PODCAST · education
Spill Her Tea
by Anne
A podcast that spreads women’s health awareness in a juicy, hot way. Episodes are released on Wednesdays, covering topics from periods to menopause. Hosted by Anne.Anne LOVES to listen to podcasts and learn new things while she’s getting other tasks done. Her goal is to share her love for women’s health with others and advocate for more research to be funded towards women’s health.Anne studied a Bachelor's degree in medical science and completed her Honours in embryology. She is also a certified birth and postnatal doula. For business enquiries, email: [email protected] spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 38. Everything you need to know about the PCOS to PMOS name change
Hi BesTEAs!! Recently, PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) received a new name PMOS (polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome) so I'm here to spill ALL the tea about it☕️After listening to this episode, you're going to be so caught up with the conversation and you'll never experience PMOS FOMO again ;)If you want to hear about my PMOS/PCOS diagnosis story, listen to this episode: https://spillhertea.substack.com/p/ep-1-i-missed-my-period-again-so-Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 37. The maternal mental health crisis no one talks about | Dr Irene Quarshie
Hi BesTEAs💗 I am so excited for you to join my conversation with Dr Irene Quarshie, a general practitioner who is currently undertaking research in maternal mental health. She is also the founder of Eli Health, a maternal mental health screening platform💌In this episode, we spill all the tea on maternal mental health, from her own perinatal experience to the research that she has been doing. She also provides actionable framework steps for any new mothers who are currently struggling with their mental health.-Find Irene and her work here:🌟Irene's LinkedIn (you will find everything related to Eli and her upcoming book here!): https://www.linkedin.com/in/drireneq/🌟Irene's Substack: https://drireneq.substack.com/-The book I mentioned: "Matrescence" by Lucy Jones: https://www.amazon.com.au/Matrescence-Metamorphosis-Pregnancy-Childbirth-Motherhood-ebook/dp/B0BXWNXT6H-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 36. Her period came out of her eyes?!
Hi BesTEAs, yes... you read the title right😅And I'm just as shocked as you are. It amazes me how much I still don't know about the female body🤯In this episode, I spill tea on cases of women bleeding OUTSIDE their uterus during their period☕️I hope you learn something interesting:)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKits-Feel free to DM me topic requests:Find Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 35. Living with fibromyalgia: She had to army crawl to her pain meds???
Hi BesTEAs! Have you ever heard of fibromyalgia? If not, this is the perfect episode for you!!! And if yes, this is STILL the perfect episode for you;)In this episode, I am joined by the lovely Agnes Lee, who is currently training to become a licensed counsellor and psychotherapist. 1 year ago, she got diagnosed with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition that causes widespread pain throughout the body.Today, you get to hear all about her fibro journey from her diagnosis to how she is managing her symptoms.Strap in because you are going to learn so much from her💗-Find Agnes' socials!🌟LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnes-lee-159703256/🌟Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lee_seohyun03?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==P.S. Here's the fibro-friendly partner yoga video: https://youtu.be/Wi-GuyHhvpk?si=QgevzeV0wcU3vObK-Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 34. Top 5 money hacks for when you're on your period
Hi BesTEAs! Are you sick of spending lots of money to cover your period costs (or seeing your loved ones do so)?Since period products aren't free for many people, I bet the answer is most likely yes...In which case, I made this episode just for you! I spilled the tea on 5 different money hacks (with specific examples for different countries), so I hope you get something good out of this💗Also, you can find the links of everything I mentioned in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for general information only. It should not be taken as constituting professional advice.-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 33. From getting diagnosed with endometriosis to building an award-winning FemTech platform | Juliet Oliver
Hi BesTEAs! In this episode, I had the honour of talking to Juliet Oliver, the co-founder and CEO of Endo45. Endo45 is an app that helps close the endometriosis care gap💛We spill all the tea on her health journey (being diagnosed with endometriosis, adenomyosis AND PCOS), how she changed her lifestyle choices to manage her symptoms, and how Endo45 can help other women with endometriosis☕️I hope you enjoy this episode!-Find Endo45 here:🌟Website: https://www.endo45.co.nz/🌟App store: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/endometriosis-toolkit-endo45/id6450434398🌟Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endo45app/🌟TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@endo45app?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 32. Brain tumours can cause missing periods?!
