Tackling Chronic Illness and Menstrual Health: Tips for a Balanced Life S2E42

from Period Besties Podcast · host Stasha Washburn

Navigating Chronic Illness & Menstrual Cycles | Period Besties Podcast Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In today's episode, we delve deep into the challenges of living with chronic illness and how it intersects with menstrual health. Whether it's endometriosis, PCOS, PMDD, or chronic fatigue and pain, we discuss practical tips for managing these conditions and emphasize the importance of self-care. Join us as we share our personal experiences, offer strategies for dealing with societal stigma, and provide a supportive space for anyone going through similar struggles. Don't miss out on our insights and the valuable advice we have for improving your hormonal health and overall well-being. Tune in now! 00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:24 Understanding Chronic Illness and Menstrual Issues 03:25 The Emotional Toll and Societal Challenges 04:55 Self-Care Tips and Mental Health 05:38 Personal Stories and Coping Mechanisms 10:56 Practical Advice for Managing Chronic Conditions 14:38 The Importance of Rest and Sleep 20:09 Listener Engagement and Final Thoughts 21:28 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Shoutouts 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

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Navigating Chronic Illness & Menstrual Cycles | Period Besties Podcast Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In today's episode, we delve deep into the challenges of living with chronic illness and how it intersects with menstrual health. Whether it's endometriosis, PCOS, PMDD, or chronic fatigue and pain, we discuss practical tips for managing these conditions and emphasize the importance of self-care. Join us as we share our personal experiences, offer strategies for dealing with societal stigma, and provide a supportive space for anyone going through similar struggles. Don't miss out on our insights and the valuable advice we have for improving your hormonal health and overall well-being. Tune in now! 00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:24 Understanding Chronic Illness and Menstrual Issues 03:25 The Emotional Toll and Societal Challenges 04:55 Self-Care Tips and Mental Health 05:38 Personal Stories and Coping Mechanisms 10:56 Practical Advice for Managing Chronic Conditions 14:38 The Importance of Rest and Sleep 20:09 Listener Engagement and Final Thoughts 21:28 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Shoutouts 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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