Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Period Story
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| Tamara Driessen: Accept What You Need In The Moment | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:52:45 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Tamara Driessen. Tamara is a tarot reader, intuitive guide, author of Luna and The Crystal Code and host of the podcast Another Phase. In this episode, Tamara shares:
Tamara says that comparison is such a trickster because it really disconnects us from ourselves. But when we accept ourselves exactly as we are or accept what we need in the moment, there's just so much power in that. Then the next breadcrumb appears, the next dot connects rather than us trying to chase something else that actually isn't meant for us in this moment. Thank you, Tamara! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Tamara: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamaradriessen_/ Website: https://www.tamaradriessen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rebecca Moore: Radical Self-Care | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:49:57 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Rebecca Moore, a breathwork and yoga teacher, spiritual guide and author of the new book Radical Self-Care: Rituals for Inner Resilience. In this episode, Rebecca shares:
Rebecca says that it’s so important that create space for ourselves, where we can just give ourselves permission to be as we are, without feeling the need to better ourselves or fix ourselves in some way. A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Rebecca: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__rebecca__moore/ Website: https://www.rebecca-moore.com Her book: Radical Self-Care: Rituals for Inner Resilience Thank you, Rebecca! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kelly Newton: I've Sold Thousands and Thousands of Pairs of Knickers | 05 Jan 2024 | 00:54:05 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Kelly Newton. Kelly is the founder and CEO of NIXI Body, a reusable leakproof underwear company. In this episode, Kelly shares:
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Kelly: Kelly says that if she can start a business, anyone can do it. Just ask questions, Google everything and go on courses! Thank you, Kelly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Amaia Arranz: Menstrual Cups Are The Most Eco-Friendly Period Product | 29 Dec 2023 | 00:53:02 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Amaia Arranz. Amaia is the CEO of Ruby Cup, an award-winning social business that works to combat period poverty around the world. In this episode, Amaia shares:
Amaia says that if you are swimming and a wave comes, you don't argue with the wave. You have to go with the wave. So if your period is coming, get angry, get pissed off, but it's coming, why not go with it and see, maybe it's not the worst thing to have a couple of quiet days once a month with your blanket and your movies and a huge bar of chocolate. Thank you, Amaia! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Amaia: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emilie Lavinia: Better Communication Leads To Better Sex | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:49:50 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Emilie Lavinia. Emilie is Cosmopolitan UK’s Sex and Relationships Editor, LGBQT+ sexologist and sex educator and a UK Delegate for UN Women. In this episode, Emilie shares:
Emilie says that why we need to teach people how to connect and how to speak to each other about sex so that we can have conversations with our partners about what we like, not fake orgasms, talk candidly about how we like to pleasure ourselves and then transfer that to a partnered experience. Thank you, Emilie! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Emilie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Natalie Meagan-Blake: Advocate For Yourself | 15 Dec 2023 | 01:00:43 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Natalie Meagan-Blake. Natalie so generously shares her story and if you think you may have endometriosis, adenomyosis or fibroids, I encourage you to listen to this episode. In this episode, Natalie shares:
Natalie says that advocating and speaking up for yourself is never a bad thing and that you should never be scared to ask for a second opinion. Thank you, Natalie! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Natalie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Annie Ridout: There's Value In Vulnerability | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:49:41 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Annie Ridout, author, journalist, ghostwriter, poet and life coach. In this episode, Annie shares:
Annie says there’s value in vulnerability and it’s important to be really honest about how you’re feeling, even if the conversation you’re starting is difficult for other people to hear. She says you don’t have to pretend that you’re feeling fine when you’re not for fear that you’ll destabilise other people. Thank you, Annie! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Annie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shakira Akabusi: Managing A Mental Health Issue Takes A Lot Of Strength | 05 May 2023 | 00:46:31 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Shakira Akabusi, the author of The StrongLikeMum Method, women’s health expert and pre and postnatal exercise specialist. In this episode, Shakira shares:
Shakira says it takes an incredible amount of strength to manage depression, anxiety or any kind of mental health issue on a daily basis and this recognition can help build resilience. Thank you, Shakira! Get in touch with Shakira: Book - The Strong Like Mum Method A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Matilda Egere-Cooper: Be Courageous | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:41:10 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Matilda Egere-Cooper, an award-winning journalist, podcast host and founder of Fly Girl Collective – a platform and community launched in 2018 to help black women and women of colour level up their wellness and lifestyle. In this episode, Matilda shares:
