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If you would like more information about the resources Mona provides through Neurodiverse Love you can check out her website at neurodiverselove.com——————————————————————————During this session from the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference Nicole Knowlton, MA, MDR, JD   shares information about neurodiverse mediation. Neurodiverse Mediation focuses on resolving conflicts involving neurodivergent individuals, such as those who are autistic, or have ADHD, PTSD or a combination. It addresses challenges like communication differences, emotional dysregulation, and sensory needs, particularly in divorce, parenting, and estate disputes. Specialized mediators help create customized solutions and ensure fairness while managing the unique difficulties neurodivergent people face under stress. An additional part of understanding neurodivergence vulnerabilities includes a closer look at hormonal changes related to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Premenstrual Dysphoria Disorder (PMDD), and menopause. These changes may have a significant impact on emotional regulation, medication efficacy, and relationship dynamics. By understanding these factors, mediators can foster more compassionate and effective conflict resolution. Nicole would describe herself as a neurodivergent specialist. She has personal and family experience with autism, ADHD, PTSD and PMDD. Her education and training includes a focus on ASD and ADHD assessments, marriage and family therapy, family law, and conflict resolution among neurodivergent individuals, couples and families. Personally, she was diagnosed with ASD and ADHD late in life. It was thanks to her children that she obtained the correct diagnosis. Nicole is divorced after a 13-year neurodiverse relationship and was initially drawn into this area to do her part to spread awareness, help identify other untreated or undiagnosed autistics, and help families and couples separate with a long-term plan of success. Nicole had a very messy divorce and if she had the right information, everyone would have suffered so much less. She is so grateful when families opt to mediate divorce when there are children involved. You can contact Nicole at the link below:NICOLE KNOWLTON | Neurodiverse Couples

Why do so many women feel anxious, tired, or off balance at certain times of the month? In this episode, Angela and Dr. Sarah Hill explore how changes in estrogen and progesterone affect mood, focus, and energy, and what happens when stress, inflammation, or birth control disrupt that rhythm. You'll learn how hormones influence sleep, stress response, and emotional well-being, how to identify if you're not ovulating regularly, and how to support your hormones naturally. If you've ever wondered, “Why do I feel different at different times in my cycle?” - this episode gives you the answers. What You'll Learn: • What progesterone really does • Why anxiety increases before your period or in perimenopause • How stress and inflammation affect your hormones • Why many women don't ovulate every month • The link between birth control, alcohol cravings, and mood • Progesterone vs. synthetic progestins • Why teens and women in perimenopause experience similar symptoms • Why women's health research needs to change • How to track your cycle and hormones TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro & Why Hormones Drive How Women Feel 03:00 – The Menstrual Cycle Explained 08:00 – How Progesterone Calms the Brain 12:00 – PMS, PMDD & Hormonal Sensitivity 17:00 – Inflammation, Stress & Hormonal Resilience 23:00 – Lifestyle Shifts that Restore Balance 33:00 – Long Cycles, Bleeding & Birth Control 36:00 – PCOS, Mental Health & Progesterone 43:00 – Progestins vs. Progesterone 47:00 – Alcohol, GABA & Stress Relief 49:00 – Supporting Hormones in Perimenopause 50:00 – Teenage Hormonal Turbulence 57:00 – Investigating Cycle Issues 1:00:00 – Why Science Still Gets Women Wrong 1:08:00 – Hormones, Training & Recovery WATCH my previous interview with Dr. Sarah Hill through this link: https://youtu.be/z9sfph-9_MA VALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: - Defender Shield - http://defendershield.com/ANGELA⁠ | Use the code ANGELA at checkout for an exclusive 10% off - Supercharge your energy and upgrade your mitochondria with Mitopure - http://timeline.com/angela | Enter code ANGELA to save 10% - Quantum Upgrade - http://quantumupgrade.io/ | Use code ANGELA15 to get your 15 day free trial. No credit card required ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Sarah E. Hill is an award-winning researcher, professor, and author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control. Her new book, The Period Brain, is due out in September. - Website: http://www.sarahehill.com/ - This Is Your Brain on Birth Control: https://a.co/d/4UkgnQg - The Period Brain: https://www.sarahehill.com/books/the-period-brain/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahehillphd2 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahehillphd/ - Twitter: https://x.com/sarahehillphd ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is a Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, and host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former corporate lawyer turned biohacker, Angela helps women optimize energy, hormones, and longevity through her BioSyncing® framework. DISCLAIMER The High Performance Health Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or coaching advice. Always seek guidance from your healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media - https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

What if PMDD isn't a life sentence — but an invitation to know yourself more deeply?In this powerful episode, I sit down with Brianna Viegas, PMDD coach and graduate of Lisa de Jong's Menstrual Cycle Awareness program, to talk about what life looks like after PMDD.We unpack:Why “PMDD is incurable” is one of the most damaging myths out thereHow to shift from managing symptoms to living symptom-freePartnering with your body instead of trying to fix itNavigating motherhood, relationships, and identity through the lens of cyclical awarenessThe beauty of repair, regulation, and real self-trustBrianna shares her personal evolution from survival to sovereignty — and what it really means to live in rhythm with your body beyond diagnosis.To get in touch with Briana:https://brianavillegas.comhttps://brianavillegas.com/holidaybundleInsta: @brianavillegascoaching---The Cycle Codes:Instagram: @thecyclecodes

It's the FOURTH annual ADHDAF Day TODAY! Where we break the internet with leopard print to get the world to hear us roar in ADHD Awareness Month. Please join me online to unite as the Leopard Print Army TODAY and let's show them what a social media trend actually is, because ADHD most definitely is not. ADHD IS REAL! This very special episode on our very special day features some of the many guests I've been lucky enough to chat to since 2022 to help show the many faces of ADHD, the theme for ADHD Awareness Month 2025. Enormous thanks to guests: ADHD Love's Rox & Rich, Adulting ADHD: Rach Idowu, Tanya Bardsley, Lu in Lu Land, Kate Moreyouseff, Sarah Templeton, ADHD Adults: Mrs AuDHD & Dr James Brown, Catherine Milan, Lucy of Lucy & Yak, Amy Polly, ADHD Untangled's Rosie Turner, Nicole Nadler, Libby of Topple & Burn, Hana Walker-Brown, Meghann Birks Coaching, Nicole Nadler, to Darren, Claire and all involved in the Big ADHD Fundraiser, to the incredible team behind ADHDAF+ and TO YOU ALL FOR LISTENING which inspired the creation of ADHDAF+ Charity! HERE'S all the details to get involved with ADHDAF DAY TODAY: Friday 24th October 2025: LEOPARD PRINT ARMY ASSEMBLE! TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing, loud laughter and mentions of sensitive topics including; grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and work struggles, PMDD, Cancer. mental health struggles, suicide, addiction, self harm, eating disorders, If you are struggling, lo siento. Please reach out for help⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠- Read the new ADHDAF+ Charity Blog⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠- Register Interest in ADHDAF+ Charity's FREE Peer Support Groups to get email reminders ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠- Apply to Volunteer to start your own local ADHDAF+ Support Group, Volunteer your time or become an Ambassador ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ If you would like to join the Patreon Community of ADHDAF Podcast listeners to lean on and learn from literally like-minded legends for invaluable Peer support you can do so ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠You can follow all things ADHDAF on Socials:⁠⁠⁠@adhdafpodcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@adhdafplus⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@adhdafemporium⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@lauraisadhdaf⁠⁠⁠Thank you SO MUCH for listening! I'd be so grateful if you would please WEAR LEOPARD PRINT ONLINE TODAY to raise ADHD Awareness and signpost to support from ADHDAF+ Charity.⁠⁠⁠Laura⁠⁠⁠ x

