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This week on the podcast, we're talking about something that so many women quietly experience but that very few of us actually talk about...Sex... Perimenopause...Libido... Desire...Orgasms... How our attraction changes as our hormonal levels shift. It's a big topic and one to listen to in a safe space away from small ears!So many women notice changes in their libido, attraction, intimacy or sexual confidence during perimenopause and menopause. For late-diagnosed neurodivergent women, these understanding shifts can feel even more confusing as hormones, attention, the nervous system and relationships all intersect.In this episode of the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, Kate is joined by Dr Angela Wright, a trauma-trained clinical sexologist, sex medicine practitioner and menopause clinician with a specialist interest in the overlaps between trauma, ADHD, PMDD and menopause.Together we explore the often unspoken intersection between hormones, menopause, libido and sexual wellbeing, particularly for neurodivergent women. Many women notice shifts in their bodies, desire, or relationships during perimenopause and menopause, yet these changes are rarely explained in a way that helps them understand what's really happening.This conversation opens up space to talk honestly about the changes women may experience during this stage of life, and how understanding the relationship between hormones, the nervous system and ADHD can help make sense of shifts in intimacy, attraction and connection.In this episode, we explore:How hormonal changes during perimenopause can impact libido and sexual desireWhy techniques or dynamics that once worked sexually may change as hormones shiftThe connection between ADHD, novelty and desire in long-term relationshipsHow hormones, the nervous system and attention interact to shape sexual experienceWhy some people experience a loss of interest in sex during midlifeHow orgasms can support relaxation, tension release and hormone regulationThe importance of communication in relationships, including using “I” statements to express needsHow treatments such as vaginal oestrogen and hormonal support can help during perimenopauseThe impact of progesterone and testosteroneThis episode offers reassurance, insight, and practical language for women navigating changes in their bodies and relationships, helping to reduce the confusion and isolation that can accompany these experiences.Join the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect, reflect, learn and come home to who they really are. Sign up here!Inside the More Yourself Membership, you'll be able to:Connect with like-minded women who understand youLearn from guest experts and practical toolsReceive compassionate prompts & gentle remindersEnjoy voice-note encouragement from KateJoin flexible meet-ups and mentoring sessionsAccess on-demand workshops and quarterly guest expert sessionsTo join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), click here.We'll also be walking through The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit together, exploring nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, RSD, joy, hormones, and self-trust, so the book comes alive in a supportive community setting.Links and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_podConnect with Angela on Instagram (@spicedpeardrwright, @theholisticsexologist)Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity.

Natasha Hamilton was 16 when she signed a record deal with the girl band, Atomic Kitten. The group went on to sell over 10 million records and achieve three UK Number One singles including Whole Again and The Tide Is High. But the pressures of fame affected her mental health and made her feel isolated and judged. After five years and the birth of her first son, Hamilton quit the band. Today, Hamilton tells that story - the one that existed behind the headlines. We talk about the toxicity of 90s and early Y2K media, surviving postnatal depression and financial catastrophe after divorce. Plus we talk about why she set up her own record label, Morpho, to focus on nurturing and empowering young talent rather than - as she puts it - ‘moulding them into a product'. An amazing woman whose resilience should be an inspiration to us all! Natasha Hamilton's new single Numb is out now. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction 03:15 Forties And Clarity 04:47 Writing Numb 06:03 Morpho Records And Duty Of Care 08:11 Bullied But Born To Sing 14:13 Fame Tabloids And Numbness 21:40 Whole Again And Industry Bias 29:37 Making Peace With The Band 31:17 Rebuilding Sisterhood Again 31:37 Losing Pop Star Identity 32:43 Shock Pregnancy And Isolation 35:17 Postnatal Breakdown And Help 38:12 CBT And Taking Control 40:40 New Career In Beauty 46:00 Divorce Money Chaos And Recovery

Surprise! I'm pregnant with Baby #3! Which means we are bringing back WTF Is Happening To My Body, this time as a series on the podcast sponsored by Natural Cycles. In this episode, we get into what the actual fuck is happening to my body during my third pregnancy, and the raw, unfiltered realities that come with it. I walk you through my experiences during weeks 4–7, from how I found out I was pregnant to the rollercoaster of early symptoms: nausea, exhaustion, pregnancy rage, and the literal superhuman changes that our bodies go through. I get honest about my mental health, why I stay on medication throughout my pregnancy, and how I'm practicing self-compassion during this journey!Key Takeaway / Points: How I found out I was pregnant and my first symptomsMy experience with PMDD, anxiety, depression & staying on meds during my pregnancyPregnancy exhaustion vs. postpartum exhaustionCravings, letting go of “food noise”, and a deep desire for comfort and nostalgiaThe realities of early pregnancy: irritability, nausea, intense dreams, and moreThis episode is sponsored by Natural Cycles, the company behind the first FDA-cleared, hormone-free, and non-invasive birth control app that helps prevent or plan pregnancy naturally. Use code CAMERON at naturalcycles.com for 15% off an annual subscription + a FREE NC° Band. The NC° app is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use."Follow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYoutube: Cameron Rogers

Sue Becker reads a heartfelt email from listener Alissa Nowack, who shares her powerful It's the Bread story, along with many others. Alissa recounts how discovering Real Bread not only transformed her own health and life but has also greatly changed the lives of many people she knows. Topics in this episode include: endometriosis, torn meniscus, menstruation, quality sleep, constipation, diarrhea, reproductive health, PCOS, PMDD, fertility struggles LISTEN NOW and SUBSCRIBE to this podcast here or from any podcasting platform such as, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Alexa, Siri, or anywhere podcasts are played. For more information on the Scientific and Biblical benefits of REAL bread - made from freshly-milled grain, visit our website, breadbeckers.com. Also, watch our video, Only Real Bread - Staff of Life, https://youtu.be/43s0MWGrlT8. Learn more about the why and how to bake with freshly-milled flour, with the very informative Essential Home-Ground Flour Book, by Sue Becker, https://bit.ly/essentialhomegroundflourbook. If you have an It's the Bread Story that you'd like to share, email us at podcast@breadbeckers.com. We'd love to hear from you! Visit our website at https://www.breadbeckers.com/ Follow us on Facebook @thebreadbeckers and Instagram @breadbeckers. *DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this podcast or on our website should be construed as medical advice. Consult your health care provider for your individual nutritional and medical needs. The information presented is based on our research and is strictly that of the author and not necessarily those of any professional group or other individuals.

Dr Liz Leek is a GP specialising in women's health and hormones, with a passion for helping women understand the root causes of their symptoms, not just manage them. She works with women who are tired of being told that their symptoms are "normal", "just stress", or something they need to push through — and who want to understand what's actually going on in their bodies and steps they can take to feel well. With a background stemming from physiology, conventional medicine, and advanced training in functional and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Liz brings together science, systems thinking, and real-world practicality. Her work focuses on helping women make sense of complex health issues, including hormonal shifts and low energy to mood changes, gut symptoms, and chronic inflammation. She supports translating that knowledge into actions that are sustainable, personalised, and empowering. Whilst Dr Liz supports all women's health issues, she has a particular interest in: Perimenopause and menopause, endometriosis, PCOS, PMS and PMDD, identifying the often-overlooked links between hormones, stress, sleep, metabolism and mental wellbeing. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, she takes a whole-person, root-cause approach, combining evidence-based medicine, lifestyle interventions, and combining this with relevant bioidentical hormone therapy. Her aim is not just to relieve symptoms, but to help women build long-term resilience, clarity, and confidence in their health. Dr. Liz enjoys opportunities for open, in-depth conversations about women's health. She is all too aware of the overwhelming amount of (mis)information and the need to try and help people cut through the noise to understand what is relevant to them. She believes in empowering health and wellbeing through education and choice. By supporting women to truly understand their physiology, they are better equipped to advocate for themselves, make informed decisions, and be autonomous in their health journey. Outside of clinical work, Dr. Liz is also a mother of three young girls and lives by the lifestyle principles she teaches — spending time outdoors, swimming, hiking, surfing, and sailing whenever she can. ---- SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_liz_leek/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-liz-leek-45a83782/

Send a textBad Marriage Advice BookSecrets of Happily Ever After with Monica Tanner PodcastPMDD Pyramid Private SessionsMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokPMDD doesn't just change moods, it can change the entire rhythm of a relationship. When the luteal phase hits, couples often slide into the same argument pattern, then spend the “good weeks” trying to forget it ever happened. We wanted something more useful than replaying the past, so we brought in Monica Tanner, a couples coach who helps partners spot the pattern, name it, and choose a different step.We get practical about luteal phase communication, including why both partners are part of the dynamic and how unmet needs quietly turn into avoidance, bitterness, and distance. Monica explains how couples can build awareness of their “dance,” share what they're capable of during different cycle phases, and negotiate real solutions that protect connection without forcing either person to pretend they feel fine.Then we go straight into intimacy. Monica breaks down three pillars for a healthier sex life: emotional safety, understanding spontaneous versus responsive desire, and bringing back playful energy when things feel heavy or “roommate-like.” We also talk about widening the menu so intimacy isn't limited to one definition of sex, and how simple check-ins can reduce insecurity and spiraling after a sexual moment.If you're navigating a PMDD relationship, dating with PMDD, or trying to rebuild closeness after a long dry spell, this one is packed with tools you can use immediately. Subscribe, share this with a partner or friend who needs it, and leave a review to help more couples find support. What part of the monthly “dance” do you want to change first?

