When we have these intimate conversations, maybe with a girlfriend or online, most women are pretty well-versed on their bloating, cramping or sore boobs. But when it comes to periods/menstrual conversations, it always seems to lead us to period poop. So let's talk about that in this episode with Dr. Oakley & Holly. We go over your questions about period poop in this episode like: 1. Why do we poop so much on our period? 2. Why does it feel like the worst poop ever? 3. Why can't I poop on my period? 4. Does anyone have problems pooping if they are wearing a tampon? I do. Ugh Why does it feel like the worst poop ever?! From front to back are your bladder, your uterus, and your rectum. These organs are all spooning together, like 3 P's in a pod (period, poop, and pee). Menstrual cramps can trigger the neighboring organs — if your uterus lays back a little, when you get menstrual cramps the pain can seem like it's coming from your rectum and makes you feel like you have to go poop, even out of nowhere, UGH!!! Thank you for listening. Please send in your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics at [email protected]. For more details on the LBP: https://theladybodpod.com.