Voel jij je de ene week energiek en helder en de volgende week juist uitgeput of overprikkeld? Dat is niet vreemd, dat is je hormonale cyclus. In deze aflevering vertel ik hoe een normale cyclus werkt, wat stress en burnout met je hormonen doen en waarom je herstel soms voelt als een terugval, vooral in de week voor je menstruatie.Ik neem je mee langs de vier seizoenen van de cyclus en geef praktische tips om meer met die natuurlijke flow te leven. Ook komt voeding per fase aan bod, net als de peri-menopauze, PMDD en waarom het zo belangrijk is om je eigen lichaam beter te leren kennen.Volg je me al op instagram? : https://www.instagram.com/evelienaarten/

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokWhat if the biggest fights in your PMDD relationship aren't about love at all, but about invisible rules no one agreed to? We dig into the quiet power of expectations—how they form, why they go unmet, and how to rebuild them so both partners feel seen and safe. From childhood habits of pretending to adult patterns of painting red flags green, we trace how fantasy keeps resentment alive and then replace it with a practical plan for clarity and connection.I share the season of stepping back from dating, traveling for reflection, and designing a life that actually lights me up. That shift didn't erase PMDD, but it softened symptoms and cut stress, which changed everything at home. We talk about aligning expectations with who you both truly are—free spirit or homebody, planner or improviser—so you stop negotiating with reality. You'll learn daily capacity check-ins, how to turn unspoken “ifs” into clear requests, and why mind reading is the fastest route to bitterness.We also challenge common myths: your partner can't fix PMDD, emotional consistency won't be identical every week, and recovery after bleeding isn't instant. Instead, we build small, sustainable rituals of care and repair: asking what's needed today, naming limits without shame, and letting intimacy ebb and flow without making it mean rejection. If you're ready to replace emotional landmines with agreements that hold steady across the cycle, this conversation is your roadmap.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it today, and leave a quick review so more PMDD couples can find these tools. Your words help others feel less alone.

Ketaminbehandling har de siste årene blitt omtalt som et gjennombrudd i behandlingen av depresjon – men også som et kontroversielt eksperiment. Hva er egentlig ketaminbehandling? Hvordan virker det, hvem hjelper den for, og hvorfor har det vært så omdiskutert?Frida prøvde selv ketaminbehandling i mai og september, og opplever at det har hjulpet på hennes PMDD-symptomer. I denne episoden snakker hun med lege og forsker Andreas Wahl Blomkvist om hva forskningen faktisk viser – og hvordan man i dag kan få tilgang til ketaminbehandling gjennom det offentlige helsevesenet. Vi snakker også om kjønnsforskjeller i effekt, og om syklus har noen påvirkning.Har du noen spørsmål om kvinnehelse som du trenger svar på? Send det til Frida på epost: hei@fridamarie.noDet er helt nydelig om du spiller det inn som et lydklipp, så vi kan ta det med i podden!Ønsker du å samarbeide med denne podcasten? Ta kontakt med kristin@snakk.as Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you heard of LDN or Low Dose Naltrexone? It's gaining popularity after several studies revealed its support for reproductive health issues like PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, and infertility. Today's episode with NaProTechnology trained nurse midwife, Ashley Jensen, discusses what it is, why it's effective, how it works, and whether you should ask your doctor about it for your own use. She also discusses common side effects, other benefits outside of the reproductive realm, and other options you can try before LDN or other medications. This episode discusses: what LDN ishow LDN works and what makes it effective who it may benefit the most what conditions it affects (reproductive and other) possible side effects and considerationsalternatives to LDN useNOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences, but does reference PTSD.GUEST BIO: Ashley J. Jensen, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife who specializes in restorative reproductive medicine to support women experiencing infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and a wide range of women's health concerns, without the use of artificial hormones. She has advanced training in NaProTechnology, FEMM, and Chart Neo, and is passionate about providing holistic, root-cause-based care for conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), natural family planning, and menopause. Ashley is currently part of the women's health team at the University of Utah. To learn more or view her profile, visit https://healthcare.utah.edu/find-a-doctor/ashley-jensen.HELPFUL LINKS:Ep. 117: Client Story - Ashley (Overcoming PMDD)Ep. 10: Endometriosis 101Dr. Phil Boyle talking about PMS and LDN on YouTubeSend us a textSupport the showOther great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care: Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here! Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates! Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertility Watch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful! This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any represe...

Okay, I'm back! It's been awhile, hasn't it?! But I'm so thankful for the time and space to recalibrate and focus on what God is wanting me to share with you! As you can see, some changes have occurred! I speak more into this in the episode, so have a listen!  I'm so excited about this shift! And so excited to really, fully jump into the topic and struggle of PMDD from a Biblical, faith-based, natural and evidence-based perspective! I think it's needed.  So let's jump back into it! I hope you can come along for the journey! Lots of love, Lauren (sorry for the poor audio quality of this episode... I usually do it on my computer with a mic, but it's been so long, my program wasn't working.. so I just hopped onto my phone! Imperfect action! :D) -------------------------------------------------------------------- Get The PMDD Roadmap: A faith-filled guide to understanding PMDD and helping you  move from chaos -> clarity -> healing. (www.laurencollins.co/pmddroadmap) . Need some quick help with regulating during a PMDD spiral? Grab the PMDD Emergency Kit for emotional, physical and spiritual grounding strategies when you're in over your head with PMDD. (www.laurencollins.co) . Follow me on Instagram @laurencollins.co . If you're interested in sharing your story on PMDD Redeemed, send me a message on IG and we'll be in touch! (@laurencollins.co) . Share this podcast with your friends and subscribe for new episodes (will be coming out on Thursday's from now on!)

⚠️ Content warning: This episode contains a brief discussion of suicidal ideation at 17mins.

Hevige krampen, hele dagen in bed liggen, depressieve gedachten, soms tot suïcidaliteit aan toe. Dat is de realiteit van vrouwen die lijden aan Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, kortweg PMDD. Zo'n één op de twintig vrouwen heeft last van deze hormonale aandoening, maar door gebrek aan kennis duurt een gemiddelde diagnose maar liefst twaalf jaar. Hoe is het om hiermee te leven, en wat dit betekent voor je carrière? Hans van der Steeg gaat erover in gesprek met - Alice Groen, PMDD-patiënt en vrijwilliger 'werk en inclusie' voor Stichting PMDD - Maaike Traas, gynaecoloog bij Gelre Ziekenhuizen in Apeldoorn

In this week's episode of Live Well Bipolar, Paris welcomes Ashley Dutta, an artist, writer and mother with 15 years of experience in foreign policy, communications and technology, most recently at Microsoft. Ashley shares her story of living with bipolar II, ADHD, PMDD, and anxiety. She discusses her late diagnosis at the age of 41 and the implications it had on her life, career, and self-identity. After being impacted by severe burnout, Ashley also shares how she managed her mental health having experiences working in high-stress environments. The conversation delves into her coping strategies, her creative pursuits and her journey towards self-compassion. Ashley emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness, community support and finding joy through creative expression.Connect with Ashley here! Learn how to support the one you love who lives with bipolar here! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:02 Ashley's Initial Experience with Bipolar03:01 Late Diagnosis and Initial Reactions04:57 Living with Bipolar: Highs and Lows06:40 Hypomania and Its Impact10:03 Seeking Help and Diagnosis15:17 Post-Diagnosis Reflections and Research16:50 Navigating Misdiagnosis and Career Challenges17:42 Struggles and Support in the Workplace21:00 Transitioning to a New Career Path24:51 Embracing Creativity and Wellness29:33 Reflections on Diagnosis and Self-Compassion32:05 Living Well with Bipolar34:30 Conclusion and Staying Connected

