Oh My Menses

Karinda Maree
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Welcome to Oh My Menses: A digital space dedicated to menstruality, periods, hormones + cycle-informed living. Join me, Karinda (BHSc Naturopath, Fertility Educator + Owner of Karinda Wholistix), as we explore these sacred feminine mysteries & nature's wisdom. From stories of menarche, birth control, and common period problems to menstrual shame, sex, fertility and the moon. If it's about the human female experience, I'll probably talk about it. This is a place of sharing, remembering, learning; unlearning; where we come together and reclaim our cyclical power.

  1. 5D AGO

    Ep 27 • Navigating PMS in Real-Time as a Women's Health & Hormone Naturopath • Intuitive & Practical Premenstrual Advice

    I’m feeling intensely premenstrual. Today was a struggle. I supported myself, and got inspired to share with you what I did & how I treat myself when experiencing PMS. This is just how I dialogue with myself & navigate my own journey, but I hope it’s of some benefit to you, too. 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE SUPPORT: The ultimate digital toolkit for understanding your menstrual cycle & supporting your hormones. Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (it’s a steal at $27!) JOIN THE FAM Enter the Karinda’s Corner Community here for weekly emails of exclusive blogs, storytelling, insights & cycle-inspired rants. ⁠⁠⁠ You can email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED SOME TAILORED TO YOU HORMONE & PERIOD SUPPORT? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au 🩸🖤🩸 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Raw Premenstrual Check In 02:24 Lunar New Year Expectations 04:26 Work Momentum Drops 06:23 Insomnia And Body Crash 08:47 Needing Alone Time 12:48 Spotting And Acceptance 13:43 Rescheduling For Space 22:17 Meditation And Focus 26:06 Nourishing Breakfast Ritual 28:37 Sunlight And Single Tasking 30:06 Meditative Nap Reset 30:43 Stop Chasing Follicular Energy 31:53 Creative Flow Over Hustle 34:51 Somatic Support and No Rush 37:20 Avoidance and Energy Boundaries 39:13 Luteal Day Recap Rituals 44:17 Business Alignment Lessons 49:03 Show Up Unmasked 52:24 Supplements and Iron Note 54:47 Resources and Farewell 🩸🖤🩸 SHOP & DISCOUNTS: Shop mine & Maddie's ⁠⁠CYCLE TEAS here⁠⁠, an organic herbal blend for every phase of your menstrual cycleI use ⁠TEMPDROP⁠ for reliable basal body temperature & ovulation tracking! (5% off)I use ⁠MODIBODI⁠ for the best reusable period undies!⁠⁠SPLASH BLANKET⁠⁠ my favourite blanket for free bleedingThe root of so many hormone imbalances is a poor circadian rhythm. Optimise your rhythm, protect your body from artificial light & harness the power of red light therapy at ⁠⁠Block Blue Light.⁠⁠ Use code KARINDA at checkout for 10% offPodcast recording & editing software I use: ⁠⁠Descript - use my referral link to get 50% off for 2 months of the Creator Plan!⁠⁠*I may make a small commission if you purchase from any of the above links. This helps me support myself & my business and I'm grateful if you're happy to use these links/codes and share them if you love the products.* WATCH OR LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: On my website Youtube Spotify Apple And be sure to check out my other podcast, The Nuanced Naturopaths with my bestie & colleague Julie Forrester  natural pms relief, pms support, women's health, women's hormones, tips for PMS, premenstrual health, premenstrual advice, menstrual cycle awareness, cycle syncing

    59 min

  2. FEB 10

    Ep 26 • 2 Halves of Your Cycle, 2 Halves of Yourself • The Myth/Story of Oestrogen & Progesterone (aka: why you don't feel the same all month long)