Matilda says that running has taught her that it’s important for us to be courageous and tackle whatever life may bring. Thank you, Matilda! Get in touch with Matilda: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dr Golnoush Golshirazi: Learn About Your Body | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:49:56 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Dr Golnoush Golshirazi, a scientist and entrepreneur who advocates for women’s health and equality in the healthcare system. She is the co-founder of ScreenMe, a patient-centric at-home testing company that looks to empower all women with scientific insight and support around their sexual and reproductive health. In this episode, Golnoush shares:
Golnoush says that learning about how your body works and getting insights into your unique needs will help you make changes that have a powerful impact on your health Thank you, Golnoush! Get in touch with Golnoush: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hana Walker-Brown: The Stories We Tell Ourselves Aren't Always The Reality | 14 Apr 2023 | 00:58:29 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Hana Walker-Brown, a multi-award winning, internationally acclaimed audio documentary and podcast maker, creative director and author of the book, A Delicate Game, which tells the story of the degenerative brain disease Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) through first-hand intimate interviews with sufferers and their families. In this episode, Hana shares:
Hana says that the big things for her in getting through everything have been to trust and forgive herself. Thank you, Hana! Get in touch with Hana: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sharn Khaira: Let Go Of Judgement | 07 Apr 2023 | 01:05:02 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Sharn Khaira, the founder of Asian Female Entrepreneur Collective who shares a powerful story of transformation across many aspects of her life - her health, her business and her personal life. In this episode, Sharn shares:
Sharn says that on an entrepreneurial journey, it’s so important to let go of judgement and stop caring about what other people think. This will help you claim your true voice and power. Thank you, Sharn! Get in touch with Sharn: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Latoya Busumbru: Keep Advocating For Yourself | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:47:38 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Latoya Busumbru, a fibroids and women’s health campaigner and advocate. In this episode, Latoya shares:
Latoya says you shouldn’t shy away from advocating for yourself. She says it’s so important to do your research so that you get the support you need. Thank you, Latoya! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Latoya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wombbae/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wombbae Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoya-busumbru-1a0912249/ Flow Wellness Ghana: https://www.instagram.com/flowwellnessgh/?locale=GB Sponsor a girl in Ghana: https://paystack.com/pay/theflowproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lorraine Candy: We Need To Talk About Perimenopause | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:46:26 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story podcast is Lorraine Candy, an award-winning journalist, editor and best-selling author. Her new book, What's Wrong With Me? 101 Things Midlife Women Need to Know is out on May 25th and available for pre-order now! In this episode, Lorraine shares:
Lorraine says that whatever age you are, it’s so important to check in on yourself everyday and ask yourself: ‘Do I want to do this?’, ’Is it serving me well?’, ‘How am I really feeling?’. Thank you, Lorraine! Get in touch with Lorraine: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Clio Wood: Better Communication Can Lead To Better Sex & More Intimacy | 24 Mar 2023 | 00:47:36 | |
My guest on today’s episode of Period Story podcast is Clio Wood, a maternal health advocate and journalist. Her first book, Get Your Mojo Back: Sex, Pleasure & Intimacy After Birth tells her own story and experiences, the experiences of other relatable, real life women and includes lots of information about sex and intimacy after birth from experts and further resources. In this episode, Clio shares:
Clio says that post-natal sex is important and that just because you’ve had a baby, you shouldn’t have to put up with whatever issue that’s stopping you from finding sexual pleasure. Thank you, Clio! Get in touch with Clio: And Breathe Wellbeing Instagram A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Katy Ewen: OCD Is A Shapeshifter | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:50:30 | |
You’re in for a real treat - on this week’s episode of Period Story, I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Katy Ewen, a reflexologist and fertility awareness educator. Katy so honestly shares her story of the effects her menstrual cycle has had on her mental health, navigating OCD and PMDD and what this means for her in the luteal phase. In this episode, Katy shares:
Katy says that understanding her menstrual cycle has given her so much insight into how to look after herself! Thank you, Katy! Get in touch with Katy: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Nina Cassells: One Menstrual Cup Can Support Five Years of a Girl's Education | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:40:33 | |
On this week’s episode of Period Story, I’m so happy to share my conversation with Nina Cassells, the founder and managing director of the charity Project Period. Nina started the charity when she was 17 (!!!), with the aim of empowering young women in Kibera, the largest slum in Kenya by providing reusable and sustainable menstrual products. In this episode, Nina shares:
Nina says that one menstrual cup can support five years of a girl’s education - how amazing is that! Thank you, Nina! Get in touch with Nina: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Carla Cressy: We Need Better Endometriosis Education | 02 Mar 2023 | 01:05:38 | |
We’re back! It’s Endometriosis Awareness Month and I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Carla Cressy, the founder and CEO of the Endometriosis Foundation. Carla is a true force in the endometriosis community, helping others gain access to care and support and providing insight into the development of national health guidelines. In this episode, Carla shares:
Carla that there’s so much misinformation around endometriosis and that doctors need a better understanding of the patient’s perspective of living with this condition. Thank you, Carla! Get in touch with Carla: The Endometriosis Foundation Website The Endometriosis Foundation Instagram The Endometriosis Foundation Facebook A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Claire Baker: Having A Menstrual Cycle Is A Gift | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:50:08 | |
For the last episode of season 6 of Period Story podcast, I’m so thrilled to share my conversation with Claire Baker, the period coach, speaker and author of the book 50 Things You Need To Know About Periods. Claire is a force in the menstrual health community, spreading the message that having a menstrual cycle can be a beautiful thing that can help you know get to know yourself better. In this episode, Claire shares:
Claire says that having a menstrual cycle is a gift and that your menstrual cycle can be your ally. Thank you, Claire! Get in touch with Claire: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch with us: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Molly Broache: Cervical Cancer Is Preventable | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:43:15 | |
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in the US and the UK and I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Molly Broache, a women’s health nurse practitioner and associate director at BD, the medical technology and diagnostic solutions company. In the episode, Molly shares:
Molly says that cervical cancer is preventable and that if you’ve put off your cervical screening, get it booked ASAP! Thank you, Molly! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tinuke Awe: Trust Your Gut and Speak Up | 06 Jan 2023 | 00:38:36 | |
I’m thrilled to share my conversation with Tinuke Awe, the co-founder of Five X More - an organisation campaigning for better Black maternal health outcomes in the UK. Tinuke is an absolute powerhouse and was named a ‘Force for Change’ by British Vogue, a ‘Woman changing the World’ by the Evening Standard, and a ‘Future Shaper’ by Marie Claire. In this episode, Tinuke shares:
Tinuke says that when in a healthcare setting, it’s so important to trust your gut and speak up - do what you need to do to get the help you need. Thank you, Tinuke! Get in touch with Tinuke: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Katie Taylor: Don't Be Scared or Afraid of Perimenopause and Menopause | 30 Dec 2022 | 00:49:36 | |
I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Katie Taylor, the founder of the Latte Lounge, an online platform to help women over 40 thrive, at home and in the workplace. This is the perfect bookend to last week’s episode, with Katie sharing a very raw and honest account of her experience of perimenopause and menopause. In this episode, Katie shares:
Katie says that it’s important not to be scared or afraid of perimenopause and menopause! Thank you, Katie! Get in touch with Katie: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fay Reid: You Can't Treat Women Differently Because They're Going Through The Menopause | 23 Dec 2022 | 00:55:16 | |
We’ve got a brilliant episode in store for you today with Fay Reid, the founder of 9to5 menopause. Fay delivers some home truths about the reality of menopause and how companies and organisations can proactively help anyone in their team experiencing menopausal symptoms at work. In this episode, Fay shares:
Fay says that you can’t treat women differently because they’re going though the menopause! Thank you, Fay! Get in touch with Fay: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ceri Jones: Food Doesn't Need To Be Complicated To Taste Good | 04 Jul 2024 | 00:33:34 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Ceri Jones, a food educator, chef and author of the new book It Starts With Veg: 100 Seasonal Suppers and Sides. In this episode, Ceri shares:
Ceri says that food doesn’t need to be complicated to taste good and starting with simple things is a great way to feel less intimidated in the kitchen. She says that a lot can be done with garlic and salt and one or two spices, the squeeze of lemon juice at the end, and adding lots of fresh herbs into your cooking. Thank you, Ceri! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Ceri: Her book: It Starts With Veg: 100 Seasonal Suppers and Sides Website: http://cerijoneschef.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cerijoneschef/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cerijoneschef Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lucy Lettice: We Deserve Better Menstrual Products | 16 Dec 2022 | 00:42:41 | |
I’m so pleased to share today’s episode with Lucy Lettice, the co-founder of &SISTERS, the femcare brand. In this episode, Lucy shares more about her mission to provide a menstrual health ecosystem offering products and services for all stages of the menstrual lifecycle, including better plastic-free period care. In this episode, Lucy shares:
Lucy says that empowering yourself with knowledge of your menstrual health is so empowering and important and can help you make better decisions about your overall health. Thank you, Lucy! Get in touch with Lucy: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Elle Linton: Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle Means You Can Train Less | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:46:37 | |
Today’s conversation with Elle Linton, the creative entrepreneur and athlete is a very nice bookend to last week’s episode. In this episode, Elle talks about how menstrual cycle awareness has been a powerful tool for her as an athlete. In this episode, Elle shares:
Elle says that tracking and understanding her menstrual cycle has helped develop a flexible and adaptable training plan that means that she can train less and make more progress. Thank you, Elle! Get in touch with Elle: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Abby Epstein: Do Your Research and Do What Works For You | 02 Dec 2022 | 01:07:38 | |
