Hello Gorgeous,
Does your menstrual cycle negatively impact your life? Has that just always been the way? This week we’re highlighting PMS and PMDD. And the fact that many of us have learned to live with these symptoms because they’re ‘just part of being a woman’. Bullshit.
From pain and anxiety to bloating and sleep disturbances, these symptoms can be significant and should not just have to be endured. If you have menstrual symptoms, get help. There are solutions.
Need help getting help? Read on.
LISTEN To This
We are big fans of naturopath, Dr. Kirsten Smith. Her approach to women’s health is both refreshing and practical, offering a range of options from pharmaceutical products to natural solutions. Check out this post and you’ll know why you need to add @drkirstensmithnd to your tool kit. LISTEN TODAY
LEARN About This
Most women, and most doctors, are not taught about when menstrual cycles require medical attention. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is an extreme form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) that can have serious physical and emotional effects. And this is important because perimenopause can actually make both PMS and PMDD worse. READ TODAY
LAUGH Out Loud
Period Talk – Baroness von Sketch ShowLeave it to Baroness von Sketch to hilariously call out the stigma and shame surrounding menstrual cycles. LAUGH
We Really LOVE
Getting a Second Opinion We used to think that our doctor had the final say. But we’ve realized that no one provider has all of the answers. Getting a second opinion from another doctor, a nurse practitioner, a naturopath, or even your pharmacist is a great practice when it comes to navigating your health. Finding a certified menopause practitioner can be a great place to start. Click the button below to access The Menopause Society’s tool. SECOND OPINION
The take away this week is that we all deserve better. Better conversations, better advice, better solutions, and better care. And the way we’ll achieve better is by learning what we need to know about our bodies and asking for the help we need and deserve. Whether it’s your daughter learning to navigate puberty or a friend struggling with perimenopausal symptoms, we all know someone who deserves better. Send them this newsletter. Together, we can make a difference.
See you next Thursday.
xoxo
Mikelle and Michelle