Most women were never taught that their menstrual cycle is one of the most powerful indicators of overall health.In this episode, we break down why tracking your cycle is essential for hormone balance, energy, mental health and long-term wellness.For decades, women have been taught that their cycle only matters when it comes to fertility or pregnancy. But modern women's health research shows that your cycle is actually the fifth vital sign, offering powerful insight into your hormones, metabolism, stress levels, thyroid function and overall physiology.If you've ever experienced PMS, anxiety, mood swings, fatigue or unexplained health changes, understanding your cycle can help you identify patterns and take control of your health.In this conversation, we explore:• Why cycle tracking is a powerful tool for women's hormone health• How your cycle reflects stress, metabolism and thyroid function• Why many women in their 30s and 40s are just now learning about this• The impact of birth control and IUDs on natural hormone rhythms• How cycle tracking helps identify PMS, PMDD, perimenopause and hormone imbalances• Why working with your body's natural energy cycles improves productivity and wellness• How tracking symptoms helps doctors and practitioners better diagnose hormonal issues• What to do if you don't currently have a menstrual cycleUnderstanding your body's natural rhythms can transform the way you approach exercise, productivity, mental health and so much more! So whether you're navigating perimenopause, hormone imbalances, PMS symptoms or simply want to understand your body better - cycle tracking is one of the most powerful tools you can start using TODAY!Watch full episode on YOUTUBE here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wQfMgKz8DAIf this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sharing this episode with a friend can also help us reach more incredible women on their journey to better health.Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey!To stay connected, here's where you can find me online:Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredinhealth Coaching Business IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/erinktrier Book Free Coaching Call Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/coachingWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Menopause Mastery Show | Understanding Progesterone: Myths, Science, and Health Impacts   Progesterone in Perimenopause & Menopause: Bioidentical vs Progestins, Sleep, Cognition, and the Real Science   Welcome to Menopause Mastery! Join Dr. Betty Murray in this episode as she breaks down the science behind progesterone.  Amid online controversy, Dr. Betty explains what progesterone does in the body, how it declines first in perimenopause, and why bioidentical micronized progesterone differs from synthetic progestins used in birth control and older HRT like Prempro.    She reviews evidence that oral micronized progesterone (often ~300 mg at bedtime) can improve sleep architecture and may reduce hot flashes/night sweats, while clarifying mixed findings and underpowered studies. It addresses brain and cognition claims by separating human data (largely neutral/no cognitive harm, mood benefits) from alarming animal studies, and explains individual variability via allopregnanolone metabolism, PMDD/depression history, genetics, and route of delivery (oral vs vaginal). In addition, she discusses cardiovascular nuance, endometrial protection with estrogen, and cyclical vs continuous dosing considerations.   If you're a woman over the age of 35, and are looking for relief from hot flashes, night sweats, and disrupted sleep, this episode is for you. Please share with other women in your life that deserve to have their symptoms taken seriously!     00:00 Progesterone Controversy 01:08 Progesterone Basics 01:55 Perimenopause Decline 03:06 Progestins vs Progesterone 06:10 Hot Flashes Evidence 09:17 Sleep and Metabolites 11:39 Cardiovascular Nuance 15:18 Brain Debate Explained 16:19 Human Studies Summary 20:09 Allopregnanolone U Curve 22:15 Animal Study Misuse 25:17 Oral vs Vaginal Routes 31:27 Cycling vs Continuous 37:47 Key Takeaways Recap 41:59 Closing and Empowerment Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/    Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec    Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/   Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/    More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  YouTube Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/QP0v2gvLr0M Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247    Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH    Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

A vulnerable and truthful episode. Raising awareness on PMDD and PMS. If you have anyone who suffers from PMDD you will know it's like dealing with 2 different people. People don't respect mental health issues as a real disorder and so PMDD is also not something people take seriously. But it is real and even though only 3-5% of women experience it - some have lost their life due to suicide. It's something that greatly affects their quality of life. I hope you learn something- we just need to be kinder and more supportive of the people in our lives. You never know who is struggling and how bad they are struggling. Support - in reassurance, in not getting offended when people disappear, in advocacy and research. Most importantly in stubborn love which is something the world is lacking currently.Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/OkikemariaFree self help tools: https://selar.com/m/in-the-real-life-podcast-by-okike-okon1Show us love

In this week's episode I talk about why traveling has been hard for me with my AuDHD, some past experiences I've had on trips (needing sometimes a full month to recover!), and how I approached my trip this past weekend as an experiment to explore a few questions: 1. Do I have an easier time coming home if I am not the one who has to drive?2. Do I have an easier time coming home if the primary objective of the trip is to rest and relax?3. Do I have an easier time coming home if I have maintained a threshold connection to my routines at home?

Ever been told “it's just PMS”… when what you're experiencing feels so much bigger than that? This episode is here to set the record straight. In this episode we unpack PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder); a condition that goes far beyond “bad PMS,” yet is still widely misunderstood and under-diagnosed.We explore what PMDD actually looks like, why it can have such a profound impact on mood, relationships and daily life, and why the explanation is far more complex than hormones alone. From neuroinflammation and nutrient status to gut health and the role of trauma, this episode dives into the deeper biological and emotional drivers that can shape the PMDD experience.We also chat practical, holistic strategies that can support those living with PMDD — along with guidance for partners, friends and family who want to better understand what's really going on.FIND NAT BELOW:Website - https://nataliekdouglas.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/natalie.k.douglasBook a Free Assessment Call - https://NatalieKDouglas.as.me/?appointmentType=50255874EndoNourish - Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Guide - https://nataliekdouglas.com/endonourish-holistic-endometriosis-adenomyoisis-care-guide/SacredSeeds - Preconception Care Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/preconception-care-guide/PCOS Wellness Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/pcos-holistic-guide/Thyroid Rescue - Self guided programhttps://nataliekdouglas.com/thyroid-rescue/Coming Off The Pill/IUD Holistic Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/coming-off-the-pill-mini-course/PMS/PMDD Natural Solutons Masterclass https://nataliekdouglas.com/pms-pmdd-natural-solutions-masterclass/Restore and Nourish Gut Reset - https://nataliekdouglas.com/restore-nourish-gut-reset/Perimenopause Masterclass -https://nataliekdouglas.com/perimenopause-masterclass-holistic-toolkit/Become a one-to-one clienthttps://nataliekdouglas.com/1-1-naturopathic-nutrition-consultations/FIND AMIE BELOW:Book a Free Assessment Call: https://p.bttr.to/3yBdmu3   Book Yourself In: https://l.bttr.to/ZDxWOWebsite - https://whatthenaturopathsaid.com   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thatnaturopathJoin the mailing list - https://elysium-clinic-of-natural-medicine.ck.page/69663ce14a  

In this special International Women's Day episode, we're celebrating real progress in women's health — from landmark research changes to the first-ever FDA-approved medication for postpartum depression. We also touch on the growing conversations around menopause, PMDD, ADHD, and more. Plus, a reminder that the anxiety many women feel about today's world is valid — and how to channel it into empowerment.Resources:To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit:  PsychiatryFellowship.com. 