I am so thrilled to share my conversation with Abby Epstein, the director of the fascinating and evocative documentary The Business of Birth Control. Abby shares her own powerful and very personal story of self-discovery and change after taking hormonal contraceptives. In this episode, Abby shares:
Abby says that it’s so important to do your own research and find a health solution that works for you. Thank you, Abby! Get in touch with Abby: Photo credit: John Curry A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sateria Venable: You Don't Have To Suffer | 25 Nov 2022 | 00:49:10 | |
You have to listen to today’s episode of Period Story with Sateria Venable, the founder and CEO of the Fibroid Foundation. Sateria shares her story of navigating life with very heavy periods, haemorrhaging, altitude associated bleeding and fibroids. Sateria’s story is very powerful and she has grown the Fibroid Foundation out of her own very painful experiences, something she describes as very cathartic. In this episode, Sateria shares:
Sateria says that you don’t have to suffer and power through. There are many resources and information out there to help, including on the Fibroid Foundation website, Instagram page and YouTube channel. Thank you, Sateria! Get in touch with Sateria: Questions to ask your provider A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Cheryl Woodman: You Can Have Clear Skin | 18 Nov 2022 | 00:42:43 | |
If you have skin issues, you definitely need to check today’s episode of Period Story with Cheryl Woodman. Cheryl is a scientist, award-winning skincare formulator and acne expert. In this episode, Cheryl shares:
Cheryl says that if you understand the underlying biology changes of what’s causing your skin to become acne-prone, you can be empowered to take back control of your skin health and to get clear without the need for acne meds. If you want to work with Cheryl, use the code GETCLEAR20 to get 20% off her course Acne Warrior. Thank you, Cheryl! Get in touch with Cheryl: A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Coni Longden-Jefferson: Challenge Yourself To Have More Open Conversations About Periods | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:50:13 | |
We’re back! For the first episode of season 6 (!) of the Period Story podcast, I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson. Coni is a reproductive health polymath - she’s the co-founder of the period and leak-proof underwear brand Nixi Body, a writer and content creator (check out her hilarious reels on Instagram @conilj) and a host and moderator of reproductive health events. Coni and I had a fantastic conversation about menstrual shame, her journey with different forms of hormonal contraception and how she came off of them, her passion for helping others feel comfortable enough to share their reproductive health stories and experiences, and of course, the story of her very first period! Thank you, Coni! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Coni: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kerrie-Anne Bradley: Try To Match The Amount of Movement You Do With Where You're At In Your Menstrual Cycle | 04 May 2022 | 00:44:04 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Kerrie-Anne Bradley, a Pilates teacher, founder of Pilates At Your Desk, and author of Move More At Your Desk. A self-confessed ex-sloucher, her mission is to get us all moving more during the working day, in simple ways, so that we feel better in our bodies and minds. She’s so passionate about movement and splits her time working with individuals, groups and businesses globally. Kerrie-Anne and I had a great conversation about exercise and movement around the menstrual cycle, the process of writing a book and of course, the story of her very first period! Thank you, Kerrie-Anne! P.S. Kerrie-Anne has kindly offered listeners the first month of Move At Your Desk free with the code MAYDHAPPY! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Kerrie-Anne: The Move More at Your Desk book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rachel Burgess: You’ve Got To Create The Life You Want To Live | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:36:00 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Rachel Burgess, the owner of the Rachel Burgess Bridal Boutique, which she opened 10 years ago to celebrate handmade Welsh bridal wear and accessories. Rachel is truly inspiring and I'm so grateful that she opened up and shared her story. After a routine scan to follow up from a hip operation when she was 22, the results found that there was a cyst making a home on Rachel's right ovary, which was surgically removed. In 2018, after another routine check up on the remaining left ovary it was clear that another cyst was forming so that too was removed, leaving Rachel with 30% of a working ovary. Rachel just had her first period in five years and we talk about this and her evolving view of womanhood, post-surgery. And of course, Rachel shared the story of her first period. Thank you, Rachel! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Rachel: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Julie McClure: We Need To Open Up A Dialogue About Hormone Health | 17 Mar 2022 | 00:42:00 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Julie McClure, a clean and clear living expert and the founder and CEO of Hello Me, a wellness & beauty brand empowering women to take back control of their hormones and return to being the best version of themselves. Julie and I had a great conversation about what inspired her to start her company, her healing journey through breast cancer and medical menopause and of course, the story of her very first period! Thank you, Julie! P.S. Julie has kindly offered listeners 20% off Hello Me products with the code PERIODSTORY20! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Julie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| MaryEllen Reider: The Ultimate Form of Self-Care Is To Take Care of Your Health | 10 Mar 2022 | 00:49:37 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I had a very interesting and eye-opening conversation with MaryEllen Reider, the co-director of Yarlap, a wellness device to treat urinary incontinence and improve pelvic floor health. We talked about the prevalence of urinary incontinence (did you know this affects 1 in 4 women!?!), the need for better pelvic health education and of course, MaryEllen’s first period story. Listen to hear how MaryEllen’s dad helped her understand what was happening and how he bought her first menstrual products. Thank you, MaryEllen! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with MaryEllen: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dearbhail Ormond: Be The CEO of Your Health | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:43:58 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Dearbhail Ormond, the founder and CEO of frendo, a digital health solution to support endometriosis sufferers and those awaiting diagnosis. In this episode, Dearbhail shares:
