PMDD Pep Talk

12. Lauren's PMDD Story and Symptom Transformation


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Lauren's Journey from Surviving PMDD to Thriving

In this episode, Jes interviews Lauren, a mother who overcame devastating premenstrual symptoms that were destroying her quality of life. For two years, Lauren struggled with severe psychological and physical symptoms that consumed 10 or more days of each cycle, impacting her marriage, motherhood, and mental health.

Her Symptoms Included:

  • Extreme mood swings
  • Intense irritability and rage
  • Persistent suicidal ideation
  • Debilitating food cravings
  • Painful bloating
  • Frequent headaches
  • Despite trying conventional treatments like therapy and SSRIs, Lauren found no relief—until she discovered a personalized, holistic approach to managing her PMDD.

    Remarkable Transformation:

    • Started working with Jes in September 2023
    • Initial goal: 5% symptom reduction
    • Results after just 3 months:
      • Reduced symptomatic days from 10+ to 2
      • Symptom burden dropped from 478 to 263 points
      • Zero suicidal ideation
      • Significantly reduced intensity of symptoms
      • Disappeared sugar cravings
      • Improved daily functioning
      • Lauren's Breakthrough Quotes:

        • "I've experienced zero suicidal ideation!"
        • "Everything is less intense."
        • "I'm not reaching a level 10 of rage!"
        • "My sugar cravings have basically disappeared!"
        • "This is now manageable."
        • From barely surviving to homeschooling her children, Lauren's story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with PMDD. Her journey proves that with the right support, education, and personalized intervention, transformative healing is possible.

          Key Message: PMDD does not define you—it's just a chapter in your story, and you have the power to write the next one.

          Lauren's Message: Even when you feel at the end of your rope, there is hope. With commitment and the right support, you can reclaim your life from PMDD.

           

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          Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/

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