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, makers of luxuriously soft bamboo sheets, blankets, and sleep essentials. Because your rest matters, mamas. Cozy Earth makes it easier to get the cozy, breathable sleep your body (and your little one) deserve. Use code HEHE at https://cozyearth.com/ for 20% off your order and treat yourself to the sleep you've been dreaming of. In this episode, HeHe sits down with Dr. Kristin Lasseter to unpack perinatal mental health with a focus on postpartum anxiety (PPA) versus postpartum depression (PPD), how they differ, and when “baby blues” may signal something more. While mood shifts are common in the early postpartum days, symptoms that persist beyond a couple of weeks, disrupt sleep, bring constant anxiety or sadness, intrusive thoughts, or thoughts of death deserve real support. They talk candidly about the guilt, shame, and fear of judgment that keep many women silent, and why telling one safe person can be a powerful first step. The conversation explores common risk factors like fertility struggles, pregnancy or birth complications, and PMDD, along with the significant hormonal shift that happens after the placenta is delivered and why the brain can feel especially vulnerable during that window. HeHe and Dr. Lasseter also navigate the often-stigmatized topic of psychiatric medication during pregnancy and postpartum. They discuss why abruptly stopping medication is usually unsafe, how to thoughtfully weigh medication risks against the risks of untreated mental illness, what research tells us about breastfeeding compatibility, and what to expect when starting or adjusting treatment. They touch on newer, faster-acting postpartum depression options, therapy modalities like CBT and EMDR, and additional treatments such as TMS and ECT. The episode closes with an honest conversation about bounce-back culture, social media pressure, and choosing support systems that protect a mother's mental health. Throughout, the message is clear: evidence-based care matters, suffering in silence isn't a badge of honor, and there is no shame in using medication when it's needed. 0:00 - Introduction: Mental Health Medications in Pregnancy & Postpartum 4:36 - Postpartum Anxiety vs Postpartum Depression: Key Differences 6:01 - Normal Baby Blues vs Red Flags: When to Seek Help 9:51 - Intrusive Thoughts & Breaking the Stigma 17:26 - Medication Safety in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know 24:43 - Should You Stop Your Meds When Pregnant? 30:03 - Hormones & Mental Health: The Postpartum Crash 43:56 - Breastfeeding While on Psychiatric Medications 51:26 - How Long Should You Stay on Medication? 60:50 - Fighting the "Bounce Back" Culture & Social Media's Impact   Guest Bio: Kristin Yeung Lasseter, MD is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Texas who specializes in Reproductive Psychiatry and Women's Mental Health.  She graduated cum laude from Southwestern University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology prior to attending medical school at the Long School of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Dr. Lasseter excelled in medical school and was awarded membership into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. After receiving her Medical Degree, she completed Psychiatry residency at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin where she served as Chief Resident. She additionally spent time training in Reproductive Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.  Dr. Lasseter founded Reproductive Psychiatry Clinic of Austin in 2018, which now hosts multiple psychiatrists and psychotherapists specialized in treating mental health disorders related to the reproductive lifespan. She dedicates much of her time educating the public and other providers about reproductive mental illness through speaking engagements, writing and social media.   Connect with Dr. Lasseter:   www.rpcaustin.com   www.kristinlassetermd.com   https://www.instagram.com/the.reproductive.psychiatrist SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitybyhehe/  Connect with Dr. Lasseter on IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.reproductive.psychiatrist   BIRTH EDUCATION: Learn how to stay in control of your birth and reduce the risk of unnecessary interventions in our Avoid a C-Section Webinar. HeHe breaks down the cascade of interventions, explains what's really happening in the hospital, and shares practical strategies to protect your birth plan, advocate for yourself, and navigate labor with confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants a positive, informed hospital birth experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/csection Feeling nervous about speaking up in labor? 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Think of it as your personal toolkit for advocating like a pro, so you can focus on your baby, not the stress: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/Scripts-for-Advocacy And if you haven't grabbed it yet… Snag my free Pitocin Guide to understand the risks, benefits, and red flags your provider may not be telling you about, so you can make informed, powerful decisions in labor: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/pitocin Join The Birth Lounge for judgment-free, evidence-based childbirth education from HeHe that shows you exactly how to navigate hospital policies, avoid unnecessary interventions, and have a trauma-free labor experience, all while feeling wildly supported every step of the way: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Want prep delivered straight to your phone? Download The Birth Lounge App for bite-sized birth and postpartum tools you can use anytime, anywhere: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app-download-page RESOURCES MENTIONED: Maternal Mental Health Suicide Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA Postpartum Support International: https://postpartum.net/   

In this episode of Making It to Milan, co-host Dani Aravich sits down with Brenna Huckaby, a Paralympic snowboarder representing Team USA, to talk about her road to the Milano Cortina Paralympic Games. Brenna shares how she went from growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana as a gymnast to being diagnosed with osteosarcoma at 14, undergoing an above-the-knee amputation, and discovering snowboarding on a rehabilitation ski trip in Utah. She opens up about moving across the country at 17 to pursue the sport, qualifying for her first Paralympics at 22, and the legal fight she led to ensure her classification category could compete in Beijing. Brenna reflects on motherhood between Games, managing PMDD and ADHD, navigating prosthetic fit while gaining strength, and embracing her role as a veteran leader on Team USA as she prepares for Milan. She's joined by a very special guest, her 9 year-old daughter, who shares how she can't wait to cheer for her mom in Milan.

In this episode of SHE MD, Mary Alice Haney and Dr. Aliabadi sit down with Hailey Bieber to discuss a terrifying health scare at 25. She experienced a TIA (mini-stroke) with classic stroke symptoms, and the chain of testing that led to finding (and closing) a PFO.Hailey also shares how her pregnancy was a surprise. It was complicated by a uterine septum and conversations about miscarriage risk. She explains how her care team monitored her for preterm risk.Hailey discuss induction tools like the Foley balloon, how she handled the epidural, and what it felt like when she couldn't stop bleeding after delivery. Dr. Aliabadi breaks down postpartum hemorrhage and the Jada device that was used to stop it quickly.They also cover postpartum life, including anxiety, pumping/breastfeeding, PMDD months later, postpartum rehab (including pelvic floor therapy), and Hailey's approach to balancing motherhood with building her company.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert insight on women's heart health, stroke warning signs, and what to know about PFOs, plus real talk on pregnancy risk, labor and delivery, postpartum hemorrhage, PMDD, and recovery after birth. Share this episode with a friend, and visit the SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, practical guidance, and expert support for women's health and well-being.Sponsors:Premier Protein: Find your favorite flavor at PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers.Gusto: Try Gusto today at gusto.com/sheMD, and get three months free when you run your first payroll. That's three months of free payroll at gusto.com/sheMD.Care.com: Start your senior care journey with confidence. When it's not you, it's Care.com. For a limited time, go to Care.com and use code SHEMD for 20% off your initial Care.com subscription or a Senior Care Advisor Plan.Osea: She MD listeners get 10% off your first order site wide with code SHEMD at OSEAMalibu.comMidi: Ready to feel your best and write your second act script? Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit.What You'll Learn: What a TIA can look like at 25, and the stroke symptoms Hailey experienced What a PFO is, why it can be missed on early testing, and how closure works What a uterine septum is, and why 3D imaging can matter for diagnosis How preterm-risk screening was explained, plus the monitoring/support plan discussed What postpartum hemorrhage can feel like in real time, and how rapid intervention can change outcomesKey Timestamps:(01:51) Hailey joins the show + why she wanted to share her story(03:41) The TIA at 25 and the stroke symptoms she experienced(05:20) PFO basics and why the first bubble study missed it(06:33) PFO closure surgery and how the closure device works(11:06) “Let's move on to the pregnancy” and why it was a surprise(12:11) What a uterine septum is and the miscarriage risk discussed(14:03) Why septums get missed on ultrasound and why 3D imaging matters(15:30) The preterm blood test explained and what it measures(16:59) What happens if you test high-risk, including progesterone, aspirin, and closer monitoring(27:03) Induction details, including the Foley balloon and epidural timing(31:51) “I couldn't stop bleeding” after delivery and what that moment felt like(33:05) Sensing panic in the room, getting meds “to clot,” and asking “am I okay?”(35:57) Postpartum hemorrhage explained and why the Jada device was used(45:12) Postpartum PMDD, diagnosis, and what it felt like(56:19) Postpartum rehab and why pelvic floor therapy mattered(59:58) Working through pregnancy and easing back in after baby(01:02:35) Closing advice on trusting your intuitionKey Takeaways:A TIA can present with classic stroke symptoms, even in a young patient.PFOs can be missed on initial testing. Additional imaging/testing can change the diagnosis.A uterine septum can be underdiagnosed on standard ultrasound, and may meaningfully affect pregnancy risk.Postpartum hemorrhage can escalate fast. Quick intervention matters.Postpartum care is more than “bouncing back.” Mental health (like PMDD) and physical rehab deserve real attention.Guest Bio:Hailey Bieber is a mom and founder who shares her experience navigating a TIA, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery with Dr. Aliabadi. She says she first started seeing Dr. Aliabadi at 19, developed her company idea in 2020, and launched it in 2022. She later worked through her pregnancy in 2024 and returned when she felt ready.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, I am honored to connect with a friend and fellow nurse practitioner, Marcelle Pick! Marcelle is passionate about transforming how women experience healthcare through an integrative approach. She has successfully treated thousands of women through her unique approach to wellness. Marcelle is currently a faculty member of The Institute of Functional Medicine and has served as a Medical Advisor to Healthy Living Magazine. She has written countless articles and multiple books, including Is It Me or My Hormones? I always think of Marcelle as a pioneer in the women's health/nurse practitioner space. In this episode, we dive into her background and the impact of the Women's Health Initiative. We discuss the limitations of the traditional allopathic model regarding hormones, common misconceptions about adrenal health, perimenopause, and menopause, adverse childhood events and adrenal health, how lifestyle affects our sex hormones, fibroids, endometriosis, PMS, PMDD, and contraception for perimenopause. We speak about endocrine disruptors, mold, and micro toxins. We also get into ways to think about hormone replacement therapy and ways to address intimacy and low libido. I love connecting with other nurses and nurse practitioners! I hope you will love today's conversation with Marcelle as much as I did! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Marcelle was part of the first all-women practice in the country. How the Women's Health Initiative has impacted health care for women. The limitations of the traditional allopathic model are particularly in terms of perimenopause, menopause, and hormones. The less-common labs Marcelle likes to look at for her patients Marcelle shares her approach to unraveling the symptoms of perimenopause. Some unique ways in which Marcelle deals with problems like fibroids and endometriosis. How childhood trauma could lead to adrenal and autoimmune issues, weight-loss resistance, and various other health problems. Many of the things Marcelle recommended for treating PMS and PMDD back in the day (1985) have now become the standard of care. Contraceptive options for women in perimenopause. The impact of stress on adrenal function during perimenopause and menopause. Marcelle dives into liver health and detoxification, chemicals and other factors that could impact our health, and changes we can make to avoid problems and feel better. What Marcelle does to help women with low libido. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community (The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow)  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause supplement line Connect with Marcelle Pick On her ⁠website⁠    ⁠Facebook ⁠Instagram⁠ All of Marcelle's books are available on ⁠Amazon

