FLOW's Jessica and Sarah discuss a myriad of theologies and how they address menstruation… While extreme menstrual experiences can feel punishing, menstruation is not a punishment. Sarah and Jessica share contributions from Morgan Siggard and Dr. Perkins as they unpack the religious-shame associated with periods and the importance of working with different cultural practices in the doctor's office.

FLOW continues its mission to normalize conversation around menstruation - straight talk about extreme periods available on monthly episodes - released the second Thursday of each month!

Program Notes:

• Menstruation and Religion Article: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-15-0614-7_11
• Purity Culture - Erica Smith Sex Education: https://www.ericasmitheac.com/the-purity-culture-dropout-program
• CONTRIBUTORS:
• Morgan Siggard: https://www.instagram.com/morgansiggard
• Dr. Kerry-Anne Perkins: https://www.instagram.com/callmedoctor.p

• HOST: Jessica RIchmond:
• Website: jrich.online
• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• HOST: Sarah Watson:
• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com
• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door
• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy
• IG, @swsxtherapy

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