Dearbhail says that you need to be the owner and CEO of your own health and that the more you empower yourself with your own knowledge about your own health and your own body and the stronger it makes your position to advocate for yourself. Thank you, Dearbhail! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Dearbhail: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Period Story Replay! Amy Peake: I Want More Girls and Women To Rise Up and Realise Their Power | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:47:07 | |
I wanted to bring back this episode of Period Story with Amy Peake, the founder of the charity Loving Humanity. Amy founded the charity in 2014 with the aim of helping women in war zones by alleviating the health problems associated with a lack of good quality and affordable menstrual pads. Since then, her work has helped to restore dignity and create social uplift for thousands of women in some of the most war-ravaged parts of the world. And crucially, it has allowed thousands of menstruating girls who would not normally have access to school to receive an education. Amy and I had a wonderful conversation about the cultural impact of menstruation, disposable vs reusable menstrual pads, how Amy has been educating herself about her menstrual cycle and hormones and of course, Amy also shared the story of her first period. We talked about Amy’s charity Loving Humanity and the powerful work it is doing in Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe to make and distribute menstrual pads and nappies to women and girls. Amy shares the story of what inspired her to start this charity and shares some of ways the charity has been able to empower women through employment, menstrual health education and support. We had a very candid discussion about the impact access to menstrual pads can have on girls and their ability to stay in education. Amy also talked about disposable vs reusable menstrual pads and how access to water and lack of privacy makes reusables mostly a non-starter. Today’s show was recorded in 2020, so please visit the Loving Humanity website for the most up to date information about the brilliant work Amy and the charity are currently doing. Amy says that she feels passionate about what she does because she wants women and girls to rise up and realise their power 💪🏽 Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Amy: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Natasha Richardson: PMS Is A Hypermedicalisation of A Perfectly Natural Phase | 23 Feb 2022 | 00:51:50 | |
I had a fantastic conversation with Natasha Richardson, the medical herbalist and women’s health expert on today’s show. After having struggled with debilitating period pain for years, Natasha discovered how natural remedies could help but was disappointed by how difficult they were to acquire. As a result, she launched her own line of products called Forage Botanicals. Natasha is an advocate for embodiment and normalising menstruation, birth and menopause. Inspired by her feminist proclivities she has researched the history of how products surrounding women’s health have affected how we relate to our bodies and the inner sexist beliefs we hold against ourselves and each other. Natasha and I talked about PMS and how a perfectly natural phase of our menstrual cycle has been hypermedicalised, PMDD, how to manage and reduce period pain and of course, the story of her first period. Thank you, Natasha! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Natasha: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Cherie Hoeger: Use Your Business As A Force For Good | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:34:08 | |
I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Cherie Hoeger. Cherie is the co-founder and CEO of Saalt, a women-owned period care company aiming to modernize reusable period care. In 2018, Saalt launched its flagship product—the Saalt period cup—with the vision of making cleaner, more sustainable period care accessible to everyone. Leading Saalt's social impact efforts, Cherie began networking with impact partners to provide their period cups to underprivileged girls and women so they could confidently manage their periods, stay in school, and lift themselves out of poverty. Now in their fourth year in business, Saalt has donated over 20,000 cups in 34 countries to create a wave of informed cup users who then act as mentors for other donation recipients. Cherie and I had a fantastic conversation about her inspiration for starting a menstrual product brand, her journey as an entrepreneur, how to try a menstrual cup and of course, the story of her first period. I can’t wait for you to hear this episode! A quick note on today’s show – we recorded this early last year, so please check the Saalt website for the most up to date information about the products. Unfortunately, there are also a few issues with the audio, so please check periodstorypod.com for a manuscript of my conversation with Cherie. Thank you, Cherie! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Cherie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dr. Tosin Ajayi-Sotubo: Ask Questions | 10 Feb 2022 | 00:45:35 | |