Continuing with the theme of ADHD Awareness Month '25 and the focus for ADHDAF+ Charity's FREE ADHD Support Groups, these are some of the Many Faces behind all aspects of ADHDAF....ENORMOUS THANKS TO: Jon, Olivia, Lynsey, Yas, Kim, Claire, Beth, Gill, all memers of the Patreon Community and Charity: WE MADE ADHDAF+ Charity happen!*Find out more about the 4th annual ADHDAF DAY ⁠HERE⁠* Grab an ADHDAF+ Fundraiser ADHD Awareness Ribbon Pin ⁠HERE⁠TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing, loud laughter and mentions of sensitive topics including; grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and work struggles, PMDD, Cancer. If you are struggling, lo siento. Please reach out for help⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠As mentioned in this episode you can:- Read the new ADHDAF+ Charity Blog⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠- Register Interest in ADHDAF+ Charity's FREE Peer Support Groups to get email reminders ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠- Apply to Volunteer to start your own local ADHDAF+ Support Group, Volunteer your time or become an Ambassador ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ - Check out the amazing breast cancer charity Coppafeel ⁠HERE⁠If you would like to join the Patreon Community of ADHDAF Podcast listeners to lean on and learn from literally like-minded legends for invaluable Peer support you can do so ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠Though the work of ADHDAF Podcast led to the creation of ADHDAF+ Charity, and helps to promote and fundraise for the charity; all things ADHDAF are entirely separate entities.You can follow all things ADHDAF on Socials:⁠⁠@adhdafpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@adhdafplus⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@adhdafemporium⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@lauraisadhdaf⁠⁠Thank you SO MUCH for listening! I'd be so grateful if you would please comment/review/share to help me get the word out and to help others feel validated and find support!⁠⁠Laura⁠⁠ xLEOPARD PRINT ARMY!

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokWhen tempers flare and logic vanishes, shouting louder rarely gets you heard. We unpack a practical path out of PMDD rage—how to ground first, protect the connection, and come back to the conversation with clarity and care. You'll hear why “calm down” backfires, what actually signals safety to a triggered brain, and how to build a personal reset plan that both partners understand and respect.We walk through concrete tools: movement that pulls you out of rumination, noise boundaries for misophonia, the surprising power of decluttering a small space, and music choices that lift you instead of fueling anger. We also talk algorithm hygiene—curating your feed when you're vulnerable so it doesn't steer you toward breakup narratives you don't truly want. If taking space helps, we show you how to do it without stonewalling: say where you're going, when you'll be back, and how you'll re-engage. Those simple signals keep attachment safe while your nervous system resets.Emotional maturity is the throughline. Regulate before you relate. Study your partner's grounding blueprint as closely as your own—maybe they need a walk, a journal, or a quick call with a trusted friend or therapist before they can talk productively. We explore how old wounds can distort current conflicts, and how to reframe, re-enter, and repair with steadier minds. The goal isn't perfection; it's a shared protocol: observe what works, confirm it together, respect it in the moment. If you're ready to trade looping fights for intentional repair, this conversation offers steps you can use tonight.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review—your feedback helps more couples find tools that heal.

Curious about how your hormones influence your mood, libido, and relationships? Dr. Sarah Hill, a leading evolutionary psychologist, is here to unravel the mysteries of women's hormonal cycles and their profound impact on emotional and sexual well-being. Are you ready to challenge the conventional wisdom around PMS and PMDD? Ever wondered why your sexual desire seems to fluctuate throughout the month? Dr. Hill delves into the natural ebb and flow of women's libido and how understanding these cycles can enhance intimacy. Can knowing more about your hormones improve your relationship dynamics? What's the real deal with hormonal birth control? Dr. Hill offers a balanced view of its benefits and drawbacks, from mood swings to partner preferences. Are you sure you're making informed choices about your hormonal health? In this episode, we uncover: How hormonal cycles affect women's psychological and physical well-being. Why PMS and PMDD are often misunderstood and mismanaged. How understanding sexual desire cycles can improve relationship dynamics. The impact of hormonal birth control on mood and partner preferences. Why maintaining hormonal balance is crucial for overall health. Tune in to discover the hidden truths about women's hormonal health and relationships. Let Dr. Hill guide you through embracing hormonal balance and self-compassion as you understand the period brain!     Sponsors Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/HORMONE20 use coupon HORMONE20 and get 20% off your order. Vitali Skin Care vitaliskincare.com/?ref=KM20 Coupon KM20 to get 20% off your order of Vitali Skin Care!     Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.   Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs  Peptide Therapy for weight loss    Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.   Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!   To our nursing audience members, our podcasts qualify for nursing CE @ RNegade.pro. Provide # CEP17654.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

Dr. Shau-Ming Wei (National Institute of Mental Health, Bethesda, MD) joins AJP Audio to discuss a replication study looking at impact of hormone addback to a hormone suppression regimen for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Afterwards, AJP Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ned Kalin discusses the rest of the October issue of the Journal.  00:34   Wei interview 02:59   PMDD 04:22   Up and downsides of hormone suppression 05:52   Hormone addback 07:15   Limitations of the current study 08:38   Further research 10:42   Kalin interview 10:58   Wei et al. 15:25   Sanacora et al. 20:07   Whittle et al. 23:06   Cooper et al. Transcript Be sure to let your colleagues know about the podcast, and please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to it. Subscribe to the podcast here. Listen to other podcasts produced by the American Psychiatric Association. Browse articles online. How authors may submit their work. Follow the journals of APA Publishing on Twitter. E-mail us at ajp@psych.org

Canada is facing a women's health crisis: three in four women over 40 experience menopausal symptoms that disrupt their daily lives — yet access to care is inconsistent, fragmented, and often out of reach.In this episode of The Brand is Female, highlighting Menopause Awareness Month, Eva Hartling speaks with Dr. Michelle Jacobson, a leading OBGYN who decided to take her expertise beyond the clinic and into entrepreneurship. As co-founder of Coven Women's Health, she is transforming how women access hormonal health support in Ontario with a virtual platform offering expert, continuous, and personalized care.Dr. Jacobson is joined by her co-founder and CEO, Jennifer Patterson — a seasoned business builder with experience at Google and TD, who, after her own frustrating experience of feeling unwell, became passionate about making women's health solutions easier to access.Together, they discuss why hormonal health remains stigmatized and overlooked in Canada, what's missing from our current system, and how Coven is reshaping the future of women's healthcare through integrated programs that support women navigating menopause, perimenopause, PCOS, postpartum recovery, PMDD, and more. This season of our podcast is brought to you by TD Canada Women in Enterprise. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Please find out how you can benefit from their support! Visit: TBIF: thebrandisfemale.com // TD Women in Enterprise: td.com/ca/en/business-banking/small-business/women-in-business // Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebrandisfemale

Self-care podcast exploring Signs of PMS Versus PMDD, Root Causes of PMS and PMDD Symptoms & Steps to Beginning to Address and Resolve These Symptoms. TOPICS:: ** Signs of PMS Versus PMDD (07:26). ** Root Causes of PMS and PMDD Symptoms (14:53). ** Steps to Beginning to Address and Resolve These Symptoms (40:24).   NOTES:: Show notes: amberapproved.ca/podcast/610 Leave me a review at amberapproved.ca/review Email me at info@amberapproved.ca Link to Female Hormone Mastery Workshop Waitlist:  https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/female-hormone-mastery-waitlist    Subscribe to newsletter: https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/newsletter-sign-up    SHOW LINKS: Click below to schedule a 30 minute Complimentary Body Freedom Consultation https://amberapproved.ca/body-freedom-consultation/  Take my free Emotional Eating Quiz here: http://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz Listen to Episode 291 about what it's like to work with me here: http://amberapproved.ca/podcast/291/ Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amberromaniuk/    MY PARTNERS: Enjoy a bit of peace and tranquility. Liquid Bliss contains herbs that nourish your nervous system and support your body's feel-good hormones, helping to lift your mood and increase your sense of connection. Hawthorn, cacao and passionflower help make this remedy supportive to your mood. One of the things I've been working on improving is my sleep. Especially with the change in seasons into fall. Sleep is extremely important for many different functions in the body, yet sometimes we can have trouble falling or staying asleep. That's why, I've not only ensured my sleep hygiene practice is supportive, I have a herbal ally that I have by my bedside at night in case I wake up and am having trouble falling back to sleep. And that my friends is WishGarden Herbs Sleepy Nights which includes passionflower, skullcap and hops. It helps calm my system and helps me fall back to sleep if I wake. Crafted for rapid absorption, WishGarden's remedies provide swift and potent benefits that you'll feel in minutes. With no fillers, gums, binders, or sugars, they harness the full strength of botanicals in their purest and most effective form. I add a few pumps of Sleepy Nights to my water and keep it by my bedside. They also have a wide array of other amazing herbal allies to help with mood, women's hormones and MUCH more. Discover the natural power of their legendary blends by visiting WishGardenHerbs.com/NoSugarcoating  or using code NOSUGARCOATING for 20 percent off your order.

