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When Your Cycle Gets Thrown Off

Episode 12 of the Living Well with PMDD podcast, hosted by Heidi Bradford, titled "When Your Cycle Gets Thrown Off" was published on March 4, 2024 and runs 27 minutes.

March 4, 2024 ·27m · Living Well with PMDD

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In this episode, you'll hear Heidi describe two specific times her cycle has been thrown off in the past year: one was for a family reunion and the other spending a whole Saturday with friends. She shares her theory that this happens when one woman spends an extended period of time with a different woman (or group of women) that she hasn't been around recently. Heid shares her Emergency Plan (E-Mode) for when PMDD symptoms hit at an unexpected time. E-Mode: 4 Do's, 1 Don't 1- Recog...

In this episode, you'll hear Heidi describe two specific times her cycle has been thrown off in the past year: one was for a family reunion and the other spending a whole Saturday with friends. 

She shares her theory that this happens when one woman spends an extended period of time with a different woman (or group of women) that she hasn't been around recently.

Heid shares her Emergency Plan (E-Mode) for when PMDD symptoms hit at an unexpected time.

E-Mode: 4 Do's, 1 Don't
1- Recognize your PMDD symptoms are likely active
2- Take 3 deep breaths
3- Do one thing for yourself. (Or plan it.)
4- Decide next steps
Don't: No self reflection or self coaching during this time

Resource: https://www.health.com/condition/menstruation/10-things-that-mess-with-your-period#:~:text=However%2C%20many%20things%20can%20cause,to%20regulate%20your%20menstrual%20cycle.



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Heidi's links:

Are you here for pmdd support? I've got you.

  • 5 Ways To Feeling Better with PMDD: I created this free download to help women with pmdd feel better. I wish it had been around when I first learned I had pmdd. 
  • Semaine PMS and Period Support Supplements: These supplements have reduced cramps and helped level emotional downs that I (and my teen daughter) experience. Book a one off support call Just need some friendly advice about your pmdd journey? A support call is Free support call with me. 

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