I’m so pleased to speak to Donna Dia, the founder of the Beauty Beat, the UK’s only luxury beauty event for women of colour on today's episode of Period Story podcast. In this episode, Donna shares: Why having a very light period and being able to wear white jeans isn’t always a good thing How a thin uterine lining led to fertility complications How a routine D&C after a missed miscarriage led to Asherman’s syndrome The research she did to understand Asherman’s The long and traumatic journey, including multiple surgeries, to help her uterine lining grow How her fertility journey lead to the Beauty BeatWhy the Beauty Beat is a dedicated event for women of colour and Black beauty The why behind THEE Beauty Beat goody bagAnd of course, the story of her first period Donna says that it’s valuable to learn about your gynaecological health, whether you have a light or heavy period, so that you can advocate for yourself and be the champion of your health. Thank you, Donna!Get in touch with Donna:TikTokInstagram The Beauty Beat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I’m so pleased to speak to Jen Moore, a medical campaigner and author of the new book, Endometriosis: Understand your symptoms, Get the right treatment, Reclaim your life on today's episode of Period Story podcast. In this episode, Jen shares: Why it took 22 years to finally get an endometriosis diagnosis How a failed surgery led to her groundbreaking medical gaslighting campaign They Said What?How therapy helped her with the emotional healing required after having a hysterectomy How she almost needed a new endometriosis diagnosis after her hysterectomy due to the spread of the condition on her ovaries, bowels, kidneys and bladderHow a casual conversation with a friend led to her writing a book on endometriosis Her advice for those struggling to get a diagnosisAnd of course, the story of her first period Jen says that endometriosis is such an individual condition and it’s so important that we don’t compare journeys - the only comparison is with yourself. Thank you, Jen!Get in touch with Jen:Her bookInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My next guest on season 10 of Period Story podcast is Kat Pither. Kat is the founder of Yogi Bare, the global yoga brand and movement community and co-founder of Healthy Metal, a magnesium supplement. In this episode, Kat shares: The story of her pregnancy loss through ectopic pregnancyHer initial feeling of relief after losing her period due to disordered eating and substance abuseHer journey in nourishment to get her period back, including stepping away from the rules, styles and labels prevalent in the yoga and wellness worlds How a wall chart with colourful fun stickers has helped her get back in touch with her menstrual cycle How a yoga practice with a lot of self-touch, softness and playfulness helps her slow down and reconnectThe authenticity behind her yoga brand Yogi BareAnd of course, the story of her first period Kat says that instead of looking outwards, it’s important that we look inwards and find the celebration and joy in our bodies.Thank you, Kat!Get in touch with Kat:Whats Good Kat - IGYogi Bare - IGHealthy Metal - IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Season 10 of the podcast is here! I'm excited to share that my guest on the first episode of season 10 is Melissa Hemsley, a former private chef turned best-selling author, including her most recent book Real Healthy - Unprocess Your Diet With Easy Everyday Recipes. In this episode, Melissa shares: Her fertility journeyWhat she’s doing to prepare for her next embryo transfer, including how she’s nourishing herselfThe wise words her dear friend Emma Cannon, the renowned fertility acupuncturist, shared with her Why she’s gone back to school to study nutritional therapy and what she wants to do afterwardsAnd of course, the story of her first period Melissa says that it’s so important to find lovely people in your life that you can speak to, not be afraid to lean on and ask for help when you need it. Thank you, Melissa!Get in touch with Melissa:InstagramSubstack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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: What it meant to be diagnosed with PCOS and anovulatory infertility Her experience coming off the pill and reconnecting with her menstrual cycle Some of the habits she incorporated to kickstart ovulation and regular menstrual cycles How to reconnect with your intuition Why it’s important to slow down to be able to speed upThe real deal on manifestation and why it’s so important to find peace in your here and now And of course, the story of her first period 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet 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.
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: Healthy ways to get your daily D.O.S.E (dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, endorphins)The importance of rituals The sacred morning ritual that she always starts her day with Why self-soothing isn’t just for childrenHow to do one of the self-soothing rituals, bhramari breath Why we all need radical self-careThe importance of knowing your limits and setting clear boundaries And of course, the story of her first period 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet in touch with Rebecca: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__rebecca__moore/Website: https://www.rebecca-moore.comHer book: Radical Self-Care: Rituals for Inner ResilienceThank you, Rebecca! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My guest on today’s episode is Latoya Busumbru, a fibroids and women’s health campaigner and advocate. In this episode, Latoya shares: How fainting and vomiting during her period led her to realise that her menstrual experience was very different to that of her friends Why it took her over 4 years to receive a fibroid diagnosis The symptoms that led her doctor to take her concerns seriously Her negative experience of the copper coilThe changes she made to reduce the painful periods and manage the growth of the remaining fibroids What inspired her to start Womb BaeThe campaigning work she’s doing in Ghana to help reduce period povertyAnd of course, the story of her first period 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet in touch with Latoya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wombbae/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wombbaeLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoya-busumbru-1a0912249/ Flow Wellness Ghana: https://www.instagram.com/flowwellnessgh/?locale=GBSponsor a girl in Ghana: https://paystack.com/pay/theflowproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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: Why she feels so open and free about talking about her period The career transition she made from managing orchestras to becoming a chef and food writer The joy she finds in cooking and helping others learn to cookHow an in person class can help anyone feel less intimidated by cooking How her new book can help you get to grips with seasonal eatingA few tips and tricks for choosing the best quality veg when you’re out grocery shopping The process of writing a cookbook (including the costs!)And of course, the story of her first period 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet in touch with Ceri: Her book: It Starts With Veg: 100 Seasonal Suppers and SidesWebsite: http://cerijoneschef.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cerijoneschef/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cerijoneschef Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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: The traumatic event that happened at the beginning of her menstruating years How having very heavy and excruciating periods affected her school and university yearsWhat it took for her to finally receive a stage 4 endometriosis diagnosisThe joyful validation that getting a diagnosis provided her withThe inspiration for starting frendoHow you can improve your experience at work if you have endometriosis What happened after she had her miracle baby and the drastic step she need to take to manage her symptoms 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet in touch with Dearbhail:FrendoFrendo InstagramDearbhail’s Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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: What it was like to start her period at 14 years old, well after all of her friendsHow being given a tampon to use was a confronting experience How TikTok helped her realise that her shoulder pain was linked to her period How experiencing stitches during her period led her to a self-diagnosis of diaphragmatic endometriosis What she did to eventually receive a clinical diagnosis How she was able to advocate for herself, even when doctors didn’t believe she had endometriosis The inspiration for her film Bled Through (go to this link to support the crowdfunder to make this film!)And of course, the story of her first periodHayley 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.comGet in touch:Tweet and IG @periodstorypodEmail periodstorypod@gmail.comGet in touch with Hayley:InstagramCrowdfunder to raise money to produce the film Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.