to work with women from all walks of life, with all different issues and solutions.E-Motion Therapy was created out of her recognition of a gap, not only regarding women's health services in rural Alberta, but within women's health services themselves. Lindsey is comfortable asking the hard questions around topics that we are working hard to de-stigmatize such as sexual function or maternal mental health. Connect with Lindsey Kaupp: Website: https://e-motiontherapy.com/Email: lindsey@e-motiontherapy.comFacebook: E-Motion TherapyInstagram: @motherfunction.ca, @emotiontherapy Connect with Michelle Smith:Website: BirthEaseServices.comFacebook: Birth Ease, The Birth Ease Podcast, Birth Ease Baby Loss SupportInstagram: @birtheasemichellesmith, @birtheaselossssupportYouTube: Birth EaseLinkedIn: Birth Ease Michelle Smith
Pain during menstrual period is one of the commonest reported menstrual disorder. More than 50 % women who menstruate have some kind of pain during menstruation. So why do we get pain during our period and what can be done about it ? Here is some information which will help you understand Dysmenorrhea,
On today's show, we have Valerie on to discuss her experience with Dysmenorrhea, Flat Feet, and accommodations within the education system.
Primary dysmenorrhea (PD) is a very common gynecological disorder affecting 84.1% of women during childbearing age. The most common symptoms of PD include lower abdominal pain that can radiate to both thighs and/or to the low back. Other symptoms include tiredness, headache, nausea, constipation, and diarrhea. The condition precedes menstruation (in the absence of any organic pathology) and lasts approximately 48-72 hours. Primary dysmenorrhea is the most common reason for absenteeism from work or school, thus interfering with quality of daily life, which is associated with many direct and indirect costs. There have been MANY proposed interventions for PD reported in the scientific literature. Most common are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and oral contraceptives, as both work similarly—they affect the cause of pelvic pain, which is reportedly mediated by the hormone-like fatty acid called prostaglandin factor 2x. However, both approaches carry negative side effects such as bleeding in the gut and hormone issues such as bloating and edema, respectively. Thus, the demand for new and alternative approaches with less associated risks has increased. Spinal manipulative (SM) techniques for PD has been previously studied and proven to have positive benefits on pain perception and menstrual cramps, as well as affecting plasma (blood) levels of some chemical pain mediators. However, there appears to be a lack of agreement on where spinal manipulation should be applied. One study recommended that SM should be applied to the lumbosacral region (L5-S1) for symptom reduction in dysmenorrhea. A more recent study found that “global pelvic manipulation” (GPM) performed on both sides of the pelvis to mobilize the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) and L5-S1 facet joint resulted in improvements related to low back pain and pressure pain thresholds in the SIJ, with a significant increase in serotonin. Doctors of chiropractic specialize in the use of spinal manipulation therapy and are trained in many different techniques of lumbo-pelvic manipulation. For those struggling with PD, including a chiropractor as a member in your healthcare “team” makes perfect sense! www.PainReliefChiroOnline.com
Painful menstruation, otherwise known as dysmenorrhea, is a very common medical issue impacting women and young girls throughout their reproductive years. Today, we will be conversing with Dr. Kostov, a family practitioner in Edmonton, about the types of dysmenorrhea that exist, as well as what can be done to reduce pain and improve quality of life for women with this condition. We will also provide an overview of endometriosis, defined as the presence and growth of the uterine lining outside the uterus. Endometriosis can cause heavy, painful periods, as well as infertility and other medical complications. Dr. Kostov will outline how endometriosis is diagnosed, how it is managed, and special considerations to keep in mind (ex. pregnancy). Resources: My Health Alberta - Dysmenorrhea: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/Pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=stp1892& My Health Alberta - Menstrual Cramps: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=mencr My Health Alberta - Endometriosis: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=hw102998 Canadian Women's Health Network - Endometriosis: http://www.cwhn.ca/en/node/40779 Summary Sheet: EndometriosisandDysmenorrheaSummarySheet.html
Today on the show I'm giving you the science and the support to manage your period pain. What we discussed in this episode: What causes menstrual cramps and painful periods Nutrition tips for reducing pain associated with your period Why magnesium and omega-3's are some of the best supplements for managing period pain The benefits of movement and exercise & how your period products might be contributing to cramps The Goods:Full Shownotes Book Now Subscribe to The Superwoman Code Email List Follow @drashleymargeson on Instagram Special Thanks ToProduction: Ben Connolly Supported by Cornerstone Naturopathic Inc
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Dr. Bridget Ross is a Toronto-based Naturopathic Doctor who is passionate about helping her patients achieve, what she refers to as, 'deeper healing.' In her work with women, men & children alike. She offers a space to explore what is truly behind any symptom or feeling on a mental, emotional, physical & spiritual level. Her greatest intention is for her patients to deeply connect & know themselves. In doing this, her patients are left feeling empowered with the tools to heal themselves. In today's episode, we will explore what deeper healing truly means and how one's emotions and feelings may be communicating through premenstrual symptoms (PMS) or period pain (dysmenorrhea). Dr. Bridget describes her top physical and emotional tips to support your body holistically reducing debilitating period pain by getting to the root cause - emotions! Topics discussed in today's episode: (3:48) Dr. Bridget's background and mission (7:55) What is Dysmenorrhea and is it normal? (11:27) Dysmenorrhea and its mental-emotional connection. Validations of physical symptoms and how to transition to identifying the deeper emotion, energetic or spiritual connection (12:50) Cramping and emotions (12:57) Getting curious about what you are actually feeling in your body (14:12) Strategies to identify the root “word” emotion behind your dysmenorrhea (16:25) What resists persists and what happens when you push emotions deeper instead of addressing them (17:34) The value of rest and your period pain (18:19) Feeling "raw" when your period starts (20:06) How the body uses time of flow to release some emotions (20:28) Next steps to process emotions as they come up from journaling (23:22) What can you expect to see in the next cycle once you have done the work (23: 58) The science behind Psychoneuoloimmunology (PNI) and how emotions affect the psychology (25:51) Dr. Bridget's top Physical tips for supporting dysmenorrhea (30:08) Emotional strategies for supporting dysmenorrhea Connect with Dr. Bridget Ross, ND Website: www.bridgetrossnd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bridgetrossnd/ Instagram: @bridgetrossnd Connect with host: Dr. Antoinette Falco, ND Website: www.antoinettefalco.com Instagram: @drantoinettefalco Please send all inquiries and suggestions, including topics you'd like to see covered on the podcast to thehormoneheartbeatpodcast@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the show and you think you'd be a good fit, please reach out!
Dysmenorrhea is the most common gyencologic complaint in adolescent females, affecting more than half of this population. Julie Strickland, MD, Section Chief of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology at Children's Mercy, discusses causes, diagnoses and treatment of this painful condition.
After sharing a case study I review differentiation and treatment of Irregular Menstruation, Dysmenorrhea, Amenorrhea and Uterine Bleeding. The Strength of TCM Workbook, along with digital downloads, study charts and practice support are all available at kentonsefcik.com Track by Enigma Beats: https://enigmabeats.bandcamp.com/track/kumoi-jishi
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