Today I'm talking with Kira, a friend & South African Soul.

birth control is often seen as a symbol of freedom and progress—but what happens when we look closer? In this episode, we sit down with a guest from South Africa to explore the hormonal, cultural, and medical realities behind birth control use across continents...

We talk about the reasons so many women are prescribed hormonal contraception—from painful periods to acne to cycle control—and why most of us were never told what it actually does to our bodies. From Europe to Africa, we compare access, education, and the growing pushback against the pill.

This episode dives into the science of hormonal birth control, the reality of withdrawal bleeds, and the rising movement of women seeking alternatives. It’s not just a conversation about contraception—it’s about informed choices, body literacy, and what true reproductive freedom really means.

💡 In this episode:

• Why women are really prescribed hormonal birth control
• What hormonal contraception does to your natural cycle
• The truth about “fake periods” and withdrawal bleeds
• Different cultural perspectives on contraception (Europe vs. Africa)
• The controversial side of cycle suppression and medical narratives
• How we can shift toward hormone literacy and informed decisions

maybe you also would love to share something about your own hormonal history! I'm always open for sharing and having conversations about important topics.

something to read:

International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research: https://www.ijfmr.com/papers/2024/6/28025.pdf?utm_source

ambix, Vol. 72 No. 1, February 2025, 34–46: “Cycles of Clockwork Precision”: Hormonal Contraception and Natural Menstruation

Clinics in Sports Medicine/Volume 13, Issue 2, April 1994, Pages 419-441: The Effect of the Phase of the Menstrual Cycle and the Birth Control Pill on Athletic Performance - ScienceDirect

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