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EPISODE · Mar 14, 2025 · 1H 46M

Periods and Friends w/ Rhiana & Vanessa

from Not a Purse! · host Larissa & Jo

Why do we learn so little about periods beyond reproduction? In this episode, Larissa and Jo sit down with Rhiana and Vanessa to unpack the gaps in sex education and the societal norms that fail to accommodate the hormonal cycle. They share first period stories, reflect on the ways menstrual health is typically overlooked, and challenge the widely accepted world structures centered around male biology. From migraines and nausea to constipation and mood swings muscle soreness, they shed light on the often-ignored symptoms that come with menstruation. They explore how breaking the silence with peers and listening to our bodies can make all the difference. Tune in for an honest, insightful, and empowering discussion on periods, friendship, and rewriting the narrative.

Why do we learn so little about periods beyond reproduction? In this episode, Larissa and Jo sit down with Rhiana and Vanessa to unpack the gaps in sex education and the societal norms that fail to accommodate the hormonal cycle. They share first period stories, reflect on the ways menstrual health is typically overlooked, and challenge the widely accepted world structures centered around male biology. From migraines and nausea to constipation and mood swings muscle soreness, they shed light on the often-ignored symptoms that come with menstruation. They explore how breaking the silence with peers and listening to our bodies can make all the difference. Tune in for an honest, insightful, and empowering discussion on periods, friendship, and rewriting the narrative.

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