Hi BesTEAs, yes... you read that right😅 Did you know that there is a type of brain tumour (called prolactinoma) that can cause missing or irregular periods in women?I was very shocked to find out about this, so I had to make an episode where I spill the tea behind the science of how this happens (as well as other very interesting symptoms👀)!!I hope you enjoy this short & sweet episode:)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 31. I struggled with my mental health before every period... it wasn’t just PMS | PMDD advocate & Founder of Moon Quest
Hi BesTEAs, have you ever heard of PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder)? If not, that's totally okay because that's what this episode is for:)This episode features the wonderful Helene Choo, who is a PMDD activist, full-time marketer, a mother of 2, and the founder of Moon Quest🌙Listen as we spill the tea on:☕️ Helene's experience with her PMDD☕️ How to manage unpleasant symptoms that come before your period☕️ How Moon Quest can help menstruating individuals feel better before their period☕️ How Helene balances her career and motherhoodThis was such a fun conversation - and so validating at the same time! I hope you enjoy this episode and learn lots;)🌟 Find Helene here: https://www.instagram.com/helene.moon.quest/🌟 Find Moon Quest here: https://www.moonquest.app/-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 30. Can orgasms actually relieve period pain?
Hi BesTEAs, here's another super juicy episode for you!A lot of online articles mention that orgasms can help relieve period pain, but what does the research actually say???Well, you have to listen to find out;)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 29. From Stanford to building the world's first wearable hormone tracker for WOMEN | Jenny Duan
Hi BesTEAs! Are you ready to listen to EXCLUSIVE tea from the CEO and co-founder of Clair, aka the world's first wearable female hormone tracker?In this episode, you get to meet Jenny Duan as she spills the tea on why she started Clair, how Clair can help women worldwide, and her experience as a female founder in the health tech space.It's really exciting that we get to listen to Jenny and learn about her company before Clair gets released to the public;) And if you are interested, you can join the waitlist below!Find Jenny here:🌟Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennysduan/Find Clair here:🌟Website: https://wearclair.com/🌟Insta: https://www.instagram.com/clair_health/ -Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 28. Celebs With Chronic Conditions: Zara Larsson & Halsey
Hi BesTEAs! Welcome to part 2 of the Celebs with Chronic Conditions series☕️In this episode, we spill the tea on:🌟Zara Larsson and her PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder)🌟 Halsey and her endometriosisI hope you enjoy this episode:)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 27. Why are we still afraid to say "vagina"? | Women's health translation expert
Hi BesTEAs, have you ever met a women's health translator before? I haven't until this episode, and I had such an amazing conversation!This episode features Katharina Weis, an English & French to German medical translator specialising in women's health! She is also the FIRST guest on the show that's also a mother🥳We spill the tea on:☕️ How and why she became a women's health translator☕️ The power of language in influencing stigma in women's health☕️ How she balances her career and motherhood☕️ How she teaches her 4-year old daughter women's health termsThis was such an insightful episode, so I hope you enjoy it!To find more of Katharina:🌟Her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katharina-weis?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios🌟Her Substack: https://mindbodysourcetext.substack.com/Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 26. Celebs With Chronic Conditions: Marilyn Monroe & Charlotte Brontë
Hi BesTEAs, welcome to the 'Celebs with Chronic Conditions' series, where we spill all the tea on different types of women's health conditions that celebrities have/had!I hope you enjoy this series as much as I enjoy making it;)In this episode, we talk about Marilyn Monroe and endometriosis, as well as Charlotte Brontë and hyperemesis gravidarum.If you want to learn more about endometriosis, listen to this episode: https://open.substack.com/pub/spillhertea/p/ep-23-the-truth-about-living-with?r=536e9r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=webIf you want to learn more about hyperemesis gravidarum, listen to this episode: https://open.substack.com/pub/spillhertea/p/ep-5-is-it-morning-sickness-or-something?r=536e9r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=webAlso, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 25. Young women can have menopause too: Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) ft. Smriti Bangera, Co-Founder of Chloris Labs
Hi BesTEAs! Have you heard of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) before?Most likely no, because nobody really talks about it! That's why this episode was created with the intelligent Smriti Bangera, who is a fellow women's health advocate with POI❤️🩹 Listen to this episode as she spills all the tea on her experience with POI, as well as her advice!If you want to reach out to Smriti, you can find her here:🌟 Smriti’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smritibangera🌟 Chloris Lab’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chloris-labs/posts/?feedView=all 🌟 Smriti’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smritibangera/🌟 Chloris Lab’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloris.labs/-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 24. Can you get pregnant WITHOUT sex (or fertility treatments)?