Send a textPMDD Pyramid Private SessionsMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokWhat story is your mind telling about your partner—and how much of it is actually true? We dive into the subtle way narratives form under stress, especially during the luteal phase with PMDD, and how those stories can turn ordinary moments into proof of disrespect, rejection, or neglect. If you've ever felt the rush to protect, to withdraw affection, or to keep score, you'll hear why the brain does this and how to gently steer it back toward safety and connection.We break down confirmation bias in real terms: once you decide “they don't care,” your mind scans for evidence. That bias strengthens with every venting session and criticism, carving neural pathways that find fault on autopilot. Instead of litigating the past, we model a different route—curiosity before conclusions, validation before explanation, and accountability without defensiveness. You'll learn how a genuine check-in—“Here's the story I'm telling myself. Is it true?”—can cancel a runaway narrative and turn conflict into clarity.From there, we get practical. Talk therapy can stall when it becomes fact-filing, so we show how to pair conversation with specific action plans that calm the nervous system: short daily touchpoints, reset phrases, and explicit agreements that prevent repeat hurts. We explore how amygdala activation fuels hypervigilance, why familiar behaviors suddenly read as threats, and how building felt safety changes perception itself. You'll also hear how splitting—seeing your partner as “the problem”—feeds monthly breakup cycles, and how to replace labels with observations and needs to rebuild trust.By the end, you'll have a simple framework: notice the narrative, get curious, validate impact, take ownership for repairs, and agree on the next small step. It's not about proving innocence; it's about restoring safety so love can breathe again. If this resonates, subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review telling us the one habit you'll try this week.

Desirée Andersen er PT, kostholdsveileder og bestselgende forfatter. Hun er brennende opptatt av kvinnehelse og skulle ønske at samtalen rundt mat og trening ikke ble gjort så komplisert i sosiale medier. I denne episoden spør Frida om man kan "kurere" sykdommer som endometriose og PMDD ved å spise riktig mat, og Desirée deler de beste tipsene hun har.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.asKvinnehelse-merch kan du alltid kjøpe her: https://fridagrande.no/collections/kvinnehelse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Tessa speaks with one of SHV doctors, Dr Fiona, about menstrual health and pelvic pain. They discuss why people might get period or pelvic pain, what falls outside of “normal” for periods, and Tessa describes SHV's Menstrual Health and Pelvic Pain program, funded by the Victorian Department of Health.     Resources: You can find more information on our Menstrual Health and Pelvic Pain program on our website: https://shvic.org.au/schools/menstrual-health-and-pelvic-pain-education-program   Here are some resources from Jean Hailes on topics mentioned during the podcast: Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).    For more information about SHV @ shvic.org.au.   Follow SHV on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.  Contact us directly at doingit@shvic.org.au.  Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss out.  

I. The Mission: HealCycleHealCycle is India's first cycle-aware mental health ecosystem, bridging the gap between menstrual health and mental well-being. Available on iOS and Android, the platform moves beyond simple tracking by offering science-backed insights and personalized rituals to help users navigate PMS, PMDD, and hormonal imbalances. At its core is Tara, an empathetic AI companion that ensures every user transitions from "data to dignity".II. The Founder: Ananya GroverAnanya Grover is the Founder of HealCycle. A Princeton University alumna with a background in Computer Science and Cognitive Science, Ananya is a visionary leader at the intersection of technology and empathy. She is dedicated to building accessible, evidence-based digital resources that empower women to reclaim their health narratives and understand the power of their natural rhythms.III. The Clinical Lead: Dr. Aninda SidhanaDr. Aninda Sidhana (MD, Psychiatry) is the Clinical Lead and Medical Advisor for HealCycle, providing the psychiatric rigor and clinical oversight for the platform. A specialist in Psychosexual Medicine and a UN SDG Goodwill Ambassador, she also serves as the COO-India for the Letitia Antoinette brand.Her Leadership & Advocacy: * National President of the WICCI National Women Mental Health & Wellness Council. * Hon. Assistant Secretary General of the Indian Psychiatric Society (Northern Zone). * Assistant Editor for the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine. * Founder of the Dignity Dialogues and creator of the Flip the Script and WINGS frameworks.Through her work with HealCycle, Dr. Sidhana is dedicated to shifting the global narrative from "moody" to "cyclical," ensuring health data is transformed into personal empowerment and dignity.

If you feel tired but wired, struggle with hormone imbalances, poor sleep, blood sugar crashes, or stubborn symptoms, the issue may not be what you're eating, but when. Your circadian rhythm is the master system coordinating your hormones, metabolism, digestion, and nervous system. In this episode, we break down circadian rhythm in a practical, real-life way. This isn't just about sleep. It's about how your body knows what time it is and what it should be doing. We cover how light, food timing, and movement act as biological signals for cortisol, melatonin, thyroid function, mitochondrial health, and even hormone production. We also dive into why poor sleep, PMDD, irregular cycles, afternoon crashes, and even skin flare-ups may stem from circadian disruption. If you've been focusing on supplements, elimination diets, or protocols without seeing results, this episode will show you the foundational layer you might be missing.   What You'll Learn In this episode, we discuss: What circadian rhythm actually is (and why every cell has a 24-hour clock) How cortisol and melatonin should rise and fall naturally The difference between sunrise, UVA rise, and UVB light How circadian rhythm impacts thyroid hormone conversion (T4 to T3) Simple habits to support sleep, metabolism, and nervous system regulation   Chapters 00:00 – Why circadian rhythm impacts hormones & sleep 04:14 – Every cell runs on a 24-hour clock 09:44 – Cortisol timing, digestion & metabolism explained 14:23 – Sunrise: the master reset signal 20:53 – UVA rise & hormone production (pregnenolone, thyroid, insulin) 27:45 – Sunset & melatonin preparation 32:18 – The role of food timing in circadian rhythm 35:29 – Vitamin D vs. melatonin (seasonal shifts explained) 39:09 – Movement timing & workouts 41:36 – Signs your circadian rhythm is off 45:55 – Practical habits you can implement immediately   Resources & Mentions My Circadian App Circadian Rhythm Resource Blue Light Glasses Circadian Lighting How to Turn Your iPhone Red   Want to Work With Us? Join us in the Root Cause Reset Program: https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/wellness-effect-906145 and use code "Wellness Effect" for a FREE functional lab test when you join the program. Follow us on Instagram: The Podcast: @thewellnesseffectpod Lacey Iskra - @laceeiskk Jensen - @wellnesswjensen Kira Iskra - @kiraiskk Lifestyle U have helped over 1,000+ women transform their mind and body and become the best version of themselves. Want to be next? Click Here to Apply! - https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/apply If you loved this episode and want to hear more, subscribe and leave a review! Share this episode with a friend who's ready to start their own wellness journey. Follow us on Instagram  at @thewellnesseffectpod to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and tips.  

Painful, heavy, chaotic periods have become so normalised that many women are told to simply “get on with it.” But what if that narrative is wrong?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Gemma — former NHS nurse, herbalist and founder of The Well Woman Project — to challenge the deeply rooted cultural and medical narratives around menstrual pain. We explore why period pain has been normalised, how shame and silence have shaped menstrual health care, and what it really means to reclaim agency over your body.If you've ever been told your symptoms are “just part of being a woman,” this episode is for you.In this conversation …

Hormone balance is not a supplement problem, but a foundation problem. In this episode, Dr. Jen speaks with Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, The Hormone Heroines, about how food quality, fiber, protein, sleep, stress, detox pathways, and endocrine disruptors can quietly derail hormones from puberty through menopause, and why ‘quick fix' hormone plans can backfire when the basics are missing.Dr. Jen speaks with the Hormone Heroines,  Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, about hormone balance, nutrition foundations, endocrine disruptors, sleep, stress, gut health, and why lifestyle comes before supplements or hormone therapy.Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, Hormone Heroines, are naturopathic physicians and award-winning speakers specializing in women's health from puberty through menopause. With advanced training in longevity medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, they focus on holistic, functional approaches that address root causes and help women thrive across every life stage.Their work is deeply personal. Both have navigated their own hormone challenges, including irregular cycles, PCOS, PMDD, fertility struggles, miscarriages, and thyroid-related issues. Today, they bring that lived experience into patient care, emphasizing foundational nutrition, movement, sleep, stress resilience, detox support, and thoughtful, low-and-slow hormone strategies.