Today, I am thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Hill, an award-winning researcher, professor, and leading voice in the field of women's hormones and brain health. She wrote This Is Your Brain on Birth Control and has also authored The Period Brain, which is due to be released this fall. In our conversation, Dr. Hill dispels the myths surrounding bioidentical hormones and shares her view on how women are not biologically disordered, but just ignored by science. We dive into research on how oral contraceptives affect the brain and how the pill creates a dysregulated stress response, particularly in women with histories of adverse childhood experiences. We also explore progesterone through the lens of an evolutionary biologist and neuro-endocrinologist, highlighting its role in supporting GABAergic tone, the key differences between synthetic progestins and natural progesterone, and research on PMS and PMDD, including practical ways to manage those issues. This helpful discussion with Dr. Sarah Hill is a must-listen for women at every stage of life. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why has science ignored women? How oral contraceptives affect the way women perceive the world How early-life trauma impacts the ability to manage stress in adulthood Often-overlooked benefits of progesterone The different ways estrogen and progesterone impact women's ability to build muscle mass from resistance training The positive effects of the GABAergic system in the brain The problem with combined hormone therapy How progesterone gets ignored and villainized, even though it can help women experience better lives How the protective and anti-inflammatory properties of progesterone support brain health and enhance neuroplasticity What the research suggests for women experiencing severe PMS or PMDD Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Sarah Hill On her website Instagram Pre-order a copy of Dr. Hill's new book, The Period Brain: The New Science of Why We PMS and How to Fix It, which will be on sale at the end of September. 

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokHave you been pretending to be okay during your luteal phase just to keep the peace? After returning from two transformative weeks in Tokyo with my 16-year-old daughter, I've had a profound realization about how we sabotage our PMDD relationships without even knowing it.While navigating Tokyo's complex train systems and immersing ourselves in Japanese culture during my luteal phase, I discovered something unexpected - the freedom that comes with authenticity. As I watched my daughter blossom in an environment that aligned with who she truly is, I recognized how many of us hide our true selves in our most intimate relationships.The biggest relationship saboteur? Expecting consistency instead of embracing cyclic reality. When we pressure ourselves or our partners to show up the same way regardless of where we are in our cycle, we create an impossible standard that leads to resentment. During my trip, I practiced openly communicating my needs for rest without guilt or shame, which created deeper connection despite being in my luteal phase.Other relationship destroyers include forcing "normal" communication standards during symptomatic days, holding rigid relationship roles that prevent vulnerability, comparing your relationship to others, and equating PMDD symptoms with your true personality. Each of these patterns creates emotional distance that eventually affects every aspect of your relationship.What truly struck me was realizing how many of us fear showing our authentic selves in every phase of our cycle. If you're only showing your partner the "best version" of yourself, how can they truly love and accept all of you? This fear – whether of abandonment, rejection, or simply not being cared for – prevents the deep connection necessary for relationship satisfaction.Ready to break these patterns and create a sustainable PMDD relationship? Connect with me on Instagram @DrRose_inlovewithPMDD to learn more about my monthly PMDD relationship counseling program, where we create customized strategies to help both partners thrive through every phase of the cycle.

Getting a little personal this week. Living with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)—or ANY chemical imbalance, hormonal sensitivity, or particularly difficult season of life—can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to keeping up with your home. In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to manage your space while living with a recurring shift in your energy and emotional bandwidth. You'll learn: What PMDD is and how it impacts my daily life 5 simple strategies to declutter and tidy your home even during tough PMDD days Mindset shifts that help you give yourself grace while still making progress If you've ever felt like your home gets out of control during your PMDD cycle (or another challenging state), this episode is for you. Paring Down Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@paring_down⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paring Down Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The L.E.S.S. Express⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paring Down Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paring Down YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Ep 71: How Growing Up in a Cult Made Me More Intentional Ep 102: Creating Systems to Be Productive Toward What Matters with Chelsi Jo Ep 94: Practical Advice for Living Intentionally with 7x NYT Bestselling Author, Gretchen Rubin Ep 78: Addressing the Mental Load of Clutter with Dr. Morgan Cutlip Happier Podcast by Gretchen Rubin The Moth Podcast (live true-story storytelling) Modern Love Podcast Little Green Machine ⁠ PARING DOWN RESOURCES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Decluttering Checklist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Gift Request Email Template⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Know Your Why Worksheet ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORS: 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠AquaTru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://airdoctorpro.com/ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code PARING Ethical, luxury women's clothing at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/paring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! 10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ $15/month 5G wireless with Mint Mobile: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.mintmobile.com/paring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 20% off chic, soft closet staples from Splendid:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://splendid.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- use code PARING at checkout For Hers Hair Growth: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.forhers.com/paring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HAVE WE GOT A TREAT FOR YOU...my guest, Charlotte Body impulsively gifts FREE VIP TICKETS to the UK's biggest Women's Health event to all listeners at the end of this episode! Not only is that a fantastic Most ADHD Thing to conclude this informative and wonderful chinwag with the founder of Pause Live, but I'm also very excited that this is my first ever visual podcast on Spotify! EEEK! (only downside is, the new recording platform has cancelled out my cackling - but perhaps that's not such a bad thing?! ) :) Alongside Charlotte's own ADHD 'safari'; discovering her neurodivergence due to perimenopause; we discuss endometriosis, PMDD, internalised mysogyny, Dyslexia, Verbal Dyslexia, and owning who you are to live your best life in midlife... just don't mention Zara! ;) TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing, and mentions of sensitive topics including; grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and work struggles. If you are struggling, lo siento. Please reach out for help HEREAs mentioned in the episode: - GRAB FREE TICKETS HERE (code shared at the end) - Read the new ADHDAF+ Blog HERE- Register Interest in ADHDAF+ Charity's FREE Peer Support Groups to get email reminders HERE- Apply to Volunteer to start your own local ADHDAF+ Support Group, Volunteer your time or become an Ambassador HERE- Shop ADHDAF Emporium HERE to support neurodivergent makers and small businesses, with 10% of profits donated to ADHDAF+ CharityIf you would like to join the Patreon Community of ADHDAF Podcast Listeners you can do so HEREThough the work of ADHDAF Podcast led to the creation of ADHDAF+ Charity, and helps to promote and fundraise for the charity; all things ADHDAF are entirely separate entities.You can follow all things ADHDAF on Socials:@adhdafpodcast @adhdafplus @adhdafemporium @lauraisadhdafI can't wait to be part of the ADHD Workshop at ⁠@pauselive⁠ in London on Sat 4th Oct! Hope to see you there... don't forget to grab those free VIP tickets before Charlotte's team find out and cancel the 'secret code! :) Thank you SO MUCH for listening. I'd love to hear from you! Why not drop me a comment or review or hit those stars and please share to spread the word to help others benefit from this crucial conversation!Laura xLEOPARD PRINT ARMY!Photo taken at the ⁠Heartbreakers Club⁠ finale of Lu in Lu Land's 'Self Love Unleashed Camp '25' - where Charlotte and I met