    Oestrogen & Progesterone... kinda like a Song of Fire & Ice, but more hormonal and less dragons.🩸🖤🩸 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome and Cycle Check-In 01:59 Cycle Tracking and Resources 02:49 Introducing the Cycle Power Bundle 03:57 Understanding the Luteal Phase 07:06 The Role of Hormones in the Menstrual Cycle 12:10 Estrogen: The People Pleaser 16:42 Progesterone: The Queen Mother 24:36 Understanding the Luteal Phase: Emotional Turmoil 25:45 The Role of Progesterone: A Deeper Dive 27:43 Estrogen vs. Progesterone: A Comparative Analysis 28:50 Navigating Boundaries and Self-Care 33:05 Journal Prompts for Self-Reflection 39:12 Holistic Approaches to Menstrual Health 41:06 Connecting with Karinda: Support and Resources 44:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE SUPPORT: The ultimate digital toolkit for understanding your menstrual cycle & supporting your hormones. Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (it’s a steal at $27!) REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED SOME TAILORED TO YOU HORMONE & PERIOD SUPPORT? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au 🩸🖤🩸 SHOP & DISCOUNTS: Shop mine & Maddie's ⁠⁠CYCLE TEAS here⁠⁠, an organic herbal blend for every phase of your menstrual cycleI use ⁠TEMPDROP⁠ for reliable basal body temperature & ovulation tracking! (5% off)I use ⁠MODIBODI⁠ for the best reusable period undies!⁠⁠SPLASH BLANKET⁠⁠ my favourite blanket for free bleedingThe root of so many hormone imbalances is a poor circadian rhythm. Optimise your rhythm, protect your body from artificial light & harness the power of red light therapy at ⁠⁠Block Blue Light.⁠⁠Podcast recording & editing software I use: ⁠⁠Descript - use my referral link to get 50% off for 2 months of the Creator Plan!⁠⁠*I may make a small commission if you purchase from any of the above links. This helps me support myself & my business and I'm grateful if you're happy to use these links/codes and share them if you love the products.* WATCH OR LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: On my websiteYoutubeSpotifyAppleAnd be sure to check out my other podcast, The Nuanced Naturopaths with my bestie & colleague Julie Forrester

    46 min

  3. JAN 30

    Ep 25 • What Could The Fire Horse Year 2026 Mean for Women's Health? • An Inconclusive Ramble About Modernity, Capitalism & Our Menstrual Cycles

    Here's the post by @rhythmsofhealth that I explore in this episode. I delve into the significance of the 2026 and its correlation with the Yang Fire Horse in period 9, a significant time in Chinese Zodiac that historically affected women's lives and bodies. Inspired by an insightful Instagram post by Rhythms of Health, I reflect on the industrial changes since 1846 that disrupted women's biological rhythms and cyclical living. I explore the current societal pressures, the need for body literacy, and the journey towards remembering our innate cyclical power. Listen as I inconclusively and very rambling-like discuss the challenges & adaptations our female bodies face, and the potential for societal change that aligns more closely with our natural rhythms. TIMESTAMPS: 01:53 Cycle Check-In: Understanding Your Menstrual Phases 08:22 Chinese New Year and Women's Health 09:45 Historical Impact of Industrialization on Women's Bodies 25:32 Adapting to Modern Stress & Stressors 34:22 Embracing Cyclical Power in 2026 39:30 Conclusion and Reflections 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE LOVING GOODNESS: Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au 🩸🖤🩸 SHOP & DISCOUNTS: Shop mine & Maddie's ⁠⁠CYCLE TEAS here⁠⁠, an organic herbal blend for every phase of your menstrual cycleI use ⁠TEMPDROP⁠ for reliable basal body temperature & ovulation tracking! (5% off)I use ⁠MODIBODI⁠ for the best reusable period undies!⁠⁠SPLASH BLANKET⁠⁠ my favourite blanket for free bleedingThe root of so many hormone imbalances is a poor circadian rhythm. Optimise your rhythm, protect your body from artificial light & harness the power of red light therapy at ⁠⁠Block Blue Light.⁠⁠ Use code KARINDA at checkout for 10% offPodcast recording & editing software I use: ⁠⁠Descript - use my referral link to get 50% off for 2 months of the Creator Plan!⁠⁠*I may make a small commission if you purchase from any of the above links. This helps me support myself & my business and I'm grateful if you're happy to use these links/codes and share them if you love the products.* WATCH OR LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: On my websiteYoutubeSpotifyAppleAnd be sure to check out my other podcast, The Nuanced Naturopaths with my bestie & colleague Julie Forrester

    42 min

  4. 12/07/2025

    Ep 24 • The Power of 'Nothing' During Menstruation (and why 'nothing' is never actually 'nothing') • Inner Winter Restoration

    Join Karinda's Corner here for free, fortnightly-ish naturopathic (or very hippie-like) thoughts, insights & shares to support your own cyclical journey. Download my free, 25-page Cycle Tracking Guide here (that'll also get ya into the Karinda's Corner Community). 🩸🖤🩸 REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me hello@karindawholistix.com.au or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals: https://www.karindawholistix.com.au/book-now  🩸🖤🩸 SHOP & DISCOUNTS 🩸🖤🩸 Shop mine & Maddie's ⁠⁠CYCLE TEAS https://www.karindawholistix.com.au/cycle-teas I use ⁠TEMPDROP⁠ for reliable basal body temperature & ovulation tracking! https://tempdrop.refr.cc/default/u/karinda I use ⁠MODIBODI⁠ for the best reusable period undies http://bit.ly/4ahyEjD ⁠⁠SPLASH BLANKET⁠⁠ my favourite blanket for free bleeding https://bit.ly/4pvkFv0 (use code KARINDA for 10% off) The root of so many hormone imbalances is a poor circadian rhythm. Optimise your rhythm, protect your body from artificial light & harness the power of red light therapy at ⁠⁠Block Blue Light. Use code KARINDA at checkout: https://www.blockbluelight.com.au/?ref=KARINDAJOHN Podcast recording & editing software I use: ⁠⁠Descript - use my referral link to get 50% off for 2 months of the Creator Plan!⁠⁠: https://descript.cello.so/YelvopN7RVr *I may make a small commission if you purchase from any of the below links. This helps me support myself & my business and I'm grateful if you're happy to use these links/codes and share them if you love the products.* Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.karindawholistix.com.au

