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My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Maya Oppenheim, the Women’s Correspondent at the Independent, which is the only role like this at a UK news outlet.
In this episode, Maya shares:
How she pitched and landed her role as the first Women’s Correspondent at a UK news outlet, where she writes stories from a women’s and gender angle The range of topics she covers in this role, including domestic abuse, abortion rights, childcare, poverty, periods, the criminal justice system The story she’s most proud of - ‘The Murky Online World of Andrew T*te and Pick Up Artists’ and the troubling, misogynistic content she uncovered in her investigation The trolling she receives online and the topics that tend to result in the most angry responsesThe inspiration for her first book, The Pocket Guide To The Patriarchy And of course, the story of her first periodMaya says that the way that each person chooses to shine a light on injustice will be different, but it’s important, whatever it is that you want to do, to do something to try to make the world a better place.
Thank you, Maya!
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My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Ellamae Fullalove, the poet, founder of the shame shaking community, storytelling and events platform, Va Va Womb and MRKH advocate.
In this episode, Ellamae shares:
How not getting her first period led to a diagnosis of MRKH, a condition that affects 1 in 5,000, in which the uterus and cervix is underdeveloped or absent and the vagina is shortenedHow she was diagnosed by the specialist team at Queen Charlotte’s Hospital in London The emotional side of the diagnosis and how she went from hiding it to helping others with MRKH advocate for themselves How to get an MRKH diagnosis How she’ll tackle the fertility side of MRKH, including the surrogacy campaigning work she does How she and a friend set up Vagina Fest How poetry and being creative is cathartic for herEllamae says that it’s so important to find your people and support network so there’s someone you can confide in. Telling your story is important and empowering.
Thank you, Ellamae!
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My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Jess Bolton, the opposable thumbs behind Worried Whippet, a social media platform that is a celebration of everyday bravery through the eyes of a small dog.
In this episode, Jess shares:
The symptoms and experience that led to her seeking out an ADHD diagnosis What the ADHD tax is and how it has affected her How she’s been able to use her diagnosis to positively benefit her business and the way she works Why she made an Instagram account for her dog and the amazing opportunities that have come from this How talking about her dog’s anxiety has led others to have conversations about their own mental healthWhy she focused on bravery in her first book Worried Whippet: Inspiration to be BraveHer new podcast Brave Little Podcast And of course, the story of her first periodJess says whatever's weighing on you, whatever feelings you're contending with, they're probably a completely appropriate response to whatever's happening around you. And the best thing you can do is find somebody you trust or somebody with authority and talk to them about it.
Thank you, Jess!
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Book - Worried Whippet: Inspiration To Be Brave
Human Jess - Instagram
Worried Whippet - Instagram
Brave Little Podcast
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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:
The embarrassment she felt when she first got her periodHow playing sports helped her deal with having endometriosis Her menopause storyThe importance of a holistic approach to keeping your pelvic floor healthy How she was able to move from being embarrassed to talking about her period to talking so openly about pelvic floors and vaginal health on TVThe impact sport and exercise has on her mental health How she started a business in her 40s and how she supports other women who are setting up businesses And of course, the story of her first periodA transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
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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!
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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:
What it was like getting her period as a teenage girl in Spain in the 90s How getting her period was a combination of being a part of a VIP cool girl club with a big dose of shame attached Some of the myths she learned growing up around tampons, virginity and sexHow menstrual cups work and exactly how to use one The social mission at the heart of Ruby Cup, including their buy one, give one model How they work with their NGO partners to provide menstrual education and to ensure there are the right conditions, including clean water, to use a menstrual cup safelyAnd of course, the story of her first periodAmaia 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!
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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:
The endocrine condition that means that she doesn’t really have periods that oftenThe difference between good and bad sex educationWhat the orgasm gap is and how women can have better orgasms (and sex!) with their partners How to instigate a conversation with your partner about how to have better sex and more pleasure How social media censorship and ‘algo speak’ is impacting the way we speak and learn about gender and sexuality Her advocacy work with UN Women And of course, the story of her first periodEmilie 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!
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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:
Why she decided to be so open about having endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS and fibroidsHow opening up created a community and safe space for people to talk about their experiences and learn how to advocate for themselves How long it took her to finally be diagnosed and the impact of race in this The impact these conditions have on her fertility and how she’s tackling this And of course, the story of her first periodNatalie 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!
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My guest on today’s episode of Period Story is Annie Ridout, author, journalist, ghostwriter, poet and life coach.
In this episode, Annie shares:
Her sober curious journey and how she’s able to find a balance Her writing career, Substack and the diverse ways she’s able to earn an incomeHer fascinating new ghostwriting careerHer new podcast, Home, which explores the idea of whether home is where we were raised, or where we are now and the part this plays in our identityHow she has open conversations with her children about periods And of course, the story of her first periodAnnie 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!
