12: The Luteal Phase Made Me Do It

Ever convinced yourself your relationship is over… only to get your period the next day?Welcome to the luteal phase.In this episode, Robin and Lauren dive into the most unhinged, emotional, and weirdly specific things women experience in the week or two before their period - from picking fights and overanalyzing texts to crying over nothing and almost quitting your job. They asked the community to share their wildest luteal moments, and let’s just say… you’re not alone.But beneath the chaos, there’s a reason this happens.They break down what’s actually going on hormonally during the luteal phase, why your brain suddenly starts scanning for problems, and how this phase can amplify emotions, insecurities, and underlying truths. Plus, they share our own very real (and slightly dramatic) luteal stories.If you’ve ever thought “wait… is it me, or is it my hormones?” - this episode is for you.