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What do you think 'Sexuality' means? Is it just a sexual act? Is it everything about you? Is it who you are attracted to?
Mating in CaptivityCome As You AreGrowing Up Disabled in Australia Love FactuallyLove Stories by Women of ColourDessert Flower Men Who Hate Women The Hospital by the RiverShe Wants ItThe Ethical SlutThe Body Keeps the Score Three WomenGrowing Up Queer in Australia Say Hello We Are All Freaks Period Queen KinkA Different Kind if DaughterGames People Play
Jordina Quain is an incredible sexologist out in the world educating on all things sexuality and in this episode, you'll hear just how absolutely massive the scope of sexuality actually is.
With a huge part of her work being within the field of sexuality and disability, we also talk about shame and the level of acceptance by wider society, what sexuality means and why it is so important to talk openly about body parts and what their names are.
It's a fricken awesome chat with an extremely passionate crazy sex lady and we can't get enough.
We drop a few uncensored words in this one, just a heads up.
Want to learn more? Follow @jordinaquain or @secca_org ! Want to know EVEN more? Check out the below resources.
And if you are interested in a clitoris and want to be part of the fundraising fun, reach out to Jordi directly.
BooksPodcasts
Where Do We BeginDisability After DarkPeriod QueenTV/Movie
Love on the SpectrumPrinciples of Pleasure Big MouthSex Education KinseyMasters of Sex
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I know a lot of incredible people and Bri is definitely one of them.
My bloody gorgeous friend Bri Clark, a musician, songwriter and fresh rescue dog Mum, was diagnosed with Lupus when she was 23 years old. A chronic autoimmune condition which attacks her blood.
In this episode, we talk about a lot and cover topics such as what it feels like to have an autoimmune condition, the different tiers of a flare and what it actually means to be immunocompromised in a world with COVID-19.
Check Bri out at @briclarkmusic , I might be biased but she is very great. Follow @congratulationsitsacyst while you are at it!
Few naughty words in this one, just a heads up.
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The anxiety episode you've been asking for is here! And Lou from The Anxiety Project has EXPERIENCE.
Lou and I have been chatting for.. probably close to a couple of years now and we just couldn't catch each-other! But we finally made it and it felt beautiful.
In this one, you'll hear about what anxiety is and Lou's personal journey with anxiety for over 20 years. It's a personal chat where we touch on the importance of knowing who you are as a person and why this is critical for your mental health and healing.
If you are interested in working with Lou, check out her upcoming Confidence to Be™ Mastermind at https://theanxietyproject.com.au/confidence-to-be-waitlist/ or the Getting Vulnerable Podcast: https://theanxietyproject.com.au/podcast/
Follow @the.anxietyproject to keep up to date and give us a cheeky follow @congratulationsitsacyst while you are at it.
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We are BACK with the sophomore season of Congratulations! It's a Cyst! Our first guest? Oof have we got a treat for you..
It is the incredible Lucy Peach, the one and only period preacher you need in your day to day immediately.
Long time songwriter, performer and author of Period Queen, Lucy is a guest I was absolutely buzzing to chat to. We talk about the phases of your cycle, the different mediums she uses to spread the word and how amazing it is to be a cyclical creature.
Wanna' learn more? Well you are in LUCK! You'll hear us talk about Lucy's new resource, Explore Your Power. Go to https://www.lucypeach.com/courses and type in KAILA-LP for a cheeky 10% off. New to the world of the menstrual cycle? Meet Your Power is a great place to start and the code will work for you too.
Follow @lucypeaches to keep up to date and give us a cheeky follow @congratulationsitsacyst while you are at it.
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It's been a huge year! And this episode is COMPLETELY different to what it was supposed to be, but here it is. Raw as the day I was born and a big thank you for supporting CIAC throughout 2021.
I've given my reasons for some books I loved this year and some sneaky goss for what to expect from Congratulations! It's a Cyst in Season 2.
Don't go anywhere! We'll be back in February.
1. Period Queen - Lucy Peach
2. How to Endo - Bridget Hustwaite
3. Beyond the Gender Binary - Alok Vaid-Menon
4. Period Repair Manual / Hormone Repair Manual - Lara Briden
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The most highly requested topic is finally here in episode form and we are lucky enough to have the extremely overqualified and hugely knowledgable Megan Haralampou, also known as The Biomedical Naturopath!
With qualifications as a Naturopath, Herbalist, Nutritionist and a cheeky Biomedical Science degree to top it all off, we know you are going to get a LOT out of it.
This episode is absolutely bustin' out of the blister pack with information about what The Pill is, the forms it comes in, what your hormones are doing both on and off The Pill and how we can transition our body off hormonal contraception.