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Home Podcast
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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:
How a few careless words from a doctor led to post-natal anxiety and OCDWhat her therapist told her that changed her perspective on the anxiety How she tailors the way she exercises depending on where she is in her menstrual cycle How she’s able to do everything she does as well as be a mum of 4 children And of course, the story of her first periodShakira 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:
Instagram
Website
Book - The Strong Like Mum Method
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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:
How eating less sugar reduced her period pain The fitness and wellness journey that led to her getting into running The value of community in helping her stick with running How to start running How runcations help her explore new cities How she finds running marathons character building The experience of running an ultramarathon And of course, the story of her first periodMatilda says that running has taught her that it’s important for us to be courageous and tackle whatever life may bring.
Thank you, Matilda!
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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:
How it took her £6,000 to find out she had endometriosis The fluke that led to her diagnosis What she did when her doctor that her that she had to do her own research to figure out a non-hormonal treatment strategy How recurring UTIs led to her starting an at-home testing company The importance of the vaginal microbiome and how it’s very different to the gut microbiome What you can do to improve your vaginal microbiomeAnd of course, the story of her first periodGolnoush 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!
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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:
How lockdown led to her realising she might have ADHDThe value of Right to Choose in helping her get an ADHD diagnosisThat there’s no blueprint for ADHD but there are commonalities How having a diagnosis gave her an explanation for certain feelings and behaviours How she’s had to move forward with more grace and kindness Her new podcast Late to the Party, which is about navigating neurodiversity as an adult And of course, the story of her first periodHana says that the big things for her in getting through everything have been to trust and forgive herself.
Thank you, Hana!
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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:
What happened when she thought she might have ovarian cancer What she did to manage her symptoms once she was diagnosed with PCOSHow she challenged the Asian cultural norms she grew up to build two successful businesses How she helps other Asian women overcome cultural mindset blocks that get in their way of becoming entrepreneursWhat she did when she was faced with bullying And of course, the story of her first periodSharn 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!
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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:
How she realised the extreme anxiety, panic attacks, heavy periods and night sweats she was experiencing in her late 40s were actually symptoms of perimenopauseThe differences between Gen X, millennial and Gen Z women in how they approach menstrual and hormone health How she dealt with perimenopausal rageThe identity changes that can happen in our 40s that enable us to choose how we want to be What she wants women in their 20s and 30s to know about perimenopause The importance of friendships And of course, the story of her first period!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!
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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:
The negative impact teen magazines and television had on her feelings about her bodyHow she learned about the value of self-compassionThe importance of female pleasureHow better communication can lead to better sex and more intimacyAnd of course, the story of her first period!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!
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And Breathe Wellbeing Website
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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:
How she first became aware of anxiety and OCD symptoms at five years old The effect hormonal changes have on her OCD and PMDD symptomsThe impact eating more and making positive nutrition changes has had on her mental health and experience of the luteal phase How exposure response prevention therapy has been a game changer for her Her work as a reflexologist and the benefit of this therapy for menstrual health And of course, the story of her first period!Katy says that understanding her menstrual cycle has given her so much insight into how to look after herself!
Thank you, Katy!
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Reflex East Website
Reflect East Instagram
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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:
The epiphany she had that led to her starting Project PeriodHow not having the right period products can affect a girl’s ability to go to school when they have their periodWhy a menstrual cup can help support five years of education The process of distributing 200 menstrual cups on her first trip to Kibera The lessons her and the team learned that led to the installation of a water generator that turns condensation into water so that the girls have clean water to wash their cups How Project Period is fundraising for their next trip to Kenya in July (every donation makes a difference!)And of course, the story of her first period!Nina says that one menstrual cup can support five years of a girl’s education - how amazing is that!
Thank you, Nina!
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Project Period Website
Donate to Project Period
Project Period Instagram
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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:
How difficult it was to get doctors to take her symptoms seriouslyHow the focus on her bowel issues finally led to an endometriosis diagnosis Her experience of medical and surgical menopause How she managed her mental health when the pain was at its worstWhat she wants doctors to know about endometriosisCarla 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
Instagram
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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:
Why she didn’t tell anyone when her period started Her second menarcheWhat #adoreyourcycle really means How she became a menstrual cycle coach How menstrual cycle awareness can help you show up to your life as the full spectrum version of yourself in every phaseHer recommendations for understanding and charting your menstrual cycleClaire says that having a menstrual cycle is a gift and that your menstrual cycle can be your ally.
Thank you, Claire!
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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:
The number one cause of cervical cancer The symptoms and risk factors for cervical cancer The importance of cervical screening as a cervical cancer prevention tool What happens if abnormal cells are found in the cervix How to empower yourself if you’re nervous about having a cervical screening And of course, the story of her first period!Molly says that cervical cancer is preventable and that if you’ve put off your cervical screening, get it booked ASAP!
Thank you, Molly!
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