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen launch a new storytelling series featuring notable voices sharing the real emotional journey behind their success. First up: content creator, author, and host of Conversations with Cam, Cameron Rogers.Cameron opens up about transitioning careers, building a brand in motherhood and mental health, and how becoming a mom reshaped her relationship with work. She shares how people-pleasing showed up early in her career, why saying no became essential after having kids, and how boundaries, therapy, and intentionality changed everything.They talk about juggling entrepreneurship and parenting, navigating PMDD while creating content, handling postpartum visibility, and learning to let go of control when stress tightens its grip. Cameron also reflects on personal growth, political identity shifts, embracing being misunderstood, and what it really means to trust your intuition while building a life and business.Find Cameron @cameronoaksrogers on Instagram and TikTok, listen to her podcast Conversations with Cam, get her journal at Quiet-Your-Mind.com, and join her Substack: Fill Your Cup. ⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:AG1: Go to DRINKAG1.com/SHRINKCHICKS to get their best offer, and for a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription orderBobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babiesQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderGreenChef: Right now, go to GreenChef.com/shrinkchicksgraza and use code shrinkchicksgraza to get started with 50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxesOlive & June: Visit OliveandJune.com/SHRINKCHICKS for 20% off your first SystemPique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/shrinkchicksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textPMDD Pyramid Private SessionsMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokEver feel like you've apologized, made peace, and then the same wound reopens weeks later? We explore why forgiveness slips through your fingers when PMDD hits, and how partners can respond in ways that quiet reactivity instead of fanning it. Drawing on hundreds of partner interviews and brain-based insights, we break down what actually happens in the luteal phase: the prefrontal cortex loses grip, the limbic system takes the wheel, and yesterday's hurt floods today's body. That shift explains why logic falls flat, why memories roar back, and why intimacy can stall even after a sincere sorry.We walk through the language that backfires and the scripts that help. Ditch minimizers like we've already talked about this or why can't you let it go and try anchors that restore safety: I know you chose forgiveness earlier, even if it feels far away; we don't have to solve this right now; let's circle back when we're clearer. You'll learn how to stop arguing facts with a brain that can't access them, and how to separate the person you love from the symptoms you're seeing. Simple reframes like this sounds like PMDD talking, this isn't the truth about you reduce shame and make reconnection possible.We also address the partner's side: the erosion of self-respect after repeated lines in the sand, the temptation to shut down, and the fixer reflex that often reads as pressure. Instead of pushing for a quick reset, practice presence, validate what feels intense, and pause permanent decisions during the luteal phase. Customization matters—each month brings different stressors and triggers—so we share a toolkit approach rather than one-size-fits-all rules. By trading courtroom energy for team energy, you can move from endless rehashing to steady repair, protect intimacy from emotional memory, and rebuild hope one calm choice at a time.If this resonates, subscribe, share with a partner who needs it, and leave a review to help others find these tools.

Send a textAmanda is joined by Shirlene Nalepa, another author inside Breakthrough Book 2 to talk about mental health, ADHD and PMDD.Included in this episode:Mental health chat - Normalizing therapy, medication and more.Talking to our kids about mental health.The transition from motherhood to who am I now?Why Shirlene decided now was the time to share her story.PMDD - What is it? What's "normal"?Follow Shirlene on IG: @the.stories.of.our.livesFollow Amanda on IG: @amanda.gurmanSupport the show

Historically, trauma research has been done primarily on men, and then applied to women's bodies as if it's going to work in the same way. But as our guest today, Somatic Emotional Processing facilitator Veronica Rottman, shares, women currently suffer from twice the rate of anxiety and depression, make up 80% of the population with autoimmune disease and are much more likely to experience burnout. Veronica is the founder of Soma School and has devoted over 40,000 hours over the past seventeen years to trauma resolution. In the conversation today she explores the female nervous systems; including how women and those socialised as female experience trauma differently inside a patriarchal culture, why the female nervous system is more prone to the freeze response and and why it's important to think carefully about how we use the term ‘regulation' when it comes to trauma resolution and our nervous systems. Veronica also has her own personal trauma healing journey from complex post-traumatic stress and in her earlier life, she experienced PMDD, menstrual pain and other symptoms, which she describes as her body revolting against the patriarchy. After practicing menstrual cycle awareness for many years, she now no longer has pelvic pain and today she shares how the practice has helped her to have a more embodied relationship to her pelvis, and to understand her cycle through sensations. We explore:The fact that Veronica hasn't encountered a woman or person experiencing PMDD who doesn't have a history of trauma whether it's more subtle, low-level and chronic, or more extreme experiences. Why somatics and wellness need to be less focused on regulation for women, and more about being with and softening into what's happening in our cyclical bodies. The role of oxytocin in the trauma response, why women experience trauma relationally, and the importance of cuddle puddles. ---Receive our free video training: Love Your Cycle, Discover the Power of Menstrual Cycle Awareness to Revolutionise Your Life - www.redschool.net/love---The Menstruality Podcast is hosted by Red School. We love hearing from you. To contact us, email info@redschool.net---Social media:Red School: @redschool - https://www.instagram.com/red.schoolSophie Jane Hardy: @sophie.jane.hardy - https://www.instagram.com/sophie.jane.hardyVeronica Rottman: @wakingwomb - https://www.instagram.com/wakingwomb

As a teenager, Kiki Jacobson silently battled depression, confused by deep hopelessness despite a loving childhood and no clear reason for her pain. Medication didn't help, and without open conversations around mental health, she carried the weight alone—until years later, when discovering she had premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) gave her clarity, language, and self-compassion. That understanding reshaped her life and inspired her to become the therapist she once needed. Today, Kiki specializes in the powerful connection between finances and mental health, helping clients unpack how money represents safety, identity, and self-worth. Through a trauma-informed approach rooted in safety and choice, she guides people from shame and avoidance to empowerment—proving confidence isn't about having it all figured out, but about believing, “I can face this.”

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Jordan talks with comedian and musician Isabel Hagen about doing stand-up with a viola, PMDD, listening back to your bad sets, regular friends vs. comedian friends, aging, fear of botox, what not to say at the meet and greet, and why Jordan set her Raya account to "bisexual".Watch Isabel's brand new stand-up special HERE.Secure your online data today by visiting ExpressVPN.com/RIP to find out how you can get up to four extra months.The RIPJJ Patreon is now live! Become a member HERE.Catch Jordan out on the road! Tickets @ https://punchup.live/jordanjensenThe RIP Jordan Jensen Theme Song is "Superstition" by Music BandFollow Jordan on YouTube, Instagram & TikTok

Send a textPMDD Pyramid Private SessionsMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokEver feel like forgiveness resets every month, no matter how many talks or apologies you've had? We dig into why PMDD turns small misunderstandings into full-blown ruptures and why the same argument keeps resurfacing in luteal, even when things felt fine days ago. I break down what's actually happening in the brain—how the prefrontal cortex goes partially offline and the limbic system goes into overdrive—so you can stop blaming willpower and start using strategies that work.Together, we separate three kinds of forgiveness that often get tangled: decisional forgiveness (the choice to move forward even when feelings lag), emotional forgiveness (calming the limbic alarm so apologies can land), and self-forgiveness (releasing the heavy shame about how you showed up in PMDD). You'll learn why talk therapy can unintentionally amplify old hurts in luteal, how to name the “PMDD brain” in real time to slow reactivity, and what it takes to create relational safety after rage—without demanding impossible guarantees. I share simple, repeatable tools: pause-and-repair scripts, scheduled re-entry after a trigger, and narrative reframing that corrects all-or-nothing thinking and restores a balanced view of your partner.We also get practical about structure. I explain the PMDD Pyramid approach—first individual sessions for the PMDD partner, then for the non-PMDD partner, and finally a short, focused joint session—to prevent re-triggering and turn insight into a clear plan. We close with ways to “seal the loop” so your nervous system stops scanning for the same threat: tiny behavior changes, a checklist for sensitive tasks, and a living “receipt of good” list that offsets negativity bias when logic is dim. If you're tired of monthly breakups, apologies that don't land, and intimacy on pause, this conversation offers a calm map out of the cycle.If this helped, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review telling me the one tool you'll try this week.

Why can one person drink coffee at night and sleep fine while another feels anxious and wired for 12 hours? Why do some people thrive on high-dose B vitamins while others spiral into panic and insomnia? Why does estrogen feel overwhelming for some but not others? The answer may lie in one powerful gene: COMT.In this episode of Wholistic Living, we break down the two COMT personality types and how they influence mood, stress response, sleep, hormones, and caffeine tolerance. Slow COMT is often the intense, driven, high-dopamine type. These individuals are focused and sharp but may be prone to anxiety, overthinking, insomnia, estrogen dominance, and caffeine sensitivity. Stress lingers in the system. Hormones feel stronger. B vitamins can overstimulate. Fast COMT is often the lower-dopamine, stimulation-seeking type. These individuals may feel less motivated or more fatigued and may rely on caffeine. They clear stress quickly but also clear dopamine quickly. Too many methyl donors like B9 and B12 can reduce dopamine even further and worsen low mood or lack of drive. In this episode, you will learn:How COMT regulates dopamine, adrenaline, and estrogen detoxWhy slow COMT can contribute to PMS, PMDD, histamine issues, and insomniaWhy fast COMT can affect motivation and moodHow methylated B vitamins influence each variant differentlyWhy caffeine tolerance is genetically influencedHow to structure your diet and lifestyle based on your COMT typeGenetics are not your destiny, but they are your blueprint. If you have ever felt wired and tired, anxious from supplements, hormonally intense, or chronically unmotivated, this episode will help you understand why. Root cause work begins with understanding your terrain.Equip Foods Grass-fed beef protein - Code: MARLAWant to work with me? email me to health@holisticspring.com

