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EPISODE · Apr 24, 2026 · 21 MIN

Mastering Self-Advocacy: Your Ultimate Guide at the Doctor's Office S2E51

from Period Besties Podcast · host Stasha Washburn

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor's Office In today's episode, we're diving into the critical topic of self-advocacy in medical settings. Join us as we share practical tips and strategies to advocate for yourself during doctor's appointments. From writing down symptoms and questions to bringing a support person and recording sessions, we'll cover it all. Get ready to feel empowered, confident, and in control of your health journey! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your besties!   00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:24 Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor's Office 02:03 Preparing for Your Doctor's Appointment 03:57 Documenting Symptoms and Questions 07:15 Handling Pushback from Doctors 09:46 Choosing the Right Doctor for You 11:37 Utilizing Technology and Support Systems 22:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 22:43 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Shoutout   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: [email protected] Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor's Office In today's episode, we're diving into the critical topic of self-advocacy in medical settings. Join us as we share practical tips and strategies to advocate for yourself during doctor's appointments. From writing down symptoms and questions to bringing a support person and recording sessions, we'll cover it all. Get ready to feel empowered, confident, and in control of your health journey! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your besties!   00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:24 Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor's Office 02:03 Preparing for Your Doctor's Appointment 03:57 Documenting Symptoms and Questions 07:15 Handling Pushback from Doctors 09:46 Choosing the Right Doctor for You 11:37 Utilizing Technology and Support Systems 22:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 22:43 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Shoutout   Todays episode is sponsored by:Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: [email protected] Our Websites:PeriodCoachingSchool.comKatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook:@StashaWashburn @KatieBressack  Freebies:Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrcEating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books:The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/RevolutionBloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

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