Hi BesTEAs!! Did you know that there have been cases where people fall pregnant without having sex (aside from undertaking fertility treatments)?These cases are EXTREMELY rare so you don't need to worry!!!But if you are curious, I will be spilling all the tea about them and trust me, the tea is PIPING hot.So strap in because this episode is a very juicy one;)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 23. The truth about living with endometriosis (ft. Sarah Battersby)
Hi BesTEAs! Have you heard of endometriosis (aka endo)? In today's episode, we are joined by the lovely Sarah Battersby, who shares her experience living with endo! She spills the tea on her diagnosis story, her symptoms (and how she manages them), and her advice for people who are diagnosed with endo or people who suspect they have it;)Check out Sarah’s Instagram!! https://www.instagram.com/sarahspeaksscience/Kosi Hands-Free heat pack: https://kosi.au/products/kosi-limited-edition-blue“How to Endo” book: https://www.amazon.com.au/How-Endo-surviving-thriving-endometriosis-ebook/dp/B08PCW8BBW-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 22. Can breastmilk come out of the armpits?
Hi BesTEAs🌟 Yes, you read the title right. And if you keep listening to this episode, you'll find out that armpits aren't the only bizarre places breastmilk has come out of...‼️In this episode, we spill the tea on the science behind extra nipples and/or breasts in the body. It's not common, but it's not impossible either!Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode (and the milkline diagram) on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 21. If you feel tired all the time, this is for you!!!
Hi BesTEAs, do you find yourself being tired all the time??? (If your answer is no, I am so jealous. But even if it's no, please listen to this episode because I promise you it's interesting😌)In this episode, I spill the tea on my health journey regarding my iron levels, signs that you might have low iron levels, and how to manage your iron levels!Even though low iron levels aren't limited to women, lots of menstruating girlies have low iron levels so I thought many of you might resonate with this☺️Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-As promised, here is the link to how to donate your blood/plasma in Australia: https://www.lifeblood.com.au/donors/blood-plasma-platelets-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 20. Is toothpaste sexist? Do women need their own toothpaste?
Hi BesTEAs! Recently, there have been lots of conversations on social media about the idea that women and men have different oral conditions, bringing up the need for 'women-specific toothpaste'.But... can we trust everything we see on the internet?In this episode, I spill the tea (as neutral as possible) about the truth behind women vs men's teeth/saliva and what that means in terms of toothpaste.BTW I kept pronouncing xylitol wrong - so sorry besTEAs😭 I didn't even realise until I edited this episode... so if you hear me saying something and you aren't sure what I am saying, it most likely is xylitol🥲Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 19. Can pets tell when their owners are pregnant?