I'm so pleased to share my conversation with Dr. Tosin Ajayi-Sotubo. Dr. Tosin is a medical doctor working in London as a NHS & Private General Practitioner with a passion for spreading health awareness. She founded Mind Body Doctor as a friendly and accessible space to educate and inspire as many people as possible to look after their health. She has a huge focus on diversity and representation in health and wellness to reflect people from all backgrounds and walks of life. A quick note on today’s show – we recorded this early last year, so please check Dr. Tosin's website for the most up to date information about what she's up to! Dr. Tosin and I had a fantastic conversation about her work as a GP, how to best prepare for an appointment, especially when you only have 10 minutes, the importance of asking questions, diversity and inclusion in health and wellness and of course, the story of her first period. I can’t wait for you to hear this episode - Dr. Tosin is an inspiration! Thank you, Dr. Tosin! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Dr. Tosin: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Erin Holt: We Have An Innate Ability To Heal Ourselves | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:52:25 | |
The podcast is back! Welcome to season 5! We went on an unexpected hiatus last year when I realised that I was running myself ragged trying to do too many things - see clients, write a book, homeschool and sell a house. I have more breathing space again so Period Story podcast is back! Today’s podcast is such a good one. I’m so pleased to share my conversation with Erin Holt. Erin is a board-certified integrative and functional nutritionist with a feisty attitude and over a decade of clinical experience. She blends evidence-based practices, functional lab testing, energy medicine, boundary setting & humor for a unique and customized approach to women’s health. She dives deep with women to get to the root cause of their health issues and finally get answers to their mystery symptoms. A quick note on today’s show – we recorded this early last year, so please check Erin’s website for her most up to date programmes and courses! Erin and I had a fantastic conversation about boundaries, diet dogma, how to recognise intuition and of course the story of her first period. I can’t wait for you to hear this episode - Erin is a fountain of knowledge and a great person to follow on Instagram! Thank you, Erin! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Erin: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lola Ross: Moods Are What Make Us Human | 28 Jan 2021 | 00:47:34 | |
For the last episode in season 4 of Period Story podcast, I’m so excited for you to hear my conversation with Lola Ross, a fellow nutritionist and the co-founder of the amazing menstrual cycle and mood tracking app, Moody Month. If you haven’t downloaded the app already, I definitely suggest that you check it out! Lola and I talked about her work as a nutritionist, female entrepreneurship, starting the app and of course, she shared the story of her first period. Lola comes from a really big family of women, so she says the conversations around periods and bodily changes were always free and open. She says that after having her son at 23, she started to notice changes in her period, which she managed through eating in a different way. It was this journey that led her to go on to study for a degree in nutritional therapy and health sciences. She says that working with patients in student clinic brought home the the impact of diet and lifestyle in helping to modify and improve menstrual and reproductive health symptoms. We talked about the emotional shifts that can occur across the menstrual cycle, which led us nicely into a conversation about Moody Month, the menstrual cycle and mood tracking app that Lola co-founded. Lola says they wanted to reclaim the word moody. Lola says that moods are what make us human. Moods can be reflective and positive and they can equally be negative. Lola says that we need to delve deeper into our moods and why we experience them and move away from negative associations around being moody. Thank you, Lola! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Lola: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Melissa Ramos: Never Trust Your Thoughts On A Tired Brain | 14 Jan 2021 | 00:49:18 | |
I’m so excited for you to hear my conversation with Melissa Ramos, the founder of Sexy Food Therapy. Melissa and I had a fantastic conversation about her healing journey through ovarian cysts, very heavy periods, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, thyroid nodules and fibroids. And of course, we talked about her first period. She is a very inspiring woman! Melissa talked about her first period and reflected on how she felt not knowing what was happening to her. She says that from the beginning, her periods were so heavy that she would need to plan her schedule based on proximity to a washroom in order to avoid accidents. Melissa shares the journey she took to understand what was happening to her - going from practitioner to practitioner to try to address her symptoms. She says that thinking back, none of the practitioners ran any testing on her - a lot of guessing and protocols and no testing. We talked about the impact of unresolved emotional trauma on healing. Melissa says that we need make sure we value the trauma work as much as we value supplements, self-parenting, sleep and eating good food. Melissa says small things such as going to bed earlier can really make a difference. She says that when we’re sleep deprived, we’re not always going to want to eat well or think positively. She says to never trust your thoughts on a tired brain. Thank you, Melissa! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Melissa: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Nicola Rae-Wickham: Imperfection For The Win | 01 Jan 2021 | 00:48:30 | |
On this week’s episode of Period Story, I had a fantastic conversation with Nicola Rae-Wickham, the founder of A Life More Inspired. Nicola talks about the importance of being authentic, the power of imperfection and shares her fertility story. And of course, Nicola shares the story of her first period! Listen to hear Nicola share the story of the very unusual pre-class protocol her PE teacher used that led to her realising she had her first period. She says that she took it all on the chin. We talked about Nicola’s journey on and off the pill and how a suspected PCOS diagnosis led to a discovery that changed the way Nicola approached her health, wellbeing and mindset. This changed the way she approached her next pregnancy. Nicola says she went into trying to conceive the second time with a mindset of trusting, surrounding and feeling really full and whole. She says that she had to trust that her life was enough, whatever the outcome was. Nicola says that we are enough and that moving away from the trap of perfection helps us understand where we can strive to be imperfect. She says it’s so freeing to be able to rock up and trust what you know and who you are. Thank you, Nicola! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Nicola: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jenn Pike: Your Body Is Your Friend | 24 Dec 2020 | 00:47:53 | |
