The Perimenopause Podcast

40: The Real Truth About Contraception


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Many women, including myself years ago, choose to take their doctor's advice and start using hormonal contraception to 'regulate' their heavy, painful or irregular periods.

But the truth is, hormonal contraception DOES NOT regulate periods, but shuts down the hormonal pathways all together. 

In this episode, I aim to give you more information on the potential risks of various forms of hormonal birth control and provide you with alternatives of how you can heal your underlying hormonal imbalance in a natural, healthy and sustainable way.

Episodes referenced:

Episode 6: The (Almost) Magical Hormone You Need More Of Every Day

Episode 37: How To Build Hormone Healing Meals For Your Entire Family

Episode 39: 5 Hacks To Improve Your Sleep

If you would like to find out what your period type is and what it says about your hormones,

find the Free Period Type Quiz here

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