Period Chats - A hormone wellness podcast.

Corn (porn), periods, and pleasure.... on this episode of the Period Chats Podcast, we sat down with my good friend and xoafterglow.com founder, Lilly Sparks, to have an honest conversation about period sex.  You know we love "taboo" topics on this podcast, so we decided to tackle 2 or 3 at one time.   Fun Period Sex Facts:  Orgasms can relieve pain, including cramps and headaches. Yup, you read that correctly - a study from the '80s found that women's pain tolerance thresholds increased significantly by nearly 75% during orgasm. So the big O could be the perfect way to ease your period pains. Extra Lube may make sexual activity more comfortable. We have all been there. You want to get it on, but your body hasn't caught up to your brain; you are not alone. Vaginal dryness is another under-talked-about yet common experience (fun fact sesame seeds can help you with this) aspect of our vaginas. The good news is your period provides plenty of natural lubricant for any of your favorite activities. Sex can reduce stress and help us sleep better. That post-sex-happy feeling can happen on your periods, too, and can be helpful if you are prone to anxiety and insomnia on your periods. We found a  2017 study in Adelaide, Australia, found that more than 60% of adults studied reported having slept better after having sex that led to climax. Alright, it's true period sex can be messy: Try shower activities. If you don't want to embrace the whole flow, try a menstrual cup/disc, these can control the flow while still getting your sexy time in. Put a towel down for easy cleanup! Did this episode make you a little curious about afterglow?  Learn more about afterglow here! Ready to give it a try? You can experience afterglow for yourself here!

Do you have a lot of questions about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum?  Or just need to relate for a minute?  This episode with Amanda from The Pretty Naked will be PERFECT for you.  As someone who has not gone through pregnancy, I learned so much and I know you will too!  Episode Overview:  - Jumping in tell us about your pregnancy story with baby #1 - What surprised you the most about pregnancy? - What surprised you about birth? - What surprised you about postpartum - Was there anything essential to your PP recovery that you want to share? - How has pregnancy # 2 been?!  Anything different so far? - Thoughts on how pregnancy and birth and PP are portrayed in the world v reality? - Tell us about the Pretty Naked and how your journey has shaped that community? About Amanda: Amanda is a mom of 1 (+ one on the way), a holistic health coach, & the founder of The Pretty Naked membership site — a community for women passionate about self-growth & wellness. Through virtual events, recipes, blog posts, monthly workouts, & connections, Amanda is aiming to make self-care social. Follow Amanda on IG @justmands & @theprettynaked to stay up to date on what’s happening on TPN & join the community! All the good links! http://instagram.com/justmands/ http://instagram.com/theprettynaked https://theprettynaked.mn.co

Learn more about Seed Cycling with us!  In this episode, Dr. Cassada joins us to talk about how she uses seed cycling not only for her clients and patients but for herself.  This episode is great to listen to if you are curious about seed cycling or if you are already doing it and want to learn a little more about how it works!  About Dr. Casanda: Cassandra Carlson Wilder is an ND and hormone educator. Passionate about cyclical health and menstruation, she teaches women how to work with their bodies and apply foundational tools to return to balance. She is the creator of the popular period + hormone program  Period Reboot. IG: https://www.instagram.com/menstruationqueen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menstruationqueen Website: https://www.cassandrawilder.com/

It's time to cut through the BS on PCOS.  In this episode, Letisha walks us through her personal journey with PCOS as a nurse, health coach, and soon-to-be RD.   Letisha shares her learnings 3 key factors that are linked to PCOS management.   1. Insulin Resistance  2. Inflammation  3. Stress & Adrenals  In the second half of this episode, we also brainstormed easy ways to eat healthy on the go (bc let's be honest it's been hard lately)! Connect with Letisha: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatpcoscoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatpcoscoach?lang=en Website: https://thatpcoscoach.com/about-me