Hi BesTEAs! Do you have a pet or know someone who has a pet?Pets have an amazing sense of smell and research found that dogs are able to be trained to detect certain diseases.So I thought... what about pregnancy?For this episode, I did something new and conducted a very informal study by myself to see if pets can tell when their owners are pregnant.Listen to this episode for more tea on what I found;)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 18. 5 signs of breast cancer that NOBODY talks about
Hi BesTEAs! Happy New Year🌟 In this episode, I spill the tea on less common signs of breast cancer that we don't learn about in school, but are still very important to be aware of.If you found this episode insightful, please share this with other people because I genuinely think that everyone could benefit from listening to it😊After all, the first step of preventing late stage cancer is awareness.Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 17. My ins + outs for 2026 (women’s health edition)
Hi BesTEAs, happy new year's eve!!!! This episode is a casual one where I spill the tea on my INs (i.e. what I want more of) and OUTs (i.e. what I don't want to see at all) for 2026, but women's health edition;)I thought it would be a fun, interesting way to update you on what's going on in the women's health space!Have a lovely 2026 and I am wishing you all the best💗Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 16. Period care gift ideas that ACTUALLY help (according to science)
Hi BesTEAs! Are you planning to get your lover/friend/family a period care package but have no idea where to start? Or do you have periods and you want to learn how you can alleviate your symptoms?If you answered yes to any of them, you've come to the right episode!There are sooo many products marketed towards periods so I wanted to spill the tea on what ACTUALLY benefits menstrual health, using science🌟I hope you like it + happy holidays☺️Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 15. Can having sex help start labour?
Hi BesTEAs! Are you ready for today's episode? Because the tea is extra HOT and spicy;)In this episode, I spill all the tea on whether s*xual intercourse can actually help induce labour naturally. There is so much talk about this in the birth world so I wanted to share the research behind this concept! I hope you enjoy this episode;)Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 14. How period blood can save your life
Hi BesTEAs:) Did you know that period blood contains really COOL cells that can be used for researching different diseases?It’s only recently that scientists started using period blood to discover potential treatments and diagnosis methods for other diseases. It’s exciting to see what the future holds for period blood research!This episode aims to change the narrative about how period blood is 'gross' or 'disgusting', when it has so much potential to save lives😌Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 13. Is being pregnant more tiring than running full marathons?
Hi BesTEAs,It’s no secret that pregnancy takes a huge toll on the mother’s body, but do you know just how tiring it is?In this episode, I spill the tea on how much energy is required during pregnancy and the uncanny similarities between pregnancy and extreme endurance sport activities.And yes, I know the previous episode was about marathons too - this was purely coincidental😆I hope you enjoy the episode!-References:* https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aaw0341* https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adk6772-Have a nice weekend :)Love,Your BesTEA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 12. Can marathon training stop periods?
Hi BesTEAs! Are you a runner, currently training for a marathon, and/or interested in how running affects menstrual cycles?If so, this episode is just for you!I spill the tea on my own experience during marathon training, as well as on research linking marathon training/running to menstrual irregularities. Also, here is the episode on my PCOS diagnosis that I mentioned: https://spillhertea.substack.com/p/ep-1-i-missed-my-period-again-soFeel free to check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 11. How to healthily cope with losing a loved one (The Grief Series, Part 2)
Hi BesTEAs, here is part 2 of The Grief Series with our wonderful guest, Jane!In this episode, we talked about healthy ways to cope with grief.If you have not checked out part 1, I HIGHLY recommend you give it a listen as this episode is a continuation of it. You can check the episode out here: https://spillhertea.substack.com/p/ep-10-surprising-ways-grief-can-manifestAlso, you can check out Jane’s grief account on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/deadddserious/ 💗-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 10. Surprising ways grief can manifest in the female body (The Grief Series, Part 1)
Hi BesTEAs Grief also affects women differently from men due to hormonal differences, so in this episode, we focus on how grief manifests in the female body.This is part 1 of the grief series, joined by our lovely guest, Jane. She is a grief advocate, and in this episode, she shares her grief journey, as well as how losing her mother affected her health afterwards.Also, you can check out Jane's grief account on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/deadddserious/ 💗I hope you enjoy this series, and part 2 will be up soon!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 9. So... what exactly is a doula?
Hi BesTEAs! Do you know what a doula is? If not, you've come to the right place:)In this episode, I spill all the tea about birth and postnatal doulas, as well as my experience on why + how I got certified to become one!I really recommend sending this to anyone who is either planning to have a baby, about to have a baby, or already has a baby and needs extra support As promised, here is my doula website if you are interested: https://annesbirthservices.com/Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 8. Wait, what? Some people have 2 uteruses?
