Living Well with PMDD

Heidi Bradford
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This podcast is about living a great life with pmdd (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Heidi's goal is to be a blessing and a comfort to you and to inspire you. Newer episodes have an array of topics: parenting, losing weight, hormones, relationships, money, health, and more.  Heidi is a certified life coach (since 2021), mom of 5, and a PMDD Survivor...among other things. 😉 Happy to have you here. Take action For more information, check out https://heidibradfordcoaching.com Resources --PMS and Period Support Supplements by Semaine Health...available online or at Walmart Music Island Breeze by Surf House Productions | https://surf-house-productions.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

  1. FEB 13

    Two Roads to Feeling Better: Action and Connection

    Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me here.  Today, come with me to look at two approaches to feeling better. We'll look at the benefits of both and how to utilize them in your life.  Take Aways We are taught and trained to take action.Taking action often looks like accomplishing tasks, fulfilling responsibilities, or goal setting and achievement.The immediate benefit for taking action is relief. You have a goal. You have steps to get there. Cue relief.Sometimes taking action after action leads to burn out.Having a mix of connection and action can limit burn out and help us feel better faster.We want to connect with who we are. An amazing creation. The person we've been since birth. She's beautiful and highly valuable as she is.The immediate benefit for connecting you YOU is naturally feel better in that moment. Peace comes. A sense of everything being okay comes.Just take a few minutes, sitting with your eyes closed, pondering the wonder of you, as you are, as a creation.Decision making will come more easily.Results that you want will flow to you.It's hard to describe.Solving a problem becomes less insistent. You become less desperate.Taking actions and feeling connection both lead to feeling better. Which one do you do a lot of? Which one could you practice a little bit more?This episode on YouTube is here. Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    17 min

  2. FEB 5

    The Role Histamines Could Play in PMS

    Histamine intolerance is a relatively new thing. Discover how it could be making your PMS symptoms worse. You'll also hear what to change to have less PMS symptoms related to histamine intolerance. Take Aways My terrible experience with severe PMS symptoms last week. My symptoms were likely heightened by high histamine levels.About histamines from Healthline.comThe body can get overloaded with histamine and have an allergic response "Histamine intolerance is the temporary state of having too much histamine, which is the part of the immune system that causes allergies and swelling. In addition to its role in immune function, histamine also regulates stomach acid, stimulates the brain, boosts libido and plays a key role in ovulation and female reproduction." -Lara Briden, Naturopathic doctor, Period Repair Manual, page 123.If you're healthy, your body should be able to clear histamine with the DAO (diamine oxidase enzyme).You may be more vulnerable to histamine intolerance at different times of your menstrual cycle.During ovulation and right before your period your body is higher in estrogen. Estrogen stimulates histamine production. Having too much histamine stimulates the body to produce more estrogen. The cycle continues." Taking steps to lower histamine can dramatically improve PMS, period pain, and heavy periods." -Lara Briden, Period Repair Manual, page 124."Steps include avoiding cow's dairy (histamine-stimulating food), avoiding fermented foods (histamine-containing food), and taking vitamin B6 which clear histamine by up regulating the DAO enzyme." -Lara Briden, Period Repair Manual, page 124 Treatment for histamine intolerance can include enhancing progesterone or taking progesterone as well. -Lara Briden, Period Repair Manual, page 205Note: natural progesterone (also called micronized progesterone) is different from progestin.Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    13 min

  3. JAN 28

    How to do a Calcium Audit for Better Health

    Today I will share benefits of calcium and then walk you through performing a calcium "audit." This will help you see where you get your calcium from and help you to know if you are getting enough calcium regularly.  You will also hear ways to increase your intake of calcium.  To follow along with the video version on YouTube, click here.  Take Aways Calcium benefits us by helping us to have strong bones, good cardiovascular health, plays a role in nerve signaling, affects muscle contractions, and aids in blood clotting. https://ancientnutrition.com/blogs/all/calcium-benefits-for-womenWe need 1000-1200 mg of calcium/day. Sometimes our brain is just too hard on us and it fools us into thinking things that aren't true.  But sometimes we need to look at the facts. We actually need to step back and actually see, "Is it true? Is it true that I'm not getting enough exercise?"Let's see if we are getting enough calcium.This calcium audit has two parts: What do I usually eat? What's a good mix of what I usually eat that will get me 1000 mg daily? On a piece of paper, write down the foods you usually eat. Feel free to look around your kitchen.Next, while looking at a food, write down the amount of calcium it has. Write the amount based on how much of it you will eat. (If a serving size is a cup, but you'll only have 1/2 cup then write how much calcium is in a 1/2 cup.)While looking at the foods you eat, identify 3-4 foods that you have daily that will get you 700-800 mg of calcium every day. These are your calcium foundation. What other foods will you eat? Nuts? Fruits? Vegetables? Yogurt? Based on what is written on your paper, will you get to 1000 mg with these additional foods? If yes, YAY! You're getting enough calcium. Keep going!If not, tweak what you are going to eat so you that you caWant to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    22 min