Author and coach Jen Butler joins me to talk about the wild Venn diagram of midlife: perimenopause, PMDD, motherhood, and the courage to break up with both alcohol and diet culture. Jen shares how cycle tracking helped her spot a clear mid-cycle mood crash, the conversation that led to her PMDD diagnosis, and why taking fluoxetine (Prozac) in her luteal phase lets her feel like herself all month.We get into night sweats, brain fog, strength training by your cycle, communicating with partners and kids, and how seven years alcohol-free opened the door to deeper healing—plus her forthcoming memoir, Mom Rediscovered: My Midlife Breakup with Drinking and Diet Culture. If you've ever wondered whether thriving in this season is possible… this one's for you.We cover:Perimenopause signs & PMDD (and what finally helped)Luteal-phase SSRIs: what it's like on Prozac only half the monthFitness + strength: adjusting weights across your cycleQuitting wine-mom culture & becoming alcohol-freeDitching diet culture for body appreciationParenting through hormones: honesty, safety, and therapyTo connect with Jen: Website: jenbutlerwrites.comInstagram: @jenbutlerwrites---The Cycle Codes:Instagram: @thecyclecodes

Dr. Mindy talks about readers and then she answers questions about allergy medicine, morning tremors, high platelet count, nose ring healing on it's own, vaccines, parasite cleanses, metal detox, gall bladder removal, PMDD, skinny stools, eczema, why does blood pressure need to be at 200, is the BMI chart still used, large fellas, getting a heart scan, substance abuse medications, heartburn, feeling like a sick baby and smelly and hairy cysts. Dr. Mindy - YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this new episode of the Revival Is Now Podcast, Meagan shares a powerful testimony of how her entire life transformed after encountering the power of God at 5F Church. She was bound by mental torment, intrusive thoughts, mental illness, germaphobia, ADD, PMDD, dyslexia, hatred for lights and so much more. Her whole life she was trying to get help, she had been in therapy for 17 years, working hard to get to a livable mental state, but she just kept getting worse. Shortly after becoming saved, she was introduced to 5F Church. She traveled to receive deliverance in September of 2023 and was set free from so much in seconds by God's power! After that deliverance her whole life changed. May this testimony lift your faith to see that no oppression is too big or small for God to remove from your life!   For previous Revival is Now Podcast episodes you can watch here:  From Extreme Mental Torment and Physical Sickness to FREE & Healthy: Autumn's  watch here or listen here.   Set Free from Debilitating Sicknesses, 10+ Medications & Migraines - Ashley's Testimony watch here or listen here.   Freed From Deception Of The Angel Of Light - Blake's Testimony watch here or listen here.   Married Couple Delivered from M@sturbation Addiction Since Childhood watch here or listen here.   Ex-Witch Shares What Hell is Like, Being Possessed by Demons, Blood Oaths & How She Was Set Free watch here or listen here.

Join us for our Histamine and Hormones Training on September 28th!Why do some women feel amazing during certain phases of their cycle while others feel absolutely wrecked?In this episode, I'm joined by Michelle Shapiro, RD, a functional dietitian who works with clients navigating Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and histamine issues. She also lives with MCAS herself, bringing both professional insight and personal experience to the table.Why do histamine flares hit hardest right when hormones shift? Tune in as we break down the menstrual cycle, step by step, and look at how mast cells and histamines interact with rising and falling hormones. The patterns aren't always what you'd expect, and tracking them can change everything about how you handle symptoms.You'll Learn:The role of mast cells in the immune system and why histamine release can trigger so many symptomsThe link between rising estrogen and increased histamine releaseWhy people with histamine issues can have paradoxical hormone symptomsHow long histamines actually stay in your system, and ways to avoid long-term sufferingWhat happens when conditions like POTS and hypermobility overlap with histamine issues during the cyclePractical strategies for tracking cycle patterns to spot histamine-driven flaresThe debate around antihistamines, pregnancy, and de-stigmatizing medication for symptom reliefWhy lowering histamines must come before deeper root-cause work like gut or mineral protocolsThe connection between histamines, mast cells, and endometriosisTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[10:17] How estrogen and histamine interact to trigger symptoms during the menstrual cycle[13:53] How progesterone and luteal phase shifts trigger unexpected symptoms in histamine, POTS, and hypermobility clients[21:47] Tracking cycles and temperatures to spot patterns and histamine flares[25:53] Using antihistamines and other strategies to manage flares and reduce stigma around medication[48:09] Understanding the immune system's role in endometriosis and its connection to histamine and progesteroneListen to Other Hormone Healing Episodes with Michelle:MCAS, POTS, & Hypermobility Part 1 | Listen HereMCAS, POTS, & Hypermobility Part 2 | Listen HereThe Root Cause of Reflux | Listen HereResources Mentioned:Ovia Cycle-tracking App | WebsiteNatural Cycles Fertility Awareness App | WebsiteOura Ring | WebsiteTempdrop Wearable Sensor | WebsiteRead Your Body App | WebsitePodcast with Nina Boyce on Fertility Awareness Method | PodcastFind more from Michelle:Michelle Shapiro RD | InstagramMichelle Shapiro RD | WebsiteMichelle Shapiro Nutrition | YouTubeFind more from Amanda:Hormone Healing RD | InstagramHormone Healing RD | WebsiteHormone Healing RD | FacebookHormone Healing RD | YouTubeHormone Healing RD | TikTok

Today we go deep on matrescence—the (often unnamed) rite of passage from maiden to mother—with maternal mentor and RN Samantha Feast (@themagicofmatrescence). We unpack what matrescence means beyond baby brain and nappies, why your brain and identity truly change, and how to work with cyclical energy (yes, even with little ones) without guilt.We talk postpartum realities, consent and contraception pressure, PMDD threads, village vs. modern life, and the power of capacity (some days 5% is 100%). Samantha shares simple, doable supports: nervous system micro-pauses, food/sleep basics, boundaries, and resourcing—plus her Maternal Mirror Deck and the “Return to Matrescence” initiation.If you've ever wondered “Am I allowed to need this much support?”—this conversation is your permission slip.In this episode:Matrescence 101 (and why it never really ends)Mapping motherhood to your menstrual & lunar cyclesCapacity > perfection: redefining “doing enough”Building your modern village (and paying for help without guilt)Postpartum, identity, and thriving in a world not built for mothers

[TW/CN: this post and episode discuss suicide]One of our most popular guests, Katee Pedicini, returns to Sparta Chicks Radio this week.Yet this is a very different conversation from our previous episodes.This time, Katee shares the story of her mental health journey over the last 20 years.In her 20s, Katee was (finally) diagnosed with a condition called Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (or PMDD).Katee describes PMDD as extreme PMS “wrapped up with anxiety, depression, sometimes psychosis and suicidality or suicidal tendencies”We begin this conversation with Katee's story. Her experience of the symptoms of PMDD, including suicidal ideation.Then we transition into a broader conversation about suicide and mental health; why suicide is often still seen as a ‘taboo' and what Katee believes needs to change to enable it to be discussed more openly, and with less shame.Finally, we step back and discuss the intersection between mental health and endurance sports.This was an extremely difficult conversation, for both of us. I'm in awe of Katee's bravery and vulnerability. If you or someone you know needs help, in Australia you can contact Lifeline 24 hours per day on 13 11 14. Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 or the Black Dog Institute.

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokHave you ever caught yourself thinking "maybe I'm just not compatible with my PMDD partner"? You're not alone. This thought pattern is the number one precursor to breakups in PMDD relationships. But what if compatibility isn't about finding someone who can "handle" your symptoms, but rather someone who adds value to your authentic life?From my balcony in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, I'm sharing the exact framework I use with my private clients who are questioning their relationship compatibility. These eight simple steps will help you discover what you truly need in a PMDD relationship—beyond what society, family, or even your current partner might suggest.The journey begins with a radical shift in perspective: instead of focusing on what kind of partner you need, first determine what kind of life you want to live. I walk you through creating a vision of your most authentic daily life, from morning routines that manage PMDD symptoms to evening rituals that honor your natural rhythms. Only after establishing this foundation can you identify how a partner would genuinely add value.For me, compatibility isn't about finding someone who pays my bills or tolerates my luteal phase behaviors. It's about finding a companion who adds to my core values of freedom, peace, and joy—someone financially stable enough to travel alongside me, calm enough to ground my energy, and spiritually aligned with my authentic self.This episode offers practical insights whether you're currently in a relationship or navigating the dating world with PMDD. You'll learn how to communicate your needs effectively, identify potential resentments before they take root, and recognize when you're compromising too much of yourself versus making necessary accommodations.Ready to discover if you're truly incompatible with your partner or simply haven't found the right framework for your relationship? Tune in now and transform how you approach compatibility in your PMDD relationships.