    13 min

  5. 11/27/2025

    Ep 23 • My Journey from Pads to Free Bleeding and Everything In Between | A Naturopath’s Insights on Period Products & Menstrual Hygiene

    Let’s explore the too-many-options-to-choose world that is period products... and their impact on your menstrual experience. I share my personal journey with various period products, from using conventional pads, being scared of tampons to transitioning to more sustainable options like reusable cloth pads, period underwear, eventually discovering the power of… free bleeding. I also touch on the environmental AND health impacts of conventional menstrual products (there’s so much emerging research that I do NOT cover). Mostly, I invite you to tune into what feels right for your body. Whether you’re new to cycle tracking or looking for ways to make your period more comfortable and eco-friendly, this episode is packed with insights, personal stories, and practical tips to help you on your menstrual journey. Happy bleeding, however you choose to do it! 🩸🖤🩸 MENTIONED IN THIS EP: Cloth Pad ShopNoonee WilgaLunette cupsJuju cupsModibodi Period UnderwearBoody - Bamboo clothingSplash Blankets for free bleeding!🩸🖤🩸 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Cycle Check-In: Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle 02:21 Connecting with the Moon and Life Seasons 03:56 Free Cycle Tracking Guide and Personal Insights 04:56 Karinda's Personal Cycle Check-In 06:58 Exploring Menstrual Products: Pads and Personal Experiences 11:58 Transition to Reusable Cloth Pads 19:19 Menstrual Cups: Trials and Tribulations 26:29 Exploring Menstrual Cups and Cervix Awareness 28:51 Challenges with Menstrual Cups 32:53 Period Undies: A Comfortable Alternative 37:18 The Benefits of Free Bleeding 45:36 Considering Toxin-Free Period Products 47:40 Invitations to Explore Alternative Period Practices 52:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE LOVING GOODNESS: Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. 🩸🖤🩸 SHOP & DISCOUNTS: Shop mine & Maddie's ⁠CYCLE TEAS here⁠I use TEMPDROP for reliable basal body temperature & ovulation tracking!I use MODIBODI for the best reusable period undies!⁠SPLASH BLANKET⁠ my favourite blanket for free bleedingThe root of so many hormone imbalances is a poor circadian rhythm. Optimise your rhythm, protect your body from artificial light & harness the power of red light therapy at ⁠Block Blue Light.⁠ Use code KARINDA at checkoutPodcast recording & editing software I use: ⁠Descript - use my referral link to get 50% off for 2 months of the Creator Plan!⁠*I may make a small commission if you purchase from any of the below links. This helps me support myself & my business and I'm grateful if you're happy to use these links/codes and share them if you love the products.* Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au

    55 min

  6. 10/08/2025

    Ep 22 • Menstruation Conversations with A New Romantic Partner • How To Talk To Your Lover About Periods, Hormones & Fertility

    Dive in with me today as I explore the intersection of love and menstrual cycles, in maybe what's my favourite ep to date! In this episode, I discuss my recent experiences in a new, committed relationship and how we've navigated conversations about menstruation, fertility awareness, and hormonal health. I give you the behind-the-scenes of 3 key discussions I had with my partner: the importance of menstrual cycles, practical needs during menstruation, and the fertility awareness method as a means of contraception. In classic Karinda fashion, I also share some candid advice on dating and embracing full self-expression from the get-go. Packed with personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a healthy splash of humour (always), this episode is all about embracing our cyclical nature and fostering open, honest dialogue in relationships. Tune in and you might just feel a zap of inspiration to have these important conversations in your own life! MENTIONED IN THIS EP: 15Why Are Women Getting Their Contraceptive Advice from TikTok? Fertility Awareness Explained, Doctor Mistrust, Discernment & more, ep 19TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:41 Cycle Check-In and Ovulation Insights 03:45 Exploring Love and Menstrual Cycles 05:10 Context of a New Relationship 09:16 Dating and Self-Expression 16:30 Challenging Beliefs About Men 19:17 Navigating Menstrual Cycles in Relationships 23:07 First Key Conversation: Menstrual Cycles 30:45 Second Key Conversation: Menstruation 32:34 Embracing the Menstrual Phase 34:25 Communicating Menstrual Needs 35:02 Understanding the Menstrual Cycle 42:41 On Receiving, Putting Yourself Out There and Being Willing to Feel Everything 47:42 The Importance of Fertility Awareness 48:54 Third Key Conversation: Fertility Awareness Method of Contraception 56:38 Sharing Joy and Gratitude 59:34 Conclusion and Resources 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE LOVING GOODNESS: Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au