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, originally recorded during World Menopause 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

Dr. Mindy talks about Joey's knee. And then she answers questions about anxiety meds, virtual autism, age for girls to start her cycle, weight loss pills, hair loss due to Alopecia Areata, ADHD, age for allergy testing, seeing black spots during pregnancy, mixing meds, PMDD, alzheimers, bad cycles in your forties, the stranger, lady chin hairs, meds for growing hair, potential diverticulitis and a mandolin update. https://www.youtube.com/@TheDrMindyExperiment/videos See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever feel like a different person during your luteal phase? In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, board-certified fertility doctor Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with award-winning researcher and psychologist Dr. Sarah Hill, author of the groundbreaking new book The Period Brain. They move beyond "bikini medicine" to explain how estrogen and progesterone literally rewire your brain's priorities, stress response, and social connections. If you've ever wondered why your mood, energy, or motivation shifts from one week to the next, or if you've struggled with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), this episode provides the science-backed roadmap you need to work with your hormones instead of against them. What You'll Learn: - A deep dive into the "progesterone season" and how hormonal shifts change the way your amygdala processes relationship threats. They discuss why modern research has historically ignored the second half of the cycle and the importance of advocating for better data in women's health. - Understanding the clinical difference between PMS and PMDD. They explore why some women are more sensitive to these fluctuations and who may be predisposed to sensitivities. - Why "one-size-fits-all" nutrition fails. Discover why your basal metabolic rate increases during the luteal phase and how to adjust your calorie intake to support your body's increased energy needs and hormonal resilience. - The neurobiological differences between natural progesterone and synthetic progestins, and how each impacts mood, brain health, and well-being. - Tangible, approachable steps to support ovulation and increase cellular plasticity, including the role of morning sunlight, magnesium supplementation, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to help you work with your hormones instead of against them. Find Dr. Sarah Hill - Book: The Period Brain - Website: SarahEHill.com - Instagram: @SarahEHillPhD  Resources: Pre-Order The Fertility Formula ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Newsletter: nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter Instagram: @nataliecrawfordmd Youtube Channel: Natalie Crawford MD Interested in becoming a patient?: Fora Fertility Earn FREE CE/CME: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this live Q&A episode, Uncle Joe and I tackle some of the heaviest—and most common—situations men face inside marriage: supporting a wife through serious mental health challenges, staying grounded when divorce is still on the table, and learning how to lead with consistency instead of panic.   We respond to real questions from men inside the Dad Edge Alliance who are walking through postpartum depression, PMDD, emotional volatility, and marital uncertainty. This conversation is about becoming an advocate instead of a victim, choosing consistency over crisis-mode behavior, and learning how to lead yourself well—regardless of whether your marriage outcome is guaranteed. If you're in a season where hope feels thin and the work feels exhausting, this episode will remind you what leadership actually looks like when things are hard.     Timeline Summary [000] Opening reflections on fatherhood, sleepless nights, and perspective [3:18] Setting expectations for live Q&A and imperfect conversations [4:41] Corey's question: supporting a wife with postpartum depression and PMDD [6:19] Understanding PMDD as a hormonal sensitivity disorder [8:33] Why mood shifts are not character flaws or choices [9:58] Becoming an advocate instead of minimizing mental health struggles [11:05] Practical leadership: nutrition, structure, and reducing stress [12:25] Why a man's emotional and spiritual health matters most in crisis [13:10] Research on spiritual disciplines and emotional regulation [14:11] Becoming a "merchant of hope" in your household [15:00] Why men must take care of their inner world first [16:02] Corey shares his early experience inside the Dad Edge Alliance [17:02] Playing the long game and resisting discouragement [18:07] Using brotherhood instead of isolation [18:48] Announcement: Dad Edge Alliance preview call [20:15] Where to find episode resources and symptom notes [21:05] Second question: staying consistent while divorce is still mentioned [24:56] Identifying behaviors that contributed to marital breakdown [26:04] Why wives wait to see if change is real [27:16] Consistency as a non-negotiable value [28:46] Doing the work regardless of outcome [31:01] Why self-led change benefits you no matter what [32:24] Showing up as a grounded, playful, present father [33:37] Why it often gets worse before it gets better     Five Key Takeaways Mental health struggles are not character flaws, and leadership starts with education and empathy. Consistency builds trust, especially when a spouse is waiting for the "other shoe to drop." Men must do the work for themselves first, not as a strategy to save a marriage. Hope is contagious, but only if the man leading the home is grounded and regulated. Brotherhood prevents isolation, especially when marriage feels uncertain.   Links & Resources Dad Edge Alliance Preview Call (RSVP): https://thedadedge.com/preview Dad Edge Alliance (Marriage, Parenting, Health, Leadership): https://thedadedge.com/alliance All Episode Notes & Symptom Resources (Google Doc): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_4GeLtmhvbZg-ZzKvBWQyz5aneCcHCYOYfD-r0uzNnE/edit?usp=sharing Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1435     Closing Remark If you're walking through a season where leadership feels heavy and outcomes feel uncertain, remember this: your consistency, integrity, and growth still matter. Thank you for being men who show up, ask hard questions, and refuse to drift. From my heart to yours—keep going, and live legendary.

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokEver feel rock-solid about your partner one week and ready to leave the next? That whiplash isn't proof your relationship is broken—it's the PMDD lens shifting how your brain reads love, safety, and support. We unpack why the luteal phase pushes your mind into protection mode, why breakup urges feel so convincing, and how to stop emotions from masquerading as evidence.We talk through the sneaky power of “should” statements—how they create silent expectations, erase your partner's efforts, and turn love into a pass-fail test. Then we trade rules for preferences and criticism for clear requests: “I need reassurance tonight,” “I prefer a text before bed,” and “I need a quieter space.” You'll learn cycle-aware tools to pause decisions, run a PMDD reality check, and build small rituals that keep connection steady when symptoms spike. We also address misophonia and other sensory triggers, outlining ways to normalize them without blaming your partner or shaming yourself.By the end, you'll have a simple playbook: label the distortion, use a mantra to slow down, ask specifically for what helps, and defer big choices until your follicular phase. Love doesn't require perfection—just structure, language, and grace that fit a PMDD brain. If your relationship is fundamentally safe and caring, these steps can protect it from a bad phase and keep the good you've built. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more PMDD couples find practical support.

What if depression isn't “all in your head," but in your body?
In this powerful conversation, host Erin Kerry is joined by Dr. James Greenblatt, MD—one of the world's leading voices in functional and integrative psychiatry and the pioneer of low-dose nutritional lithium for mental health. For more than 30 years, Dr. Greenblatt has been sounding the alarm that psychiatry can do better. Much better. And the research finally agrees: depression is influenced by nutrient deficiencies, immune activation, gut dysfunction, endocrine imbalance, and the brain's biochemical wiring. This episode unpacks the root causes of depression, why nutritional psychiatry is essential for healing, the truth about serotonin, what clinicians get wrong about deprescribing, and the overlooked nutrients that often make the difference between struggling and thriving. If you've ever felt hopeless, stuck, or confused by your symptoms—or if traditional treatments haven't worked—this episode will help you see your mental health through an entirely new (and hopeful) lens. Key Topics: - Why nutritional psychiatry needs to be integrated into all mental health treatment plans - The role of amino acids as precursors for neurotransmitters - Serotonin and depression: science vs. marketing - What everyone should know about deprescribing antidepressants - How B vitamins impact mood, methylation, and energy production - The mineral deficiencies most commonly seen in depression - The nutritional patterns that support recovery from chronic low mood - Root causes of PMDD and natural ways to reduce symptoms - Why Vitamin D is a pivotal regulator of mood and stress - The surprising role of cholesterol and healthy fats in mental health—and why low cholesterol can increase depression risk - How functional psychiatry gets to the root cause instead of masking symptoms - A preview of Dr. Greenblatt's new book, Finally Hopeful 
Links: Website: jamesgreenblattmd.com Book: Finally Hopeful Instagram: @psychiatryredefined Join Erin's monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin's new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Send us a textIf you feel like a completely different person before your period... intense mood swings, anxiety, rage, depression, brain fog, bloating, or cravings - you're not imagining it. PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is deeply connected to how your body processes hormones, blood sugar, inflammation, and stress - and food plays a major role in all of it.In this episode, we break down how what you eat directly impacts PMDD symptoms, from emotional volatility to fatigue and sleep issues. You'll how nutrient depletion before your period affects the brain, and why skipping meals or under-eating can amplify symptoms.Support the showDive Deeper On Your Journey: ☆ Book your complimentary first acupuncture session. ☆ Let's connect on Instagram ☆ Explore The Painless Period Guide ☆ Discover the Goddess Affirmation Colouring Book