Think PMS makes you a little cranky? That's cute. This week, we're diving headfirst into its evil, unhinged cousin: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD. Our guest Julia describes it as preparing for "doomsday" every single month —a two-week cycle where her brain basically turns into a rage-filled, paranoid monster that, among other things, absolutely hates her husband. This isn't just about mood swings; it's a full-blown psychiatric disorder that comes with a terrifying risk of suicidal thoughts and makes just getting through the day a monumental task. Julia walks us through the whole experience, from getting diagnosed thanks to her running watch (seriously) , to considering the most metal solution possible: having her ovaries surgically removed. Spoiler: her doctors weren't exactly thrilled with the idea. Strap in for a wild, raw, and surprisingly funny look at a condition that proves hormones are not to be trifled with.Sickboy LIVE in Calgary!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord.

Think PMS makes you a little cranky? That's cute. This week, we're diving headfirst into its evil, unhinged cousin: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD. Our guest Julia describes it as preparing for "doomsday" every single month —a two-week cycle where her brain basically turns into a rage-filled, paranoid monster that, among other things, absolutely hates her husband. This isn't just about mood swings; it's a full-blown psychiatric disorder that comes with a terrifying risk of suicidal thoughts and makes just getting through the day a monumental task. Julia walks us through the whole experience, from getting diagnosed thanks to her running watch (seriously) , to considering the most metal solution possible: having her ovaries surgically removed. Spoiler: her doctors weren't exactly thrilled with the idea. Strap in for a wild, raw, and surprisingly funny look at a condition that proves hormones are not to be trifled with.Sickboy LIVE in Calgary!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord.

In this episode Hecate discusses why menstruation can be triggering for survivors, especially for those who have been assaulted during their periods. Hecate provides statistics from medical studies indicating that a significant percentage of SA survivors were menstruating at the time of their assault. The combined social stigmas against speaking about SA and menstruation mean this is an experience that is not being talked about enough, leading to even greater feelings of isolation and shame. The episode also addresses some of the challenges of managing periods post-trauma, and different menstrual products through a survivor's lens. With personal anecdotes and research-backed insights, this episode aims to provide a voice to the often unspoken and overlooked intersection of menstruation and SA trauma. Hecate hopes this episode will help other survivors who have had this experience feel less alone.Tw/Cw: SA (and some details of assaults), R*pe, PTSD, menstruation, substances, and strong language.Links and References:Cardenas, K., Wiersma, G., Dykema, J., Rossman, L., Fedewa, J., & Jones, J. S. (2011). 279 impact of the victim's menstrual cycle phase on genital injuries following sexual assault. Annals of Emergency Medicine, 58(4). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.annemergmed.2011.06.309 Gollapudi, M., Thomas, A., Yogarajah, A., Ospina, D., Daher, J. C., Rahman, A., Santistevan, L., Patel, R. V., Abraham, J., Oommen, S. G., & Siddiqui, H. F. (2024). Understanding the interplay between premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and female sexual dysfunction (FSD). Cureus, 16(6). https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.62788 Noll, J. G., Trickett, P. K., Long, J. D., Negriff, S., Susman, E. J., Shalev, I., Li, J. C., & Putnam, F. W. (2017). Childhood sexual abuse and early timing of puberty. Journal of Adolescent Health, 60(1), 65–71. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2016.09.008 Vu, A., Moaddel, V., Emmerich, B., Rossman, L., Bach, J., Seamon, J., Barnes, M., Ouellette, L., & Jones, J. (2023). Association between the victim's menstrual cycle phase and genital injuries following sexual assault. Clinical Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 6(2), 038–042. https://doi.org/10.29328/journal.cjog.1001127 *Thank you again to my sister Chie for their invaluable help with research and citations!*Articles about the heavy metals found in tampons: https://factor.niehs.nih.gov/2024/8/feature/3-feature-metals-in-tamponshttps://publichealth.berkeley.edu/articles/spotlight/research/first-study-to-measure-toxic-metals-in-tampons-shows-arsenic-and-leadhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412024004355#:~:text=Across%20those%20studies%2C%20a%20range,et%20al.%2C%202022).Lucky Iron Fish: https://luckyironlife.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorbSgfTM6sE3c6r-IRy3MNC0u-i8v-S4-s5lkZPo89aSCXJvEfjFinding OK: https://www.finding-ok.com/Hecate's Links: https://linktr.ee/FindingOK Support the Podcast and become a Patreon member!https://www.patreon.com/c/HecateFindingOKFinding OK is funded entirely by generosity of listeners like you!https://www.finding-ok.com/support/Music is "Your Heart is a Muscle the Size of Your Fist" used with the personal permission of Ramshackle Glory. Go check out their music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/0qdbl...Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warnings01:17 Menstruation and Trauma07:47 Challenges with Sanitary Products12:14 Personal Experiences of Assault During Menstruation15:58 Statistics and Research on Assault During Menstruation21:01 Triggers and Coping Mechanisms32:08 Conclusion and Support3Support the show

Are you or someone you know grappling with unexpected mood swings or unexplained anxiety? Could progesterone, often touted as "nature's chill pill," be the surprising culprit? This episode dives deep into the perplexing world of progesterone sensitivity and its profound impact on mental health. Why do some women experience the exact opposite of calm when exposed to this hormone? Join us as we challenge conventional hormone treatments and uncover the hidden effects of progesterone on the brain. How can trauma amplify hormone sensitivity, particularly during the luteal phase? What role do natural remedies and holistic solutions play in managing these challenges? Ready to explore the potential of functional medicine in addressing hormone sensitivity? What innovative strategies, like the ketogenic diet, could offer relief and stability? Tune in to hear personal stories and expert insights that will empower you to advocate for your health! In this episode, we uncover: How progesterone sensitivity affects mood disorders and why it's more than a mental health issue. Why trauma can worsen hormone sensitivity and what can be done about it. The role of the ketogenic diet in balancing neurotransmitters for those with PMDD. How transdermal progesterone can be a game-changer for some women. Why personalized hormone therapy is crucial and how to find what works for you. Don't miss this enlightening episode that sheds light on the balance between hormones and mental health. Listen now to uncover the keys to understanding and managing progesterone sensitivity!     Sponsors Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/HORMONE20 and use coupon HORMONE20 and get 20% off your order.  Coupon KM20 to get 20% off your order of Vitali Skin Care! Get 40% off your Cozy Earth Bed Sheet with coupon code HORMONES     Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.   Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs  Peptide Therapy for weight loss    Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.   Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!   To our nursing audience members, our podcasts qualify for nursing CE @ RNegade.pro. Provide # CEP17654.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokThe moment I realized my relationship was ending wasn't during a heated argument or a dramatic confrontation. It happened in paradise—on a beautiful balcony in Los Cabos, where I should have felt at peace but instead felt utterly disconnected from my partner despite my desperate attempts to reconnect.This disconnect wasn't about not loving each other enough. It wasn't even about the challenges of managing PMDD symptoms. It was something deeper—the gradual, devastating loss of hope that things could ever truly improve between us. After trying everything I knew to rebuild our connection and still feeling miles apart, I faced the painful truth that sometimes love isn't enough when fundamental needs remain unmet.Through years of counseling couples affected by PMDD, I've identified five critical patterns that signal when a relationship has moved beyond the typical monthly conflicts into territory where permanent separation becomes likely. From the emotional exhaustion of cyclical breakup threats to the erosion of intimacy that turns partners into roommates, these warning signs emerge long before the final decision to separate.What makes these patterns particularly dangerous is how gradually they develop. Most couples wait until they're drowning before reaching for help, not realizing that relationship healing—like taking antibiotics—requires consistent, ongoing care rather than a single intervention. One counseling session might provide temporary relief, but without continued support, couples often find themselves sliding backward into even deeper disconnection.Whether you're currently struggling in a PMDD-affected relationship or supporting someone who is, understanding these patterns can help you recognize when it's time to commit to serious intervention. The question isn't whether your relationship is experiencing difficulties—PMDD guarantees challenges—but whether both partners still have hope and are willing to do the consistent work needed to rebuild connection. Because as I learned on that balcony in Mexico, sometimes the kindest choice we can make is to acknowledge when a relationship no longer serves either person's highest good.