Hi BesTEA! Most of us know that women have 1 uterus, but did you know that it's actually possible to have 2 uteruses/uteri? This is also known as uterus didelphys, and in this episode, I spill all the tea about it;)Hope you have a fun time listening to this one💗You can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 7. What men should know about periods ft. my boyfriend (part 2)
Hi BesTEAs! Here is the long-awaited second part of the juiciest period talk ever with my partner:)In this episode, we cover questions men may have about periods, as well as advice to help them better understand women and their periods. That said, this is for absolutely ANYONE to enjoy If you missed part 1, check out the previous episode (i.e. episode 6) to learn the basics about periods as well as some fun facts!I hope you enjoyed this 2-part series, and please let me know if you did, because we would love to do this for other topics on women's health (such as pregnancy).-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 6. What men should know about periods ft. my boyfriend (part 1)
Hi BesTEAs!! Do you think men should be more involved in period talk? I sure do, hence why I invited my wonderful partner to spill the tea on periods with me in this episode:)Since our (very awesome) conversation went on for a while, I split the episode into 2 parts. In part 1 (this episode), we talk about the basics of periods as well as some fun facts about periods! In part 2 (the next episode), we will go through questions men may have about periods.Hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did!!Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 5. Is it morning sickness or something worse?
Hi BesTEAs, have you ever heard of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG)? It's an extremely severe form of morning sickness that affects hundreds of thousands ~ millions of people worldwide per year.I never learnt about this in school or university, so I wanted to spread awareness of this condition to as many people as I can.I hope you learn something insightful from this episode🧠Also, you can check out any references I used for this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 4. Can matcha help relieve period pain?
Hi BesTEAS, do you like matcha? 🍵 Do you have (or know someone who has) bad period cramps?In this episode, I spill all the tea on period cramps and whether matcha can help relieve them;) I hope you like this episode and feel free to DM me if you have any topic requests☺️Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 3. Is it possible to be pregnant without realising?
Hi BesTEAs:)Huge spoiler: the answer is yes...but the chances are verrrryyyy slim!In this episode, I spill all the tea on cryptic pregnancies so that you can stay informed on this very fascinating phenomenon. I hope you find this topic as interesting as I do⭐️Also, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 2. Why do only humans have big boobs?
Hi BesTEAs:)Have you ever thought about why humans are the only species with permanently enlarged breasts (aka big boobs)? Most likely, no... but now that you are thinking about it, isn't it interesting?In this episode, I spill the tea on different theories of why this may be;) I also share a small history lesson behind the name "boba tea"🧋Enjoy!!UPDATE: I rebranded the podcast cover photo, but in the previous cover, there was a picture of a boba tea! That is why I briefly talked about boba tea at the beginning of this episode.P.S. you can check out any references or research papers I mentioned on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Ep 1. I missed my period again… so I’m starting this podcast (ft. my PCOS diagnosis journey)
Hi BesTEAs, welcome to the very first episode of Spill Her Tea!!In this episode, I spill the tea on:🧋What you can expect from this podcast🧋The story behind why I decided to start this podcast (which involves my missing periods and PCOS diagnosis story)🧋What exactly PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) isAlso, you can check out any references I used in this episode on my Substack (linked at the bottom)!-Donate dignity kits to women in need: https://www.unfpa.org/donate/DignityKitsFind Spill Her Tea's socials: https://linktr.ee/spillherteaFind my socials: https://linktr.ee/blossomwithanneFor business enquiries, please contact [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #15: If you are not changing, you are choosing (this podcast is taking a break!)