I know I say this every week, but I am so excited for you to hear this episode of Period Story! I spoke with Jenn Pike, a functional nutritionist and medical exercise specialist and we had a wonderful conversation about the power of our menstrual cycles, our period as a report card and the information it gives us and how to exercise in a way that is synched to your menstrual cycle. And of course, Jenn shared the story of her first period! Be prepared to take notes because Jenn shares amazing information and tips! Listen to hear the story of Jenn’s first period, which arrived when she was at Canada’s Wonderland, a Canadian amusement park (for my British listeners, think Alton Towers!). She says that when she thinks back on it, she wonders why she didn’t learn more about it at school and home. Jenn says that she now has really open conversations with her son and daughter about periods and menstrual health. It’s important for her son to understand that this isn’t something to shame girls about and he can try to take care of them instead. Jenn started tracking her menstrual cycle when she was 17 (!!!). Listen to hear why she started tracking at such a young age and what she learned about her body and how to take care of it. Jenn says that our period every month is a report card, telling us what’s happening with our bodies and giving us the opportunity to heal ourselves. She says that when you understand what your body is telling you, it will change how you show up for yourself in your life, your career, the way you move your body and so much more. Jenn wants all of us to know that our bodies are our friends and they’re not against us. Our bodies want us to feel the most vital, the most energised, the most loved and the most balanced possible! Thank you, Jenn! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Jenn: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Arianna Radji-Lee: Talk About The Stuff That Is Scary, Uncomfortable and Embarrassing | 18 Dec 2020 | 00:48:20 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I am so happy to share my candid conversation with Arianna Radji-Lee, the founder of Pachamama London. We had a fantastic conversation about birth control, how Arianna transitioned off the pill, the importance of being open and honest about what you’re going through, Arianna’s fertility journey and of course, the story of Arianna’s first period. I can’t wait for you to hear this episode! Arianna said that from the beginning she felt as though her period was negative and something that wasn’t to be spoken about. She says that she feels completely differently about it now and is very outspoken about her menstrual health. We talked about Arianna’s contraception journey and she shared that she didn’t have a period for 10 years. Once she decided to come off the pill, in preparation for starting a family, she had to relearn what having a period was like for her. Arianna also shared her fertility journey. She says that in the beginning, she became a ‘trying to conceive monster’ trying to do all the things and trying to get it right. She says that it’s challenging because she’s been so public about her fertility story. Arianna says that we need to talk about the stuff that is scary, uncomfortable and embarrassing because other people are likely going through the same thing. Thank you, Arianna! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Arianna: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hayley McFadyen: Trust Yourself | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:45:11 | |
My guest on today’s episode is Hayley McFadyen, an actor and writer, who is currently working on her first film, Bled Through, about her personal experience of menstruation. In this episode, Hayley shares:
Hayley says that it’s so important to trust yourself and not to allow anyone to tell you that you aren’t feeling something. She says that if you know there’s something wrong with your body, just push for that and ignore everyone else’s thoughts. Thank you, Hayley! A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Hayley: Crowdfunder to raise money to produce the film Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emma Mainoo: It's Courageous To Reach Out And Get The Help That You Need | 10 Dec 2020 | 00:42:08 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I am so pleased to share my conversation with Emma Mainoo, the founder of Surviving Sundays. We had a fantastic conversation about mental health, how to get help and how to help anyone around you you think may be in need. And of course, Emma shared the story of her first period! I can’t wait for you to hear this episode! Emma shared the story of her first period, which coincided with her time at an all girls Catholic convent school. She said that she really wanted to get her period because for her, it meant that she wasn’t a little girl anymore. When her period arrived, her feelings towards it changed. She says she finds her periods very limiting, heavy and painful. She says that pain has always been a part of the conversation between her and her friends about periods, so she internalised the message that this was normal. Emma shared the story of starting Surviving Sundays. She says Sundays used to be the worst day of the week for her. Listen to hear why Emma decided to make Sundays sacred, her best day of the week. Emma talks about her story of mental health and shares her advice for others who feel as through they’re at their breaking point. She says that we all have mental health, so we can all have mental health challenges. If you know someone going through a mental health challenge, Emma says the most important thing you can do is to go into any conversation with a lack of judgement and a willingness to listen. Emma says that it’s a strong and courageous thing to reach out and get the help you need. Thank you, Emma! