We're Taught To Be Ashamed Of Our Vulva: Kathryn King (Part 2)

I Lost My Period For 12 Years: Ashleigh Spiliopoulou

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast. Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period! Joining Alexandra in the studio is women’s health journalist Ashleigh Spiliopoulou. After sharing her journey of RED-S and Secondary Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Stylist magazine, she’s bringing these conditions to our girl chat. As a teenager Ashleigh trained as a semi professional heptathlete and after only a year of having periods, they completely disappeared. She walks us through the hidden dangers of elite sport including eating disorders, body image and a lack of knowledge surrounding women’s bodies. We discuss her misdiagnosis of PMOS , infertility fears and her ‘eat, pray, love’ journey to rediscover her period. Links, Socials & Products Ashleigh Spiliopoulou... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashspili/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/ashspili/?hl=en] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleighspili [https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleighspili] It's Not Just A Period... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod [https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod] Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

My IBS Was Out Of Control, I Had No Idea It Was PCOS: Abbigale Bennett-Negahban

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast. Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period! This week we’re joined by Abbigale Bennett-Negahban whose life was plagued by horrendous IBS symptoms. It wasn’t until her early twenties that she discovered she had Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (previously known as PCOS). Abbigale walks us through the complex journey she went on whilst trying to tackle her IBS including the FODMAP diet and disordered eating. Then after a devastating GP appointment, her life was shattered when she was told she was infertile and wouldn’t get pregnant. Abbigale shares her experience with functional medicine, psychotherapy, living holistically. Links, Socials & Products Abbigale Bennett-Neghaban... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithabbi/ [https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithabbi/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wellnesswithabbi [https://www.tiktok.com/@wellnesswithabbi] It's Not Just A Period... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod [https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod] Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

My Ovary Died And I Could Feel It: Tiffany Summerfield

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast and to keep up to date with Alexandra’s Vlogs. Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period! Joining Alexandra this week is Tiffany Summerfield; endometriosis warrior, nurse and leader of the upcoming Cardiff Endometriosis UK Support Group. After collapsing in kitchen from a twisted ovary, she was quickly diagnosed with endometriosis and then abandoned by the system at only 19 years old. Tiffany has endured 4 surgeries to remove her endometriosis and claim back a semblance of a normal life but it hasn’t been without its struggles. She shares the debilitating symptoms, how they have derailed her career and the impacts on her future planning. We discuss the importance of informed consent and why Tiffany is petitioning the Welsh government to implement Jess’ rule. Links, Socials & Products Tiffany Summerfield... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetorturedendodepartment?igsh=Y3A2dGV4Z2Jremds [https://www.instagram.com/thetorturedendodepartment?igsh=Y3A2dGV4Z2Jremds] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tortureduterusdepartment?_r=1&_t=ZN-966ozUFWClK [https://www.tiktok.com/@tortureduterusdepartment?_r=1&_t=ZN-966ozUFWClK] SIGN THE PETITION: https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/246782 [https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/246782] It's Not Just A Period... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod [https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod] Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

I've Had Stage 4 Endometriosis My Entire Rugby Career: Gwen Crabb

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast and to keep up to date with Alexandra’s Vlogs. Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period! It's Six Nations season and what a woman we have with us this week! Alexandra is joined by Brython Thunder star and Welsh six nations player; Gwen Grabb. Gwen has spent her entire rugby career living with chronic pain and debilitating periods. For years she suffered in silence, believing the doctors who told her that this was 'normal' and that she should get on with it. She opens up about the reality of living with chronic pain, the impact on her body and career, and how a chance meeting with an endometriosis specialist changed her life. Despite a shocking diagnosis and the overwhelming challenges she's faced, this episode is nod to all young women who want to pursue a career in professional sport who may be struggling with their health. Links, Socials & Products Gwen Crabb... * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwencrabb/ [https://www.instagram.com/gwencrabb/] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gwencrabb [https://www.tiktok.com/@gwencrabb] It's Not Just A Period... * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk] * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod [https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod] Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

We're Taught To Be Ashamed Of Our Vulva: Kathryn King (Part 2)

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast and to keep up to date with Alexandra’s Vlogs. Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period! She's back for more! Kathryn King is with us for part 2 of her episode talking all things vulvas, sex education and her own experience with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Did you know the vagina is the inside not the outside? Do you know what the vulva is made up of? Can you remember your sex education classes? We've got the answers to all these questions and more as we break down why there is so much stigma and shame around the female body. Then Kathryn opens up and shares her lengthy and frustrating journey with PCOS and how she would do things differently now. Links, Socials & Products Kathryn King... * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodyhonest/ [https://www.instagram.com/bloodyhonest/] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodyhonest [https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodyhonest] It's Not Just A Period... * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.uk] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.uk] * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod [https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriod] Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.