Hi guys:)This podcast will take a short break as it goes through a metaphorical renovation/ reconstruction. There are some changes I want to make with this podcast to make it better for you all.Thank you so much for your patience and I can't wait for the podcast to be back and BETTER🥰In the meantime, you can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #14: If you struggle to stay consistent, you’re not alone (ft. my experience with this podcast)
In this love letter, we talk about how it's hard to stay consistent sometimes. If you are feeling this way right now, you are definitely not alone!This love letter includes:🌟 How I struggle to stay consistent (especially with regards to this podcast)🌟 My experience so far with running this podcast🌟 The neuroscience behind building consistency🌟 How executive dysfunction impacts consistency-For $200 AUD off your first five Youfoodz boxes, access the link here: https://www.youfoodz.com/plans?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=Filify&utm_campaign=GEMMA_Instagram_June2023&utm_content=influencer&c_comms=PER-SERVING&c=EMBRYOG200&tune=102dc0f275b9c0c52be77de88821b4You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #13: Listen to this when you can't stop doomscrolling
Listen to this when you find yourself doomscrolling and you struggle to stop.In this love letter, we talk about:🌟 Not being harsh on ourselves for doomscrolling🌟 How social media apps are designed to be addictive🌟 Reasons why we doomscroll + treating ourselves with empathy🌟 Tips on how to doomscroll lessAlso, here is the app I mentioned to help you spend less time on social media apps: https://one-sec.app/-Feel free to contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #12: Anxiety doesn't make you broken, just human (ft. panic attacks)
In this love letter, we talk about anxiety, with a specific focus on panic attacks. This is aimed at both people who experience a lot of anxiety (and even panic attacks), but also for people who may not experience them as much, but know someone who experiences them and wants to learn how to support them.It involves:🌟 What anxiety is🌟 Anxiety vs anxiety disorders🌟 What panic attacks look like🌟 My experience with panic attacks🌟 Tips on how to manage panic attacks and anxietyHere are the resources I mentioned:🌱 "Your Guide To Panic Attacks" https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rKoXyDzvoF13bYnEmKkCH?si=qjIypxpcSKGht5VFWu8WkA🌱 Calm: https://www.calm.com/🌱 Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/IMPORTANT: Please seek a professional if you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, as they can get you the appropriate help you need.-For $200 AUD off your first five Youfoodz boxes, access the link here: https://www.youfoodz.com/plans?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=Filify&utm_campaign=GEMMA_Instagram_June2023&utm_content=influencer&c_comms=PER-SERVING&c=EMBRYOG200&tune=102dc0f275b9c0c52be77de88821b4You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #11: Listen to this if you're having a panic attack
Listen to this if you’re having a panic attack, if you feel a panic attack coming, or if you are very anxious. In this love letter, we:🌟 Clench our muscles to reset our nervous system 🌟 Practice mindfulness with our surroundings🌟 Breathe correctly to calm our body and mind🌟 Shift our perspective on how we view panic attacks I hope you enjoy the calming music + rain sounds playing in the background as I speak.Here is some music to help you feel calm:🎵 https://open.spotify.com/track/69LaJpAeawA68z6MQiizOX?si=30nUkOkNQ925qezmBaDc_w🎵 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX3DRt77Ekehy?si=j-kXRwDlQBqzlE6Po94JQA&pi=lZP0dNksQEiXO🎵 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX3DRt77Ekehy?si=j-kXRwDlQBqzlE6Po94JQA&pi=lZP0dNksQEiXO🎵 https://youtu.be/BE_KpT-C6Pc?si=TftzHxeH5U69m2hj (this is where the calming background music and my podcast jingle come from)I also recommend these apps for meditation and relaxing music:🌱 Calm: https://www.calm.com/🌱 Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/-Feel free to contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #10: How to shift your mindset to be less hard on yourself
If you are often hard on yourself, this love letter will help you shift your mindset and be kinder to yourself.In this love letter, we cover:🌟 My children’s book “Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself” as a resource🌟 Magnification and minimisation🌟 Scientific metaphor to shift our mindset🌟 Journaling advice🌟 And a bit of rambling :pFor more information about my book, you can access it here: https://amzn.to/44znFPA Feel free to contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #9: Listen to this when you wake up for an AMAZING day
This love letter is your morning caffeine of choice in audio form No matter how you feel when you wake up, this will help you start your day positively.In this love letter, we cover:🌟 A tiny bit of belly breathing🌟 Gratitude🌟 Self-compassion🌟 Self-belief/confidenceAnd don't worry, there's a bit of science in here as well! (But not too much because I don't want to give you information overload first thing in the morning).Feel free to contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #8: The ultimate guide to becoming the person you needed as a child