    1h 3m

  7. 09/15/2025

    Ep 21 • My Weirdest Period Pain Hack • How Pretending I'm Pregnant Helps My Period • The Power of Sound & Movement for Menstrual Discomfort

    In this episode I navigate the complexities of menstrual health, particularly focusing on the weirder strategies I've used to manage period pain. From imagining period pain as labor pain, to integrating intuitive movement and sound techniques (hello, vagus nerve!), I share quirky but hopefully helpful tips. I also delve into the importance of recognizing stress (both negative and positive) on our bodies, and how changes in diet and sleep can affect our menstrual cycles. Join me as I open up about my personal experiences, advocate for honoring our bodies, and remind you (as always) that embracing our periods with sacred reverence and curiosity could just be one of the greatest gifts we give ourselves. 🩸🖤🩸 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Technical Glitches 00:48 Cycle Check-In and Lunar Influences 02:25 Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Ovulation 03:38 Blue Light Blocking and Sleep 06:19 Period Pain Tips: Giving Pain a Purpose 10:29 Movement Techniques for Pain Relief 16:05 The Power of Sound in Pain Management 21:54 Cultural Perspectives on Menstruation 29:23 Conclusion and Community Engagement 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE LOVING GOODNESS: Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au

    32 min

  8. 08/28/2025

    Ep 20 • Demystifying "Discharge" • Breaking Down ALL Kinds of Vaginal Fluids, Mucus, Squirting & more!

    What is discharge, actually? How much 'wetness' down there is TOO much? How do I know if I've got thrush or an infection? Where does cervical fluid come from? What's that white stuff that I see in my underwear sometimes? What's that slippery stuff I notice after wiping at other times? Wait... is squirting just pee? Is female ejaculation a thing? These are the VERY valid (and equally fascinating) questions that will be uncovered in today's episode, all about "WAPs" (forgive me). I'm exploring: cervical fluid, vaginal cell slough, female ejaculation, squirting & signs of vulvo-vaginal infections. And let me tell you, I learned a lot myself while collecting data for this episode! MENTIONED IN THIS EP: https://fertilitycharting.com.au/cervical-mucus-gallery/ https://www.darcieblack.com/post/the-mucus-chronicles https://cervicalmucus.org/images/dry-2/⁠ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323953#faq https://academic.oup.com/jsm/article-abstract/7/5/1965/6847982 https://europepmc.org/article/MED/35388532 🩸🖤🩸 TIMESTAMPS: 00:29 Demystifying Discharge: An Overview 03:12 Cycle Check-In and Personal Insights 06:05 Understanding Cervical Fluid 17:07 Exploring Vaginal Cell Slough 19:23 The Role of Arousal Fluid 23:11 Female Ejaculation vs. Squirting 29:25 Recognizing Signs of Infection 31:17 Conclusion and Additional Resources 🩸🖤🩸 FREE DOWNLOAD ↓ ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET MY HOLISTIC CYCLE TRACKING GUIDE HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ I WANT MORE CYCLE LOVING GOODNESS: Explore the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠CYCLE POWER BUNDLE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ REACH OUT! ⁠⁠⁠Email me here⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop me a line on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@karinda.wholistix⁠⁠⁠⁠ INTERESTED IN WORKING TOGETHER? You can⁠⁠⁠ ⁠book a free connection call here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to map out what working together would look like for you to achieve your health & hormone goals. Everything else at: ⁠⁠⁠karindawholistix.com.au

    32 min
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Welcome to Oh My Menses: A digital space dedicated to menstruality, periods, hormones + cycle-informed living. Join me, Karinda (BHSc Naturopath, Fertility Educator + Owner of Karinda Wholistix), as we explore these sacred feminine mysteries & nature's wisdom. From stories of menarche, birth control, and common period problems to menstrual shame, sex, fertility and the moon. If it's about the human female experience, I'll probably talk about it. This is a place of sharing, remembering, learning; unlearning; where we come together and reclaim our cyclical power.

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  • Creator
    Karinda Maree
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Karinda Maree
  • Show Website
    Oh My Menses