You can find the incredible Megan at @thebiomedicalnaturopath and www.thebiomedicalnaturopath.com
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This is a chunky episode full of incredible information about something 90% of the population experience. Your favourite unpredictable foe - Acne!
We are so lucky to nab Emilia for this episode, a UK based Nutritionist specialising in the field of acne who has come from a background of personal experience.
In this episode you'll hear all about what acne is, how your blood sugar levels can send your hormones all over the place and why balancing them is so important. But it doesn't stop there.. we've got pearlers on the skin barrier, gut health, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and histamine scattered throughout.
To top it all off, we chat about some great foods to add to your diet, some foods to keep an eye on and whether drinking water is the be all and end all of skin health.
Check out the amazing Emilia at @emilianutrition or book an online appointment at www.emilianutrition.co.uk.
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We've got a wholesome episode for you this time around with the incredible Selin Aydan, a registered dietitian with a HUGE amount of knowledge in the field of fibroids.
You'll hear SO much incredible information including what they are, the symptoms you may experience (alongside the likelihood of being asymptomatic) and why fibroids are more common in people of colour.
It's a great one and we had a lot of questions about this hot topic so tune in and let us know what you think!
Selin has a completely online practice and you can find her at @fibroid.fertility.dietitian to book in a consult.
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In this episode, we have a chat to Dr Amani Harris, an Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Fertility Specialist & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon. Is it possible we could have found someone better to chat to about what to expect when going in for a laparoscopy? Nah, not possible.
If you are planning to go in for a laparoscopy, had one recently, or even just want to learn more, this episode covers a lot of ground. You'll hear all about why this procedure may be necessary, how the procedure is performed, robotic options and all the tips and tricks when in recovery.
You can find Dr Amani at @dramaniharris or www.anaria.com.au.
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Curious about whether you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? Don't understand weird symptoms you have been having lately?
I hear ya! And this episode is here to help. Kaila takes a dive into the Rotterdam Criteria, a set of three diagnostic findings developed by experts in 2003 to determine whether an individual has PCOS.
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Sources used in this episode:
How is PCOS Diagnosed
https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/pcos/how-is-pcos-diagnosed
You might Not Have PCOS
https://larabriden.com/you-might-not-have-pcos/
And if you are interested in the book mentioned in this episode..
The Period Repair Manual Sample
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TW: Body Image & Disordered Eating
There are so many facets to health and how we perceive ourselves is a big one. In this episode, we chat to the amazing Sabine McKenzie, a body image educator on a mission to help you get past the physical.
We cover a lot of ground in this one and you'll hear a little bit about both of our experiences with body image, food anxiety and disordered eating as well as some great information about what influences body image and why we shouldn't be holding how we look in such high regard.
To find out more about Sabine, check out @sabine.mckenzie and www.coreconfidence.net while you are smashing your scales to pieces.
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In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the queen of analogies! Introducing Stef, an incredibly knowledgable and easy to digest dietitian specialising in nutrition for endometriosis.
You'll hear all about what endometriosis is, the treatment options available and the lifestyle and nutrition tweaks you can use to ease symptoms. We also touch on the lesser known adenomyosis and the excitement of innovative treatments on the horizon for an invisible illness without a cure.
You can find Stef on instagram @endo.dietitian or through the website www.thedietologist.com.au. Interested in hearing more about what Stef has to say? Check out the amazing Fertility Friendly Food Podcast or the all the phenomenal resources available on instagram and the website.
While you are at it, check out https://www.qendo.org.au/ for information about endo, adeno, PCOS and so much more.
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It is so important for us to be aware of the significant proportion of individuals who have struggled with infertility and the venture of starting a family.
In this episode, we chat with Erica Price. An amazing individual I have been lucky to know since our time working together (quite a few) years ago. She has generously shared her journey with infertility and the miracle of egg donation which helped to her reach the goal of a big family.
Erica is a life coach with a lot of life experience and you can reach her at @west _oz_life and https://www.ericapricecoaching.com/ . If you would like to hear more stories like this, Erica also hosts a podcast; Creative Conception, with amazing guests who share their stories.
We understand this topic may be triggering for some audiences and listener discretion is advised.
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The chocolate episode we've all been waiting for! This one is a chunky one chocked full of information about the purest form of this delectable food source, cacao paste.
We chat to Yas and Mitch from Cacao Collective about the benefits of Ceremonial Cacao and how to slot it into your daily routine. There is a bunch of great information about the nutritional profile of this nutritionally dense and delicious plant and the benefits for PCOS and the menstrual cycle.