Did you know that period pain isn’t medically normal it is medically common?  That’s right the intense period pain that has been normalized in society shouldn’t be there.  In this episode, we talked to  Dr. Alex Golden, MD from The Zesty Ginger about how to navigate painful periods and get the help you need! About Dr. Alex Golden, MD: Dr. Alex is known for an integrative MD approach to health through both functional and conventional medicine and for teaching women the tools they need to be their own health advocates.   Dr. Alex ​​had chronic pelvic pain since she was 18 years old. Pain, like any other illness, is a product of many systems in the body malfunctioning. For her, it was the culmination of a family history stacked with autoimmune diseases, a poor diet, years of physically abusing my body from ballet, major gut motility problems, and undiagnosed endometriosis.  This life experience pushed Dr. Alex to focus on helping women! Check Out: https://www.zestyginger.com/

This podcast discusses the myth of orgasms shortening periods, shares exciting period news in Michigan, and delves into the benefits of masturbation during menstruation. It also explores the tampon tax debate, hormonal influences on self-care, and the importance of understanding one's menstrual cycle for empathy and self-compassion.

Episode Overview: Both nutrition and fertility are hot topics with a lot of miss information swirling around on the internet.  In this episode, we sat down with Fertility Dietitian and Coach Whitney Gingerich to unpack the true connection behind what we eat and how it impacts our fertility.  BONUS we also talk about nutrition and sperm quality so this is a great episode for everyone.  About Whitney:  Whitney Gingerich is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & holistic fertility coach helping women learn how to nourish, move, and rest their bodies to optimize their hormonal health and fertility. Whitney studied nutrition at The Ohio State University and graduated Cum Laude with her bachelor’s degree along with varsity athlete accolades as an Academic All-Big Ten and 4-year scholar-athlete.  She went on to complete her dietetic internship and master’s degree through Ball State University. As a board-certified food & fertility nerd with a decade of experience and a knack for health humor, Whitney uses the 5 pillars of fertility to create lasting change so that women struggling to conceive can bring joy and pleasure back into their lives while addressing the root cause of their health issues. --------------------------------- Connect with Whitney! Instagram  Website  TikTok ------------------------------------- What to seed cycle?  Use Whitney's Code! Shop --> Funk It Wellness and use code TFN15 to save 15%

Welcome to our very first side chat bonus episode - each week the Funk It Team goes over a new educational topic related to the menstrual cycle and we want to share these side chats with you.  In this week's episode we dive into the question - Does the cold/ winter time make PMS worse?  Tune in to find out! Important show notes 1.  The science is inconclusive on if you can get Vitamin D from the moon but if you can it is a very small amount.  2. According to one study in 1990 sleeping with a night light may indeed shorten/regulate your cycle if it is irregular. 3. The most popular conception dates are indeed in the winter months and scientists think they may have to do with day length. 4.  Food sources of vitamin d: Fatty Fish, Egg Yolk & Mushrooms  5.  Learn more about PMS & Winter *Note this episode does not contain medical advice it is 4 co-workers learning about their bodies in an open safe space. 

Dr. Anjali, a Naturopathic Doctor, discusses how diet and lifestyle impact menstrual cycles and period pain. Topics include misconceptions about period health, natural ways to support cycles, seed cycling, mental health's role, lifestyle tips, and more. She emphasizes personalized care and the need for natural solutions for hormone balance.

This episode of the period chats podcast gives into the connection between hormonal imbalance and inflammation.  Over the next 35 minutes, Dr. Wilder will explain how hormonal imbalance and inflammation are connected, the signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance and inflammation, and what we can do at home to combat imbalance.   About our Guest:  Dr. Emma Wilder uses a functional medicine approach to address the root cause of the disease. She focuses on autoimmune diseases, pain management, and reducing inflammation. Dr. Wilder uses botanical medicine, nutraceuticals, diet, and lifestyle adjustments. Links: www.generationsnaturalhealth.com Seed Cycling Kit Discount code: FUNKIT15