I'm suffering from severe PMDD symptoms, so I'm re-releasing an oldie but goodie. I plan to be back tomorrow with a new one! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever heard of PMS and PreMenstrual Dysphoric Discorder? Have a listen, maybe you'll find an explanation here. https://youtu.be/YDx8xt9M18E?si=kD5siVw6NRR6SORQ

In this solo episode, Lisa explores the clinical differences between PMS and PMDD and breaks down a recent study that tested mood, cognition, and food intake across the menstrual cycle. She highlights major limitations in the study's hormonal testing methods and challenges the psychiatric framing of PMDD as a purely serotonin-based disorder. If you work with clients experiencing debilitating premenstrual symptoms, this episode will help you contextualize mood shifts through a cycle-aware, practitioner-informed lens. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa's new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!  Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?

Send us a textHave you fallen into the trap of taking your partner for granted? When comfort turns to complacency, even the strongest PMDD relationships can crumble.Relationships where one partner has Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder come with unique challenges that require extraordinary patience and understanding. Yet over time, we often become dangerously familiar with each other's efforts. That morning text that once made your day becomes expected. The way your partner adapts to your changing needs throughout your cycle seems ordinary rather than remarkable. The boundaries you established early on get casually violated because "what's the big deal just this once?"This familiarity creates a slippery slope. Communication deteriorates first—partners stop checking in consistently or assume silence means everything's fine. Boundaries erode when comfort replaces mindfulness. Perhaps most damaging is how disrespectful communication gradually becomes normalized: "This is just how we talk to each other when we're upset." Each small instance of taking your partner for granted accumulates into significant resentment.For relationships affected by PMDD, this pattern is particularly destructive. The cyclical nature of symptoms means unresolved issues compound month after month until even the most committed partnerships break under the strain. Worse still, when children witness these dynamics, they internalize them as normal relationship models for their future.Breaking this cycle requires intention. Regular emotional check-ins, consistent appreciation for your partner's specific qualities, respecting established boundaries, and developing tools for healthy conflict resolution all help maintain the connection that brought you together initially. Remember—being in a PMDD relationship requires work, but the deep love and care that individuals with PMDD typically bring makes that effort worthwhile.Don't wait until your partner walks away to recognize their value. What will you appreciate about them today?

In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Jolene Brighten, hormone expert and author of Beyond the Pill and Is This Normal?, to discuss the truth about period pain, birth control, and endometriosis. Dr. Brighten shares her personal story of misdiagnosis, painful periods, and delayed endometriosis discovery, along with her mission to end medical gaslighting and give women the knowledge they deserve about their hormones.The conversation covers how birth control really works, what Post-Birth Control Syndrome is, and how to safely come off the pill while supporting your body. Dr. Brighten also breaks down the four phases of the menstrual cycle, how to spot red flags like hormonal acne, PMS, and PMDD, and offers powerful insight into how your cycle impacts your brain, energy, cravings, and mental health. The episode ends with a deep dive on endometriosis: signs, symptoms, testing options (like gel MRI), and why so many cases are overlooked or dismissed in the fertility space.Connect with Dr. Jolene Brighten:Instagram: @drjolenebrightenWebsite: drbrighten.comMentioned Free Resources:- Endometriosis Flare Guide: drbrighten.com/endoflare- ADHD/Hormone Sync Course: drbrighten.com/sync- Anti-Inflammatory Recipe Plan: drbrighten.com/planWatch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/e16Ksh3WC4IFollow The Wellness Process:Instagram: @thewellnessprocesspodTikTok: @thewellnessprocesspodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

'It really weighs heavy. It's like puttingon lots of different cloaks.' Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a topic many are talking about right now, and thankfully, we've movedbeyond the outdated stereotype that it only affects young boys. And with somuch noise on social media alongside lingering stereotypes, is all thisattention truly helping people recognise their symptoms and get a diagnosis?And how does it feel to receive an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood – does it bringrelief, clarity, present new challenges, or a combination of allthree?   This week, Dr Louise Newson sits down withJack Suddaby to explore his ADHD diagnosis journey, from a lightbulb momentduring the COVID-19 lockdown to launching his podcast, Distracted. Jack opensup about the moment his symptoms pushed him to seek answers and how simpleshifts in his daily routine have transformed his life in surprising ways.  Louise discusses the connection betweenADHD and hormonal changes, from PMDD to menopause, and how these shifts canimpact symptoms, especially as ADHD often presents differently in women.   Louise and Jack explore how menopause andADHD, topics that are still under-recognised, are being talked about moreopenly, and how getting a diagnosis can truly change people's lives by bringingunderstanding and clarity.  We're delighted to have been nominated inthe Listeners' Choice category for the British Podcast Awards. There's stilltime to vote - ⁠click here⁠  Email dlnpodcast@borkowski.co.uk with suggestions for newguests!    Disclaimer  The information provided in this podcastis for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute forprofessional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice ofyour physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you mayhave regarding a medical condition. The views expressed by guests are their ownand do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr Louise Newson or the NewsonHealth Group.       LET'S CONNECT   Website: Dr Louise Newson  Instagram: The Dr Louise Newson Podcast (@drlouisenewsonpodcast)• Instagram photos and videos   LinkedIn: Louise Newson | LinkedIn  Spotify: The Dr Louise Newson Podcast | Podcast on Spotify  YouTube: Dr Louise Newson - YouTube RELATED RESOURCESADHD and hormones in women‘Without perimenopause, I might not have realised Ihave ADHD' 

In this episode, we open up the conversation around what PMDD really is, how to help manage your symptoms, and why functional testing can play a critical role in uncovering underlying hormone and neurotransmitter imbalances.Can't get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @kbova_nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a review on iTunes, follow us on Spotify and share! FUNC YOU UP! is a Physio Logic wellness podcast covering the best in wellness, nutrition, and functional medicine in twenty minutes or less with hosts Michelle Miller, Functional Nutritionist, and Kendra Bova, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. https://physiologicnyc.com/func-you-up-podcast #IntegrativeNutrition #FunctionalMedicine #PMDD