You'll also hear us chat about mindfulness and breathwork to complement your new daily routine and dosage recommendations to get you started.
Want more information? Find Cacao Collective on instagram at @cacaocollective and through their website - www.cacaocollective.com.au
Interested in the upcoming event mentioned in this episode? Follow the link below!https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/altered-states-level-1-cacao-breathwork-sensory-immersion-tickets-148728798841?aff=efbeventtix
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We've made it half way through the first season of Congratulations! It's a Cyst and we can barely believe it!
It was originally in the stars for Episode 10 to be the final addition to Season 1 however, the stars have aligned and we have WAY too many amazing people willing to donate their time to the cause of health education.
Because of this, we will be extending the season out to 20 episodes before we take a well deserved couple of months off and come back with a strong Season 2.
Today, Kaila answers some of your questions about the menstrual cycle with help from some reputable sources (which you can fact check through the links below). Over the next couple of weeks, you'll see us post some facts & myths about this topic and we would love for you to get involved! Make sure you are following @congratulationsitsacyst and enter out giveaway while you are there.
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Sources used in this episode:
What does the color of period blood mean?https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324848
Menstrual cycle: What's normal, what's not
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/womens-health/in-depth/menstrual-cycle/art-20047186
Islamic and Jewish Law on the Colors of Menstrual Blood
https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.13173/zeitdeutmorggese.164.1.0097
Knowledge, readiness, and myths about menstruation among students at the Princess Noura University
https://www.jfmpc.com/article.asp?issn=2249-4863;year=2018;volume=7;issue=6;spage=1197;epage=1202;aulast=Alharbi -
Since kicking Congratulations! It's a Cyst off, we have been lucky enough to spend some time with amazing and knowledgeable people. Our next guest, Ashli, is no exception!
Ash is the founder of the incredibly inclusive and revolutionary skin care brand, Yours Only Co with an accompanying informative podcast, Allergy Proof. While this may be enough of an achievement alone, not only is Ash out there changing lives one lick of moisturiser at a time, she also fronts the content and ideation agency Pep Creative.
In this episode of CIAC, you'll hear about Ash's road to diagnosis with Hashimoto's Disease, SIBO and the importance of minimising a few key ingredients in the products we use every day. If you have 'dramatic skin', this is the episode to listen to.
Interested? Find Ash's incredible creations at @yoursonlyco and www.yoursonly.co
Feel like also donating to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital? Find them here https://www.slhd.nsw.gov.au/rpa/allergy/default.html
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Have you got gut issues or been told to give the FODMAP diet a go? Gut health can be such a confusing topic and it is so important to find the right specialist to help you work through any questions you have.
Enter stage left, Chelsea McCallum! Chels is an incredible Dietitian specialising in IBS and the FODMAP diet and is a one stop shop for everything gut health. We cover so much in such a short time during this episode and her knowledge and passion in this field is so completely apparent.
You can find Chelsea on Instagram @ibs_dietitian or www.dietitianchelsea.com.
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Next up, we are so excited about this episode of Congraatulations! It's a Cyst with the phenomenal Jennifer Tweedie from Lifecare Physiotherapy!
Jenny is a Women's Health Physiotherapist specialising in all things pelvic floor who has been improving the quality of life of those she treats for years. You'll hear all about what makes up the pelvic floor, the symptoms of tightness and weakness in this area and the benefit of letting your belly out.
A very loud parrot named Nimbus makes his debut in this episode, we promise we won't be making a habit of it (even if he is adorable).
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TW: Trauma
In this episode of Congratulations! It's a Cyst, we speak to Ashleigh Enness, an amazing yoga teacher with an unquenchable passion for learning about the body and brain and drive to use this knowledge for the benefit of others.
With more hours of yoga training than you could wave your hat at, Ash has settled into the incredible field of teaching yoga for mental health. We discuss the impact of trauma on the body and how this type of yoga can help from an evidence based perspective.
You'll find Ash teaching at the Trauma Centre in Morley and Ethos Fit in Mount Hawthorn. Check out her instagram @yogawithashperth for further information about her online offerings.
Please be advised, this topics discussed in this episode may not be suitable for all audiences.
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On Congratulations! It's a Cyst, we'll be dealing with some heavy and sensitive topics and sometimes you might just need a little bit of the softer side of life.
Introducing 'How Do You Look After Yourself'.
We'll be throwing these in here and there and nobody will be an expert in anything they are talking about. It's just, what we do to look after ourselves.
In this episode, Kaila has a chat to one of her amazing friends, Hayley Ayres about moisturisers, acne and believing pretty much any beauty advice that comes your way.
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