Welcome to It's Not Just A Period!

Joining Alexandra in the studio this week is entrepreneur, PCOS advocate and women's health coach, Keisha Sethi.

Keisha’s journey started in year 5 of primary school, at such a young age she experienced excess hair growth and the start of her period. As a member of a proud South Asian family, Keisha and her mum navigated the upsetting and difficult path of contraceptive medications and being given a life sentence of infertility.

She shares the emotional and physical struggles of living with PCOS symptoms through the different stages of her life, including the time she spent homeless, her eating anxiety and how it impacted all of her relationships.

Alexandra and Keisha discuss fertility routes, the toll of miscarriage and how holistic health can compliment Western medicine. Their conversation sheds light on the importance of empathy in medical practices, the value of holistic approaches in women’s healthcare, and the need to break down stigma around these often overlooked issues.

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Welcome to It's Not Just A Period!

Joining Alexandra in the studio is author, campaigner, Endometriosis and Adenomyosis advocate, Jen Moore.

Jen's story is shocking, heartbreaking and is riddled with medical gaslighting, misdiagnosis and misogyny. Her symptoms began at 11 years old and despite her own mum having an Endometriosis diagnosis, both women's concerns were dismissed as hysteria. After being on the contraceptive pill for over 20 years, Jen discovered the devastating effects Endometriosis and Adenomyosis had had on her body after being left unchecked for so long.

Alexandra and Jen discuss the critical importance of informed consent, the emotional toll of chronic illness, and the need for better clinical education around Endometriosis and other conditions. They also discuss Jen's brand new book 'Endometriosis' which is the most current and comprehensive guide designed to educate, empower, and support others walking a similar path.

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Welcome to It's Not JUST A Period!

In this week's episode, Alexandra is joined by hormone expert and PMDD advocate, Zoe Jane Hindle.

Zoe was diagnosed with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder in her late twenties after it had disrupted her work, relationships, and mental health for over a decade. Due to the little to no support available at the time, she took matters into her own hands, diving into research and eventually retraining in functional wellness.

Alexandra and Zoe discuss the lack of education around women's health issues, the impact of hormonal treatments, and the importance of lifestyle changes in managing PMDD. The conversation also highlights the significance of mindset, lifestyle, and the role of stress in overall health, encouraging women to seek help and advocate for themselves. They discuss how women can understand their bodies better through genetics, hormone testing, and personalised wellness protocols.

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