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Emma: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Joyce Harper: I Want Women To Understand How Their Bodies Work | 03 Dec 2020 | 00:46:44 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I was so pleased to speak to Professor Joyce Harper. Joyce is the Professor of Reproductive Science at University College London in the Institute for Women’s Health where she is also Head of the Reproductive Science and Society Group and Director of Education. She has just written a book called Your Fertile Years, which will be released in April 2021. Joyce and I had a great conversation about breaking taboos around what we call our genitalia, the importance of body literacy and not over relying on menstrual cycle apps. And of course, Joyce shared the story of her first period! Joyce was 9 years old when she got her first period and she says it made her feel different and a bit abnormal because she was the only one in her year who had it. She says didn’t really feel mentally prepared for what was going to happen. We talked about the importance of parents talking about their bodies, fertility, sex and menstrual health at an age-appropriate level with their children as early as possible. Joyce says that this needs to be a continuous dialogue and include calling genitalia by their proper names so that everyone becomes more comfortable talking about these things. Joyce discussed a study she did last year with Natural Cycles, looking at over 600,000 menstrual cycles. She says that the majority of the women in this study didn’t have a 28 day menstrual cycle and that actually, a menstrual cycle between 21 and 35 days is normal. Joyce says that you shouldn’t rely on menstrual cycle apps to tell you when you’re ovulating and that you also shouldn’t get stressed if your period doesn’t arrive when the app says it will. Joyce says that it’s so important for women to learn about their bodies, learn about what happens when they’re ovulating and their cervical fluid. Thank you, Joyce! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Joyce: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jen Wright: Listen To Your Body When It Tells You To Rest | 26 Nov 2020 | 00:41:27 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, we have Jen Wright, who is a cyclical living mentor. She supports creatives working with their natural rhythms - menstrual, lunar, seasonal - as they build their small business. I really loved this conversation - we talked about the importance of rest, the power of working with your menstrual cycle and Jen shared her own story. Jen has just launched Life, Aligned, a 3 month productivity and wellness journal. I can’t wait to get my copy! Jen shared the story of her first period and how she felt shame and embarrassment about it. She says she always felt that it had to be a secret, hidden thing. Jen says that she’s lost any shame and embarrassment and thinks she’s perhaps a bit too open about her period (I love it!). Listen to hear about how Jen’s fertility journey forced her to learn more about her menstrual health and how she fought for what was right for her personally. Jen uses everything she’s learned in her work as a mentor and she talks about she helps her clients connect with the highs and lows of energy across their menstrual cycle. She says that if your body is saying that it’s time to rest, then listen to your body, rest and you will be so much more productive. Jen also talked about how to use the lunar phases as a way for people who don’t have periods to connect for the ebbs and flows of their energy. Jen says that it’s so important to listen to our bodies and that rest isn’t selfish. Thank you, Jen! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Jen: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Dr. Dani Gordon: CBD And Botanical Medicine Is About Empowering Yourself | 19 Nov 2020 | 00:46:23 | |
On today’s episode of Period Story, I had the pleasure of speaking to Dr Dani Gordon, an expert in CBD and cannabis medicine and the author of the book, the CBD Bible. Dani is a double board certified medical doctor and integrative medicine physician. She has advised the UN, governments and physician bodies on the use of medical cannabis and also co-founded the UK Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society, trained the UK's first cannabis medicine specialists and helped set up the UK's first cannabis medicine clinics.For anyone that’s interested in CBD, especially its use for period pain, this episode is a must-listen! We talked about Dani’s first period and how she learned to manage her menstrual health as a competitive swimmer. She says she felt really empowered by her first period and really supported by her mom during this time. We talked about the link between stress and changes in periods and menstrual cycles (something I’m seeing a lot right now!). Dani shared how as she got older, she started to link the heavy periods she was experiencing with stress and what she did to manage this stress. Her doctor told her that her only option was to suppress the hormone imbalances and bad periods with the pill 🥴 Listen to hear how Dani gradually realised there were other things she could do to manage and improve her menstrual health. Dani talks about how she started out as a conventionally trained medical doctor and told me what inspired her to shift to integrative medicine and to ultimately focus on CBD and cannabis medicine. She shares how her patients opened her eyes to the benefits of cannabis for chronic pain relief and this inspired her to learn more. Listen to learn the difference between CBD and THC, what the endocannabinoid system is and the wide range of conditions CBD can help with (including period pain!). The world of CBD is rapidly growing in the UK and Dani shares her top tips on how to choose the right type for you, including ways to access medicinal cannabis for severe conditions. Dani says that CBD and botanical medicine is about empowering yourself about your health and wellness and taking control back. Thank you, Dani! Get in touch: Tweet and IG @periodstorypod Get in touch with Dani: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||