71 episodes
Period Story Le'Nise Brothers
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- Health & Fitness
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5.0 • 13 Ratings
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Period Story is a podcast that features Le'Nise Brothers, a nutritionist @eatlovemove, having conversations about periods, breaking taboos and getting behind the menstrual health myths that hold us back.
Each episode features a notable and interesting woman talking about her first period, the way she learned about periods and menstrual health, what she knows now that she wishes she knew back then and everything in between.
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Clio Wood: Better Communication Can Lead To Better Sex & More Intimacy
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!
Get in touch with Clio:
And Breathe Wellbeing Website
And Breathe Wellbeing Instagram
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Katy Ewen: OCD Is A Shapeshifter
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!
Get in touch with Katy:
Reflex East Website
Reflect East Instagram
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Nina Cassells: One Menstrual Cup Can Support Five Years of a Girl's Education
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!
Get in touch with Nina:
Project Period Website
Donate to Project Period
Project Period Instagram
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Carla Cressy: We Need Better Endometriosis Education
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 endometriosis
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
Instagram
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Claire Baker: Having A Menstrual Cycle Is A Gift
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 cycle
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:
Website
Instagram
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch with us:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Molly Broache: Cervical Cancer Is Preventable
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!
A transcript is available on www.periodstorypod.com
Get in touch:
Tweet and IG @periodstorypod
Email
periodstorypod@gmail.com
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Customer Reviews
Powerful stories for every woman
Le’Nise has created a fabulous format for sharing information every woman should have access to with Period Story. By embracing the power of storytelling, Le’Nise engages with and educates others in a way that reminds us that a topic that’s still often considered taboo, is ultimately a very human story.
Through her warm approach and skilled interviewing style, Le’Nise has encouraged woman from all walks of life to share the story of their first period and what they’ve learnt about their body and her natural rhythms in the years since. Every story is unique and yet, each one leaves you with that distinct, “I’m not alone” feeling.
Period Story is an amazing way to learn not only about menstrual health, but also about each other. It also busts some myths and misconceptions and has certainly prompted me to have more conversations about both menstruation and menopause with my family and friends. Period Story is a compelling way to learn because you do so through other women’s experiences and the deep knowledge Le’Nise so willingly shares. A must-listen for every woman, no matter what your age or walk of life.
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This is a great podcast! I love how open all the guests are and how the host really allows them to tell their stories and experiences without too much interruption! Makes for really nice, easy and informative listening, keep the episodes coming 😊❤️
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This podcast normalises talking about menstrutation - which half the world experiences. Until recently, talking about periods and menopause and female hormones was taboo. Podcasts like this make this topic accessible and shares the huge diversity in experiences in learning about periods and the cycle.