21. A's Painful Period

In this episode, A opens up about her journey with her menstrual cycle — from the physical and emotional struggles she faced month after month, to finally seeking answers and receiving a diagnosis. But rather than bringing the clarity she hoped for, the diagnosis left her feeling more confused than ever.A shares how she chose to sit with that uncertainty and turn it into something empowering — taking the time to truly understand her own body, learning what triggers her pain, and exploring ways to find relief. She also talks about the emotional work of shifting her relationship with her cycle, moving away from dread and toward a place of acceptance.This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it means to live in a body that doesn't always cooperate — and the quiet strength it takes to listen to it anyway.On 12th of May 2026, it was announced that PCOS was officially renamed to PMOS. As we recorded this episode before this information came out, we refer to it as PCOS, but we of course mean PMOS.The podcast A mentions that helps her understand her cycle is called "28 days later."Pocket Magic #1: reusable Period underwearhttps://www.sistersrepublic.com/https://buy.thefemalecompany.com/They can also be found in pharmacies or supermarkets, and there are also many different brands of period underwear. We recommend having a look at brands that are out there and choose the one that best aligns with your needs.Pocket Magic #2: TENS device to help reduce period painhttps://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/transcutaneous-electrical-nerve-stimulation-tens/There are many different types out there; I would recommend doing some research which one would suit you best.Here is the one I use: https://lunaa.fr/enInstagram:  ⁨@Cherieitsaprocess⁩ Tik Tok: @cheri.eitsaprocessHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.