Welcome back to another episode of Dear Aunt Flo. and welcome to a new month. I can’t believe it’s November already. What questions should you be asking your doctor when it comes to your period symptoms and experiences? 

The short answer is: all of the questions. The longer answer, however, is what we’ll dive into today. So get your pens, pencils, tablets, & notebooks ready and let’s discuss!

Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I get info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.

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We’re back from our [extended] summer break, and I’m coming in HOT and ready to hit the ground running! I created a new logo and finally took some podcast cover photos to match the vibes. This episode is a letter to the doctors of the world. Do better!

If you watch (or don't watch) the series All American: Homecoming, there will be spoilers in this episode so beware!

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Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I get info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.

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Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle

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The past five years have been a complete test of my self-confidence. Let’s dive into a few steps to bring your sexy back and talk about why you may have lost it in the first place. Spoiler alert: It’s been with you all along. Follow the pod on IG for more content and catch up on the latest episodes via Youtube.

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Upcoming event: In July, I will be hosting an event with a friend, Maricruz of Menos Waste to discuss how we balance business and life during our cycles. If you’re local to San Diego join us for an intimate conversation, guided movement with Latoya of Movement Matters Collective, and some samples of Moon Pads, a local woman-owned period brand.

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Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked

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Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

I might catch some slack for this one, but I gotta be honest, right?! Listen to my story about how I tried My Happy Flo after hearing such great results. Did it work for me? Do I still use supplements? Remember you can always follow Elisa’s journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for content in between episodes and on Youtube for full videos.

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Upcoming event: On June 23rd, I will be hosting an event with a friend, Maricruz of Menos Waste to discuss how we balance business and life during our cycles. If you’re local to San Diego join us for intimate conversation, guided movement with Latoya of Movement Matters Collective, and some samples of Moon Pads, a local woman-owned period brand! More info on Eventbrite.

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Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked

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Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Where do I even begin with this story? Brace yourself for my embarrassing 4am revelation and why I don’t trust period cups anymore. Plus! Let’s talk period pads and what they’re actually made of. Yikes! Remember you can always follow Elisa’s journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for content in between episodes and on Youtube for full videos.

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Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked

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Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode Elisa talks about when she first started having issues with her cycle and how the internet algorithm synced her up with some really dope people to learn from. There’s something powerful when you find community in a situation that seems so isolating. Listen to Elisa share about who she turned to, besides God, to really help her cope with all the changes that were happening to her body. Remember you can always follow her journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for more content in between episodes.

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Disclaimer Reminder:

I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.

This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked

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Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠

Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s go time! We are no longer taking just anything for an answer; we want a concrete plan. In this episode Elisa is talking all about advocacy and the importance of speaking up for yourself. Her Endometriosis story is heavily impacted by her experiences with doctors over the past few years. If you listened to the bonus episode of her last doctor’s appointment, you’ll see how disheartening it is to feel alone on this journey. Let’s discuss showing up for family and friends and partners. Let’s talk about the glaring rate of deaths among Black and Brown women who give birth. Also, peep her list of helpful, women of color resources to follow and gain more insight from.
Black Mamas Matter
Birth Workers of Color
For the Village Doula
Blk Women’s Health
The Black OBGYN Project
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Disclaimer Reminder:
I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.
This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked
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Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

I told you I’d update you on how my cycle went last month and well…it was a sh*t show. I cried a lot and things don’t seem to be getting any better. Welcome to another TMI episode of my period story. I truly hope sharing my experience helps someone out there because this is a full body disease that deserves more outcry so health professionals can take better action.

Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod

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If you listen to or watch one of my favorite podcasts, Gin & Juice, then you'll understand this next reference. Today Elisa is popping the trunk on doctors and Lupron. Listen to her most recent story about a doctors visit where she thought she'd finally get some answers and insights on next steps for her Endo journey, but instead was met with gaslighting and disappointment. This bonus episode is giving all the raw emotions of why it's so important to advocate for yourself!

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Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod

Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s Women’s History Month and Endometriosis Awareness Month! We’re talking all about our first periods. What even is it and who sent you? Also, did we all really live the same life because I still see this book (see below) circulating and I hope it has been updated because psshhh. As always, every episode begins with a letter to Aunt Flo and ends with an affirmation to keep us lifted. Let’s dive into the world of Endo together and find new ways to cope along the way.

Did you read the book The Care and Keeping of You? I'd love suggestions on new books to offer our listeners so they can have a better learning experience. Drop your recs via DMs on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod.

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Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod

Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle

Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe