In this powerful episode we sit down with Britney Marsden, also known as "The PMDD Chick," to explore the multifaceted experience of living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Britney opens up about her personal journey with PMDD — from misdiagnosis and confusion to self-advocacy and empowerment. She dives into the many possible root causes of PMDD, including hormonal imbalances, gut health, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental factors, emphasizing that PMDD isn’t just “in your head” — it's often the result of complex physiological and psychological interactions. One key theme throughout the conversation is the role of trauma, and how unresolved emotional wounds can manifest or intensify PMDD symptoms. Britney also offers heartfelt and empowering advice to women who are struggling: from finding the right practitioners to the importance of self-compassion, community, and nervous system regulation. Her message is both hopeful and validating, reminding listeners that healing is possible — and that they're not alone.

Britney Marsden, known as "The PMDD Chick," is a dedicated Women's Health Coach specializing in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Drawing from her own experience overcoming severe PMDD, she has become a trusted source of support and knowledge for women facing this often misunderstood condition. As a qualified Women's Health Coach, Britney empowers women to identify and address factors that exacerbate PMDD symptoms. Empowering women to identify contributing factors that may exacerbate PMDD symptoms, Britney offers holistic, personalized solutions through her online PMDD programs, which provide practical strategies and insights to help women manage and alleviate their symptoms effectively.

SHOW NOTES:

0:39 Welcome to the show!

3:18 About Britney Marsden

4:28 Welcome Britney to the podcast!

5:39 What is PMDD?

7:12 Her diagnosis & journey through

12:36 Traditional solutions for PMDD

14:09 Understanding the Hormonal Cycle

17:04 Genetic predispositions for PMDD

18:18 BDNF, Trauma & ADD correlations

19:17 MCAS, Histamine & Hidden Infections

22:07 The #1 contributor to PMDD

Decoding PMDD with Britney Marsden: Root Causes, Trauma & the Truth About Your Cycle