This love letter is your go-to guide on how to become the person you needed most as a child.The guide involves:- What the inner child is and what healing our inner child looks like- Why we should heal our inner child- The four main types of inner child wounds + how we can heal each type of wound- Other methods on how we can heal our inner childI also include personal examples, stories, and metaphors to help you understand each concept better.To get access to the list of questions and affirmations for each inner child wound type, access them for free on my Substack (linked at the bottom of the shownotes). You can also access research papers and resourceful websites there, too:)For $200 AUD off your first five Youfoodz boxes, access the link here: https://www.youfoodz.com/plans?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=Filify&utm_campaign=GEMMA_Instagram_June2023&utm_content=influencer&c_comms=PER-SERVING&c=EMBRYOG200&tune=102dc0f275b9c0c52be77de88821b4You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #7: You're addicted to stress without realising... and here's how to deal with it
Did you know that most of us are addicted to stress without realising it? Yes, that's right. We crave stress. In this love letter, I use natural selection as a metaphor for how we adapt to stress and I talk about the neuroscience of stress, as well as the neuroscience of potential remedies for our stress addiction.To learn more about this topic, I recommend listening to this episode featuring Dr Joe Dispenza: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vytnRhdwI8RKcaBwIAnl3?si=_qbFtb-MRRG5gtwAjlQoLAMy favourite morning affirmation (that I mentioned):https://open.spotify.com/episode/4gXwJj78vRkGwOEldCAtqJ?si=63b64d3b619d43e1&nd=1&dlsi=c966734acf5f4349For $200 AUD off your first five Youfoodz boxes, access the link here: https://www.youfoodz.com/plans?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=Filify&utm_campaign=GEMMA_Instagram_June2023&utm_content=influencer&c_comms=PER-SERVING&c=EMBRYOG200&tune=102dc0f275b9c0c52be77de88821b4You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #6: It's Okay To Not Be Okay
“It’s okay to not be okay” - from someone who is also not okay.This one is more mental health/self-help than science as it was unscripted and unplanned, but I hope you enjoy this type of raw, vulnerable episode too.Here is Mel Robbin’s podcast episode I mentioned about high-functioning depression: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tORA2NPuNSFN0qyTToATh?si=yChrEnmCTC6W9fznEhgwpAAnd here is the mental health playlist I created:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0avKdXCqhhBbrHOzowfhgR?si=MVdIBnJ9T6m5wBilFmwRhAIf you have been struggling with your mental health for months now and it is quite severe, please seek help from a medical professional if you have the means to❤️You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/Or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #5: For When You Feel Guilty About Resting Ft. Cow Embryos, Immune Systems and Interval Training
If you often feel guilty when resting or find it hard to relax, this love letter is for YOU.Today, I talk about how we need to rest in order to grow, achieve our goals and take care of both our mental AND physical health. By the end of the episode, I hope you will realise that there is nothing to feel guilty about when you rest. (This love letter is also for me as well heheeh).You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/I also recently started TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@embryogirlie?_t=ZS-8uQJUI2hm7D&_r=1 For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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Love Letter #4: You Can Do Hard Things Ft. Limiting Beliefs and Endurance
When we were little kids, we believed we could do anything. But as we grew older, we stopped believing in ourselves as much.In this love letter, I talk about limiting beliefs, the neuroscience behind endurance and tips on how to do challenging things. I also share some personal examples to help you better understand the concepts I share and feel inspired. I hope that by the end of this love letter, you will have more confidence in your ability to do ANYTHING.The podcast I mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/episode/21B28S714ml7TdNokUgU95You can contact me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embryogirlie/ For business enquiries, please contact [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spillhertea.substack.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast that spreads women’s health awareness in a juicy, hot way. Episodes are released on Wednesdays, covering topics from periods to menopause. Hosted by Anne.Anne LOVES to listen to podcasts and learn new things while she’s getting other tasks done. Her goal is to share her love for women’s health with others and advocate for more research to be funded towards women’s health.Anne studied a Bachelor's degree in medical science and completed her Honours in embryology. She is also a certified birth and postnatal doula. For business enquiries, email: [email protected] spillhertea.substack.com
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