Jordan and comedian/writer/director Neal Brennan launch right into a conversation about men vs. women, evolutionary biology, using ayahuasca to cure depression, PMDD, sex, anosognosia and the most satisfying thing Neal's ever done.Check out Neal's Blocks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChnbMXHvx7ttObiOWxaE9owThe RIPJJ Patreon is now live! Become a member HERE.Catch Jordan out on the road! Tickets @ https://punchup.live/jordanjensenThe RIP Jordan Jensen Theme Song is "Superstition" by Music BandFollow Jordan on YouTube, Instagram & TikTok

Send us a textMe Before PMDD: Relationship Reset Toolkit-CouplesClick to Book a Private PMDD SessionFollow me on InstagramFollow me on TikTokEver feel like one tiny comment can tip your whole relationship over? PMDD can make the ordinary feel unbearable, not because your love changed, but because your stress response did. We pull back the curtain on how the luteal phase cranks up the body's alarm system—spiking cortisol, shrinking emotional tolerance, and distorting what you think your partner means—so neutral moments read like rejection and everyday chores feel like cliffs.We walk through real‑life flashpoints, like time management clashes and airport anxiety, to show how different nervous systems handle stress. You'll hear a simple shift—explaining the why behind your behavior—turn rigidity into care and defensiveness into teamwork. We dig into the intimacy gap that opens when fatigue pushes you into autopilot, and how two‑minute check‑ins can keep connection alive without draining your last bit of energy. Instead of chasing a stress‑free fantasy, we focus on building a responsive plan: safe time‑outs for rage, short body resets to lower baseline arousal, and weekly “release the pressure” rituals that stop micro‑triggers from stockpiling.Using the balloon metaphor, we map how unaddressed stress accumulates all month and pops during PMDD. The fix isn't a breakup or silence until it blows; it's steady processing while your brain can still think clearly. We share tools to align on hot zones before they heat up, trade roles when energy dips, and name what's happening in plain language so your partner stops feeling like the enemy. By seeing stress as a shared opponent and PMDD as a filter—not a verdict—you can protect your bond and move through the luteal phase with more clarity, compassion, and control.If this helped, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review to tell us the tool you're trying first.

In this week's episode of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, Kate is joined by Dr Judith Mohring, an internationally respected consultant organisational psychiatrist, coach, therapist and trainer with over 25 years' experience working across clinical, leadership and organisational settings.Judith brings a deeply compassionate and clinically grounded perspective to understanding ADHD in women, particularly through the lens of hormones, emotional regulation, stress and life stages.Drawing on her work training clinicians, leaders and organisations, and her passion for psychoeducation, this conversation gently challenges the idea that ADHD is static or one-size-fits-all.My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here!Key Takeaways:What it really means for neurodivergence to be diverseThe role hormonal changes (including perimenopause, PMDD and postmenopause depression) play in emotional overwhelm for womenThe impact of falling progesterone during perimenopause on ADHD symptoms, anxiety and emotional regulationWhy emotional regulation can feel more difficult during periods of stress, ageing or major life transitionsThe value of ADHD psychoeducation and neurodiversity education in helping women understand their brains and advocate for mental health supportHow greater understanding of neurobiology can reshape the way we approach self-careThe practical role of DBT for ADHD, including mindfulness and emotion regulation tools, in everyday lifeHow building an ecosystem of ADHD lifestyle tools (including mindfulness, sleep, movement and community) can support long-term wellbeingWhy raising ADHD awareness and education is essential for compassionate, effective careThis is a validating and empowering episode that invites you to see your ADHD not as something to fix, but as something to understand — with flexibility, curiosity, and kindness.Timestamps: 10:33: Empowering Women with ADHD: Advocacy and Support14:40: Understanding ADHD and Emotional Regulation23:08: The Ecosystem of Neurodiversity28:03: Transitioning from Medication to Holistic Wellbeing35:44: The Power of Journaling and Externalising ThoughtsJoin the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women...

PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) goes far beyond typical PMS, causing debilitating symptoms including extreme depression, intrusive thoughts, and reality distortion. FLOW's Sarah and Jessica sit down with Christina de la Riva, who shares her journey with diagnosis, shame, and initially thinking she was just "handling PMS poorly." Cristina also introduces the archetype of Lilith* as a framework for understanding PMDD, emphasizing how Lilith* validates the PMDD experience rather than pathologizing it.    *Often culturally constructed as a symbol of uncontrollable female rage, Lilith is reframed herein as an icon of wisdom, pleasure, and righteous anger.   As always, FLOW includes practical management strategies and a reminder to reach out for community support.    Program Notes:   Episode Links: International Association of Premenstrual Disorder (IAPMD) https://www.iapmd.org/pmdd-not-pms Pleasure Activism https://adriennemareebrown.net/ University of Amnsterdam, Hermetic History Program https://ash.uva.nl/content/research-groups/history-of-hermetic-philosophy-and-related-currents/history-of-hermetic-philosophy-and-related-currents.html The Montrose Center / TX https://montrosecenter.org/ Guest IG https://www.instagram.com/cristinadelariva/ Guest Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinadelariva27/     How's Your Flow? We wanna know (Calendly link): https://calendly.com/flowtalk/flow-talk-period-pain-stories   Presenting Sponsor: #Takeda, visit bleedingdisorders.com to learn more.   Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on  BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook  BloodStream on Twitter  BloodStream on Instagram BloodStream on TikTok BloodStream on LinkedIn   Check out Believe Limited's Other Work: Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/ Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org On the Shoulders of Giants: https://www.ontheshouldersfilm.com/   

In this solo episode, I kick off the new season from my brand-new studio and office space! I share all the details about leaving my former network, why I'm bringing the show in-house, and how I'm really following my gut throughout this whole process and trusting the universe. I dive into what you can expect from this season with new episodes, monthly themes, exciting guests, and continuing to build this community through the show. I answer listener questions from Cam's Corner on setting goals and manifesting, mental health, overcoming PMDD, and more. I share how motherhood healed my relationship with food & wellness and how I'm fully leaning into being a Disney mom! Plus, my obsession with “Heated Rivalry” and why I think every show needs to go back to weekly episode releases.Key Takeaway / Points:Kicking off the new season and new studio updatesWhy I moved the show's production in-house and the vision for the showNavigating the holiday season chaosThe power of manifesting, vision boarding, and setting goalsMental health check-in and ending my seven-year therapy relationshipOvercoming PMDD symptomsReflecting on how having kids healed my relationship with food, exercise, and wellnessOn becoming a full Disney momMy very real obsession with HBO's “Heated Rivalry”Listen to the ”Heated Rivalry” recap bonus episode with Lucy HEREFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYouTube: Cameron Rogers

Send us a textWhat if the fights, shutdowns, and spirals aren't “just hormones,” but trauma resurfacing on a monthly schedule? We take you inside the lived reality of PMDD as a trauma amplifier—how it trains the brain to expect danger, erodes emotional safety at home, and fuels shame loops that make repair feel impossible. Through a raw personal story of a New Year's trigger and years of clinical work, we map the path from unpredictable reactions to practical regulation.You'll learn why triggers aren't the cause but the clue, and how to trace them back to core wounds like abandonment, neglect, or betrayal. We break down the nervous system mechanics behind PMDD—chronic overwhelm, lost recovery windows, and hypervigilance—and show how these patterns turn jokes into jabs and routine requests into rejection. Then we shift to transformation: acceptance as accurate data, boundaries that protect connection, and action‑based tools that calm your body before your words cause damage. Think paced breathing, movement to discharge stress, repair windows after conflict, and clear scripts that slow things down when emotions surge.We also draw a firm line between partner support and therapy. Empathy, softness, and small adjustments help, but your partner cannot and should not carry the weight of your processing. Consistent counseling builds resilience across cycles so you're not rebuilding from scratch every month. If you've ever thought, “I should be over this by now,” or felt scared of who you become in luteal days, this conversation offers a grounded, compassionate roadmap. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review telling us the one trigger you're ready to transform. Your nervous system will thank you.