  4. JAN 22

    Lessons Learned From Living With PMDD for Five years

    It's been a while since I've addressed pmdd specifically. I'm excited to do that today and plan to do so off and on going forward. Today I share some things I wish I'd known 3 years ago--when I was early into my pmdd journey. Hopefully these will help you be able to be healthier and live a better life... especially if you have pmdd (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) or other premenstrual issues.  Take Aways The "5 Keys to Living Well with PMDD" are still applicable. Listen here to review those.Lesson 1: There is no "one-size-fits-all" solution for women with pmdd.Lesson 2: Your general health matters. It impacts the severity of your pmdd symptoms. (So make attempts to be healthier!)Lesson 3: Mindset matters.Lesson 4: You know better than anyone else your body and what is best for you right now.Lesson 5: Support makes having pmdd bearable.There is hope. You're not alone.Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    27 min

  5. JAN 15

    Timeless Strategies for Good Health

    It can be easy to get caught up in new or different "health hacks" for good health and wellness. Let's calm ourselves down and tap into timeless wellness strategies instead. These will help with any health goal you have... weight loss, brain fog, joint pain, and insomnia.  In this episode, I (Heidi) share basic, free ways that you can improve your health today.  Take Aways Here's the list of strategies discussed today.   Getting 10-15 minutes of sunlight every dayMoving your body.LaughingBeing in natureGetting outside in the morningGetting fresh airBeing hydratedJournalingCreating something with your handsFeeling gratefulEat vegetables, whole foods, and as much home cooked as possibleLimit the amount of blue light you're exposed toTake vitaminsHumPrioritize sleepTake warm baths, use a hot tub, or visit a spaSpending time with othersTake a breath when you're overwhelmedManage stressHave routines, but hold onto them looselyRead before bedDeclutterTrack your menstrual cycleLift your legs and rest them on the wall while you lie on your backArticle referenced in this episode: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/health/a64317392/free-health-wellness-habits/ Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    14 min

  6. JAN 7

    I Gave Up Chocolate For a Year--It Changed My Life

    Happy 2026!! Welcome back to the Living Well with PMDD podcast. I hope your new year is starting out wonderfully.  In today's episode, I share with you about a decision I made right before my 17th birthday that changed my life. I decided to go without chocolate for a year.  Summary Why and when I made the decisionSurprises (and sacrifices) along the way while keeping to my goalResults: then and nowHow you can apply this in your lifeTake Aways I was inspired by my dad having gone a year without candy. Decisions don't have to be well thought out to be worth doing.My decision and keeping to that commitment has provided strength over the years for me to hard things.Think about who you want to be in 5 years. What is something you could start doing today that would help you become that person?Consider: What have you already done that can give you strength? Remember it. Let it lift you and be a foundation to what you want to pursue (or endure) now.Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    14 min

  7. 12/30/2025

    Top 3 Weight Loss Tools of 2025 (Client Favorites)

    Heidi shares her client's top three weight loss tools of 2025. These are the most talked about, most used, and most helpful tools from this year. Take Aways #1 The 100 Allowed Urges Worksheet#2 Reminding themself: IT'S OKAY when they mess up#3 Stick with the plan. (This is her individualized plan we made together.)Download a copy of the 100 Allowed Urges Worksheet here and try it for yourself today! It can work for a weight loss goal, a time management goal, or even financial and relationship goals. It's pretty sweet.  The 100 Allowed Urges worksheet comes from my Life Coach School Training. Thank you, Brooke Castillo! Want to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    7 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Healthy Holidays: Staying Hydrated

    Three challenges we face to staying hydrated during the holidays are being on the go, sitting more than usual, and drinking alcohol. Listen in for practical tips to staving off dehydration during this fun, busy, and sometimes unpredictable weeks. Take Aways Keep a water bottle with you and stock your carRecognize when you're feeling faint, hungry, or on edge. Question hunger if you've eaten in the last hour. You may just be thirsty.While cozying up to a movie, keep water close byIf drinking alcohol follow these tips: eat food before drinking, limit how much you drink, stick to light colored drinks, drink water while you drink the alcoholic beverage. See these articles: ThirstyWork and HealthlineWant to feel better? I'd love to help. Book a 30 minute call with me (Heidi) here. Heidi's links: Heidi's website Heidi's Instagram Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you. 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. Music Music- Island Breeze by Surf Hous...

    9 min
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This podcast is about living a great life with pmdd (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Heidi's goal is to be a blessing and a comfort to you and to inspire you. Newer episodes have an array of topics: parenting, losing weight, hormones, relationships, money, health, and more.  Heidi is a certified life coach (since 2021), mom of 5, and a PMDD Survivor...among other things. 😉 Happy to have you here. Take action For more information, check out https://heidibradfordcoaching.com Resources --PMS and Period Support Supplements by Semaine Health...available online or at Walmart Music Island Breeze by Surf House Productions | https://surf-house-productions.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

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  • Creator
    Heidi Bradford
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Living Well with PMDD
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    Living Well with PMDD

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