In this enlightening conversation, Avik and Ananya Grover delve into the critical topic of women's mental health, exploring the complexities of PMS, PMDD, and the societal stigma surrounding these issues. Ananya shares her insights on the challenges women face in seeking proper care and the importance of understanding the mind-body connection. They discuss the role of technology, particularly HealCycle, in empowering women to track their health and advocate for themselves. The conversation concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of women's mental health and the importance of community and awareness in driving change. Takeaways Women's mental health is often stigmatized and misunderstood. PMS, PMDD, and PME are distinct but related conditions. Diagnosis can be a challenging journey for many women. The societal minimization of women's health issues is prevalent. Hormonal health significantly impacts mental health. Technology can aid in tracking and understanding symptoms. Women should advocate for themselves in healthcare settings. Awareness of menstrual cycles can empower women. Future advancements in women's health are promising. Community support is crucial for women's mental health. Sound bites "Awareness of your cycle can empower you." "You deserve to be your own advocate." "It's real, it's valid, you're not alone." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Women's Mental Health 04:32 Understanding PMS, PMDD, and PME 09:59 Challenges in Diagnosis and Care 14:58 The Mind-Body Connection 21:17 The Role of Technology in Women's Health 25:05 Future of Women's Mental Health 30:43 Empowering Women to Advocate for Themselves   Healcycle - ‪@HealCycle‬ | Website - https://www.healcycle.com   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. ----- Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being • Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth • Holistic Healing & Conscious Living • Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment   With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.5+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokHave you ever wondered why your PMDD seems to create the same relationship conflicts month after month, despite your best efforts? The answer might not be in the condition itself, but in how your nervous system responds to stress.I never thought I'd be the person advocating for slowing down. As an Enneagram seven and someone who managed PMDD through constant motion, I viewed "being still" as inefficient and unnecessary. My morning routines were sacred—walking my dog, working out, and setting my mind right before the day began. This approach worked... until it didn't.A herniated disc injury forced me to pause my usual coping mechanisms, leaving me terrified of facing my PMDD symptoms without my trusted movement practices. But something unexpected happened during a recent trip to Cabo where I couldn't engage in my usual activities—my sleep quality dramatically improved, my PMDD symptoms became more manageable, and I discovered a profound peace I hadn't known was possible.What I uncovered through this journey was that my nervous system had been chronically dysregulated, stuck in sympathetic "fight-flight-freeze" mode even when there was no danger. This dysregulation wasn't just affecting me—it was sabotaging my relationships by making genuine connection impossible. When we're operating from a dysregulated nervous system during PMDD, we trigger our partners' alarm systems too, creating a cycle where both people feel misunderstood, defensive, and emotionally exhausted.The roots of my compulsive "doing" traced back to childhood experiences in foster care, where I learned I needed to prove my worth to be loved and accepted. I brought this pattern into adult relationships, creating an unsustainable dynamic of hypervigilance that intensified during my luteal phase.If you recognize yourself in this pattern—whether you're the one with PMDD or the partner—there's hope. Regulating your nervous system is possible through awareness, conscious choices, and sometimes challenging your most fundamental beliefs about yourself. Ready to transform your PMDD relationships? Visit inlovewithpmdd.com to access my new "Rewire the Rage" program with practical tools for nervous system healing.

So this week's episode… I don't even know where to start. I was hungover, hormonal, sweating through my clothes — literally not okay on every level. Thankfully, Brooke Shelby came through because misery loves company, and we are spiraling together.We talk about PMDD, throwing up after two martinis, being obsessed with Ozzy Osbourne, the drama at Starbucks (Matcha Watergate is REAL), and why I think the honeymoon phase with Tyler might be… over?? Maybe. Kinda. Sorta. Anyway. We're unpacking everything from Backstreet Boys to Love Island to Bama Rush and why the hell I'm emotionally invested in 19-year-olds picking sororities.Mental health? Down bad. Makeup? Sweaty. But we're here, we're talking about it, and we're making it funny. Kinda.CALL THE HOTLINE AND TRAUMA DUMP:

Summary In this episode, Ali Damron discusses the interplay between stress, hormonal fluctuations, and emotional symptoms experienced during the menstrual cycle. She emphasizes that many women face challenges related to PMS, PMDD, and other mood disorders, particularly in their 30s and 40s. Ali explores how stress and the nervous system can amplify these symptoms, and she provides insights into hormonal changes throughout the menstrual cycle. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding both hormonal and psychological factors in managing menstrual health and offers practical solutions for women seeking to improve their well-being. Takeaways Stress in the nervous system amplifies emotional symptoms during the menstrual cycle. Many women experience heightened emotional volatility and anxiety related to their cycle. Hormonal fluctuations are a natural part of the menstrual cycle, but not all women experience the same symptoms. Stress hormones can exacerbate mood symptoms, particularly during the luteal phase. Understanding the interplay between hormones and the nervous system is crucial for managing symptoms. Support for progesterone can help alleviate mood symptoms in women. Gut health and detoxification play a significant role in hormonal balance. Monitoring symptoms too closely can increase anxiety and hypervigilance. A holistic approach to hormonal health includes nutrition, sleep, and stress management. Women are not alone in their struggles with menstrual health; these issues are common and manageable.   Chapters 00:00 Understanding Menstrual Cycle Challenges 04:58 Hormonal Fluctuations and Their Impact 10:02 The Role of Stress in Hormonal Imbalance 14:44 Navigating the Complexities of Hormonal Health 24:41 Integrating Solutions for Better Well-being   Ali's Resources:  Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course! Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

Click here to send me a quick message :) What if it's not your hormones? What if your hormones are actually alerting you to something deeper going on?Because, they essentially always are. Today's guest, Rapid Transformational Therapy practitioner Natalie Ryan Hebert, speaks to the drop in estrogen in the luteal phase as a time when deeper truths (including core stories, trauma wounds, childhood imprints) may show up more prominently.Without that soothing watery blanket of estrogen the "rocks" are revealed.It's in those "rocks" that the potential for deep and lasting healing may be waiting.Listen in to hear all about it.Resources:Get started tracking your cycle: Track Your Cycle (FAM) guideSign up for the Fall 2025 waitlist here: Natural Contraception Fall 2025 waitlistToday's shownotes: Get Natalie's links here Episode 47: Functional medicine for PMDD w JesIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend, or take a screenshot and share on social media and tag me @herbalwombwisdomAnd if you love this podcast, leave a rating & write a review! It's really helpful to get the show to more amazing humans like you.  ❤️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I'm an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal concerns.Support the show

I am so excited to introduce you to a powerhouse on our team—Dr. Jenny Gerken! In this episode, you'll get to hear her heart, her story, and the passion that drives the incredible work she does with our DUTCH testing and gut health clients. From childhood dreams of healing "boo-boos" to chiropractic school, deep dives into nutrition, and a heartbreaking loss that shaped her mission—Dr. Jenny's journey is one that so many of us can relate to. She's not just an expert; she's a deeply compassionate guide for the women she supports every single day. Whether you're struggling with hormone imbalances, chronic stress, gut issues, or just feel like your body isn't working for you anymore, this episode is a powerful reminder: you don't have to feel stuck. What We Talk About Dr. Jenny's lifelong calling to heal and how her mom's passing shifted her professional purpose The life-changing power of chiropractic care, functional testing, and hormone insights Why Dutch testing is a game-changer for women with PMDD, cysts, fatigue, and more What Dr. Jenny loves about reading hundreds of hormone tests—and the incredible wins she's seen How gut health connects to hormones, mental clarity, inflammation, and beyond One woman's transformation after years of cyst bursts... and how just one month of targeted support changed everything Why “feeling bloated” might not feel like bloating—until your gut is healed How working with women through their six-month programs creates long-lasting, functional shifts Dr. Jenny is not only brilliant at interpreting lab results—she's heart-centered, deeply intuitive, and fiercely committed to helping every woman live a life free from the limitations of hormone and gut imbalances. Her stories of transformation will inspire you. Her approach will give you hope. And her genuine warmth will remind you that you deserve to feel amazing in your body again. Let's Work Together If you're ready to feel like yourself again—or meet a version of you who's been waiting to feel energized, pain-free, and powerful—Dr. Jenny and I are here to help. Join the waitlist for The Female Hormone Solution: https://drbethwestie.com/waitlist/ Book your hormone test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Nicole Jardim, certified women's health coach, speaker, and author of Fix Your Period: 6 Weeks to Banish Bloating, Conquer Cramps, Manage Moodiness, and Ignite Lasting Hormone Balance, to dive into the intricate world of female hormonal health.Ahead, Nicole addresses the controversial world of birth control and its limitations, particularly as an answer to complex health issues like heavy periods and hormonal imbalances. Plus, she and Lindsey stress the importance of self-education and personalized treatment for optimal healing.Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top rated podcast.With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Mircodose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought provoking conversations…all in digestible episodes that are less than 10 minutes.Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday.If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify here and on Apple here.

Birthdays suck. So does perimenopause and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) -- but at the end of the day, life is gonna life. Join us August 19th at AMC Madison Yards in Atlanta for a FREE screening of the new movie, "Honey Don't" starring Aubrey Plaza, Margaret Qualley, Chris Evans and Charlie Day. Click HERE to enter to win guaranteed seats for the August 19th screening! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

This week's episode Kenzie sits down for a solo podcast episode to talk about summertime sadness, PMDD, hobbies, her new dating challenge, her updates on the nashville more & more. Hope you enjoy!!