In this episode of SHE MD Podcast, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney are joined by psychiatrist Dr. Stacy Cohen to explore how hormones shape women's emotional health across life stages. They dive into PMDD, postpartum mental health, perimenopause, and menopause, explaining these transitions as neurological and hormonal events rather than simple mood disorders.Dr. Cohen discusses how progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone affect mood, sleep, libido, and cognition, and why low-dose supplementation can be life-changing. The conversation also clarifies when medications like SSRIs are necessary, the risks of overprescribing without psychiatric follow-up, and how to safely taper or adjust treatments. Listeners learn practical strategies to optimize mental health through hormone therapy, supplements, lifestyle changes, and nervous system regulation.The episode also covers early recognition of perimenopausal changes, postpartum support, and how to advocate for individualized care. Listeners will walk away empowered to understand the role of hormones in emotional regulation, sleep, and relationships, and to seek the care that aligns with their unique needs.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PCOS, Endometriosis, fertility, and hormonal balance. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.What You'll Learn How progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone impact mood, sleep, and libido Strategies for using hormone therapy safely during perimenopause and menopause When SSRIs or other medications may be necessary and how to use them responsibly Lifestyle and supplement strategies to support mental health naturallyKey Timestamps00:00 Introduction and episode overview03:40 Explaining what PMDD is05:50 Signs to look out for to identify if you're struggling with PMDD12:50 What the luteal phase us and why patients should be treated during that time24:20 The connection between the nervous system and hormones26:10 Postpartum depression and anxiety34:20 Appropriate use and follow-up of antidepressants41:00 Accessing therapy and psychiatric support for mental health47:40 How complicated perimenopause is57:00 Hormone therapy strategies for mood, sleep, and libido1:00:00 Lifestyle supports: supplements, exercise, and reducing caffeineKey Takeaways Hormones play a central role in women's mental health across life stages Progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone support mood, sleep, libido, and cognition SSRIs and antidepressants should be carefully monitored and not automatically lifelong Supplements, exercise, and lifestyle adjustments complement medical treatment Advocating for individualized care improves long-term emotional and physical well-beingGuest BioStacy Cohen, MD is a double board-certified psychiatrist in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. She completed her residency at the University of Chicago and Rush University where she served as Chief of Women's Health and her fellowship at UCLA Medical Center.Drawing on her background as a surgeon, artist, and healer, Dr. Cohen integrates rigorous Western medical training with a whole-person approach. Her work focuses on “rewiring” the nervous system to align the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual self. By targeting the subconscious and addressing mental health from biological, psychological, social, and spiritual perspectives, she helps patients build resilience, strength, and lasting recovery.Frustrated by the fragmentation of outpatient mental health care, Dr. Cohen founded The Moment, a collaborative community of leading professionals dedicated to truly integrative treatment.Links: Instagram: @themomenthealth Instagram: @drstacycohen Website: The Moment Health Certified menopause providers: https://www.menopause.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Camilla Brinkworth of Camilla Clare Holistic Health is a degree-qualified naturopath, clinical nutritionist, and long-time ethical vegan who specializes in helping vegans and vegetarians actually thrive—not just survive—on a plant-based diet. With over 15 years in the wellness space and clients all over the world, Camilla blends science-based naturopathy, emotional healing, and trauma-informed care to support everything from stubborn gut issues like SIBO and IBS… to burnout, hormonal chaos, and that sneaky feeling that “something's off” even when you're doing everything right. After overcoming her own struggles with PMDD, anxiety, depression, and panic attacks, all while trying to stay true to her vegan values, Camilla realized the missing piece wasn't more information. It was integration. Her work helps people reconnect to their body, understand their symptoms as signals (not failures), and thrive holistically without compromising their ethics.https://www.camillaclare.com/

Millions of women in their 30s–50s are being told they're “depressed” when their brains and hormones are simply changing. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz to unpack the truth about midlife mood shifts, rage, and the hormonal fluctuations that mimic depression but aren't the same. We break down the science of perimenopause, why women are so often misdiagnosed, and how decades of excluding women from research left major gaps in understanding how estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone shape the brain. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz reveals how hormonal changes—starting up to ten years before menopause—can transform mood, cognition, and stress, and how modern science is finally catching up to just how powerfully hormones influence the mind. About the guest:Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz is a board-certified OB/GYN and integrative women's health expert who blends conventional medicine with Ayurvedic training. A USC-trained physician with a residency at Cedars-Sinai, she supports women from adolescence through menopause and is the author of Menopause Bootcamp (Harper Wave, 2022). Her work focuses on demystifying midlife, challenging ageism in healthcare, and empowering women with science-based guidance. Follow Dr. Gilber-Lenz: Instagram: @askdrsuzanne  *** Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for more conversations at the intersection of brain science and performance. I'm committed to bringing you evidence-based insights that you can apply to your own health journey. *** A huge thank you to my sponsors for supporting this episode. Check them out and enjoy exclusive discounts: Function Health Visit https://functionhealth.com/louisa or use gift code NEURO100 at sign-up to own your health.  Thrive Market Go to https://ThriveMarket.com/neuro to get 30% off your first order, and a free $60 gift Branch Basics Take 15% off your order at https://branchbasics.com/NEURO with promo code NEURO.   Bubs Natural For a limited time only, our listeners are getting 20% OFF at https://bubsnaturals.com   by using code LOUISA at checkout VuoriGet 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/neuro  Rho Nutrition You can get 20% off with the code NEURO at https://rhonutrition.com *** I'm Louisa Nicola — clinical neurophysiologist — Alzheimer's prevention specialist — founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention. If you're committed to optimizing your brain — reducing Alzheimer's risk — and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Topics discussed:00:00 – Intro 02:07 – Early Signs of Perimenopause 03:15 – How Hormones Shift in Your 30s–50s 04:32 – Why Anxiety Spikes in Midlife 07:02 – Antidepressants vs. Hormones 09:27 – How Estrogen Shapes Mood & Neurochemistry 11:23 – PMS, PMDD, Postpartum & Perimenopause Overlap 12:25 – Perimenopause Amplifies Existing Issues 18:00 – Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone in the Brain 20:45 – AMH, Egg Quality & Fertility After 40 23:17 – Postpartum vs. Perimenopause at 40+ 26:55 – Getting Pregnant on Hormone Therapy 31:19 – Reinventing the Menopause Narrative 34:25 – Gut Health, Microbiome & Hormones 35:30 – Ayurveda's Role in Midlife Health 37:10 – The Patient Who Transformed Dr. Gilberg-Lenz's Path 43:08 – Negative Thoughts, Cortisol & Brain Aging 44:23 – Hormone Chaos, Inflammation & Cognitive Decline 48:23 – When Labs Are “Normal” but Symptoms Aren't 49:53 – How Perimenopause Should Be Treated 51:55 – The Future of Midlife Women's Healthcare 56:28 – Why the System Fails Women (and How to Navigate It) 58:02 – GLP-1s, Hormones & Longevity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Here's what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup_____Dr. Gilly Kahn spent years studying psychology before realizing how much of her own emotional world had been shaped by ADHD.Dr. Gilly earned a Master's in Experimental Psychology, a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, and built a full clinical practice before receiving her ADHD diagnosis in her early thirties. Looking back, the signs had been there all along: migraines that never made sense, intense emotional reactions, shifting hormones, and a lifelong habit of masking so well that even she missed the patterns. Like many of us, she excelled in school and in her career, which kept her symptoms invisible until they could no longer be explained away.Now based in Atlanta, Dr. Gilly specializes in neurodiversity and emotion regulation, helping women understand the parts of ADHD that rarely get named. In this conversation, she and Tracy explore why women are so often misdiagnosed, how migraines and PMDD intersect with dopamine and estrogen, and why emotional dysregulation is often the hardest part for women who appear “put together” on the outside. Dr. Gilly also breaks down the science behind sleep, memory, and hormones, and explains why trauma is often confused with ADHD in clinical settings.Her new book, Allow Me to Interrupt, brings clarity to the experiences so many women have carried silently for years and focuses on the emotional patterns that shape women's ADHD, from hormonal shifts to migraines to the pressure to stay composed even when everything feels overwhelming.Resources:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilly-kahn-m-a-ph-d-1996892b4  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgillykahn Website: https://www.drgillykahn.comArticle: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kAg0EnN_nwN1cVTM3P9cyD1wFspLg71m/view?usp=sharingSend a Message: Your Name | Email | Message If this podcast helps you understand your ADHD brain, Shift helps you train it. Practice mindset work in just 10 minutes a day. Learn more at tracyotsuka.com/shift Instead of Struggling to figure out what to do next? ADHD isn't a productivity problem. It's an identity problem. That's why most strategies don't stick—they weren't designed for how your brain actually works. Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy is different. It's a patented, science-backed coaching program that helps you stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits.

Gabby welcomes Dr. Sarah Hill, author of "The Period Brain," to discuss the science behind women's hormones, birth control, and how understanding your cycle can empower you. They explore how hormonal changes impact everything from mood and libido to decision-making and resilience, and why tracking your cycle is key to self-awareness and well-being.Key Topics:The science of the "period brain" and how hormones influence the female mind and bodyBirth control options: pros, cons, and how different generations of contraceptives affect womenThe impact of hormonal birth control on mood, libido, and partner choiceThe importance of understanding and tracking your menstrual cycleHow hormonal changes affect resilience, stress, and mental healthThe role of lifestyle, nutrition, and social support in hormonal healthStrategies for building resilience and managing PMS, PMDD, and perimenopauseThe connection between early life experiences, inflammation, and women's healthNotable Quotes:“Our brain is designed to keep us alive, not keep us happy.”“Feelings aren't facts—anxiety and fear are liars.”“Take immaculate care of yourself, especially during times of hormonal transition.”Resources Mentioned:Dr. Sarah Hill's books: "The Period Brain" and "This Is Your Brain on Birth Control"Dr. Hill's website: sarahehill.comInternational Association of Premenstrual Disorders: IAMPDConnect with Dr. Sarah Hill:Website: sarahehill.comSocial: @SarahEHillPhDTakeaway:Understanding your hormones and tracking your cycle can help you make empowered choices for your health, relationships, and well-being. Whether you're navigating birth control, PMS, or menopause, knowledge and self-compassion are key.For more on Gabby:Instagram @GabbyReece: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/TikTok @GabbyReeceOfficial https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficialThe Gabby Reece Show Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReeceHow to Use the Power of Your Hormones to Supercharge Your Life — with Dr. Sarah HillProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.