The Flow with BloodStream Media

"I really think that if we got in there earlier, we could really shape things differently for (teens) and for those that care for (teens) too."

This month, Flow with Dr. Abraham and effective strategies for discussing puberty with teens. Plus, get reminders of the power of early and often conversations and learn listening strategies for garnering severity of extreme symptoms: "...Often on the other side once we've made things better, that's when (teens) start to open up about how bad things really were." - Maggie

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Guest: Dr. Maggie Abraham, The Gyn Space

• https://thegynspace.com/

• IG: @the_gyn_space

• Email: [email protected]

How's Your Flow?

• Calendly link: https://calendly.com/flowtalk/flow-talk-period-pain-stories

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

What if understanding your menstrual cycle was the key to unlocking your optimal health?

Join Jessica and Sarah as they dive into the fascinating world of the cervix's adjusting anatomy, the painful environment of menstruating with an extreme bleeding disorder, and the new reality of online access to providers / treatment (no matter where you are located).

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

How's Your Flow?

• Calendly link: https://calendly.com/flowtalk/flow-talk-period-pain-stories

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Venuz Zamora is an accomplished stage manager with a spirited heart, and her dedication to solutions spills over onto the stage of her life where she manages idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).

Venus's story highlights the power of positive thinking and self-care: "I keep my platelets up with the power of positive thinking." while also calling to attention the need for collaborative decision-making with medical professionals.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

What is ITP?

• https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/5726-immune-thrombocytopenia

• https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/idiopathic-thrombocytopenic-purpura-itp

Books by Manly P Hall:

• https://www.prs.org/store/c2/Books_by_Manly_P._Hall.html

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

I cared enough to make a change & because I could care enough, I could change the way things were & just my little ripple could have an impact. - Rep Jaime Churches

Join us on Flow as we delve into the significance of conversations about menstruation, the transformative power of women in leadership roles, and the urgent need former fifth grade teacher Jaime Churches feels to help reluctant learners on the house floor.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Guest: Representative Jaime Churches

https://housedems.com/jaime-churches/

Social Media:

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Empowering menstruating individuals with knowledge and resources to confidently embrace their bodies is what FLOW is all about. This month, gain insights into how menstrual awareness can enable self-assured decision-making about your body.

This month:

• Assess the latest advances in tackling heavy cycles, to help find relief for those with extreme periods….

• Acknowledge the growing demand for diverse birth control methods and non-hormonal alternatives….

• Realize the significance of challenging menstruation-related misconceptions and normalizing discussions on this natural bodily function.

Plus: identify the avenues for private support and assistance with abortion services.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• "What a Period is really like" with Cameron Esposito: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeg3h5zbadc

• Keep Your Abortion Private: https://www.vpnmentor.com/blog/keep-your-abortion-private/

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Have you heard the myths that normalizing menstruation experiences is a taboo, or that it only happens to women, or that it's only an inconvenience? Don't believe it! Stephanie and Emily are here to bust those myths and share the truth about menstruation experiences.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Embrace a diverse range of menstruation experiences and tackle extreme situations with confidence.

• Learn tools to maintain mental well-being and manage symptoms during menstrual cycles.

• Foster open, empathetic conversations with others about menstruation to promote understanding.

• Recognize the crucial role of menstrual cycle tracking for overall health and wellness.

• Enhance teacher-student dialogue about menstruation, encouraging empathy and support in the learning environment.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Guest Info / Resources Mentioned

• Cycle Chats https://www.cyclechats.com/

• Cycle Chats Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cyclechats/

• Cycle Chats Twitter https://twitter.com/cyclechats

• Cycle Chats Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CycleChats/

• The Egg The Egg - A Short Story

• "RuPaul-blicans" https://time.com/6271330/instagram-turns-republican-anti-lgbtq-drag-queen/

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on

BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Sarah and Jessica discuss the recently proposed ban on period conversation in Florida, the reality of period pain that is as strong as a heart attack, and why education is life saving.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Period Talk Resources

• Foundation for Women & Girls with Bleeding Disorders

• Let's Talk Period

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Jessica Foley, MD is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist with a passion for camp.

Join Sarah and Jessica on FLOW as they deep dive into vWD diagnosis challenges, treatment options, and the joys of hemophilia camp - all in honor of March / Bleeding Disorders Awareness month.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

vWD Resources

• NHF - National Hemophilia Foundation

• WFH - World Federation of Hemophilia

• Foundation for Women & Girls with Bleeding Disorders

• Let's Talk Period

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

Maryon is driven by injustice. She shares the story of a menopausal woman "sectioned" (institutionalized) in the UK, her menopause experience dismissed repeatedly… How can awareness transform the lives of those experiencing menopause? …how about the lives of those who love someone experiencing menopause?

Happy early Valentine's to all Menopausal menstruators - we love you so much!

Join Sarah and Jessica on FLOW as they unpack the essential health benefits of Menopause Awareness with author and educator Maryon Stewart. Maryon is driven by injustice, having witnessed so many menopausal individuals with "no hope".

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

Maryon Stewart

WEBSITE http://www.maryonstewart.com/book

FACEBOOK @ms.maryonstewart

TWITTER @maryonstewart

IG @maryonstewartmenopause

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNrg33q-OzFaPwV4V86irOg

Order Maryon's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1608686825/

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online

• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond

• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com

• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door

• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy

• IG @swsxtherapy

• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org

"When we launched we realized how little people with periods knew about their own bodies" - determined to create a positive and welcoming space to focus on reproductive health, founder Robyn McLean started Hello Period Products - helloperiod.com.

Robyn offers FLOW a lesson on vaginal shape (shot glass, champagne flute, or lab dish?), unpacks sustainability challenges, and gives a peek into the New Zealand healthcare scene.

FLOW is straight talk about extreme periods, with new episodes the second Thursday of each month. Tune in for tips for self study, shared discoveries and to expand menstrual awareness.

Program Notes:

LINKS

• Hello Period https://helloperiod.com/en-us
• Hello Period IG, @helloperiodco
• Hello Period Twitter, @thehellocup
• Hello Period Facebook, @helloperiodco

HOST: Jessica RIchmond

• Website: jrich.online
• IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond
• Twitter @geniuspills

HOST: Sarah Watson

• Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com
• Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door
• Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy
• IG @swsxtherapy
• Twitter @swsextherapy

FLOW is sponsored by Takeda, the manufacturer of a treatment for adults with von Willebrand disease. To see if this treatment might be right for you and your needs, visit: https://ssshare.it/2rnK

Connect with BloodStream Media:

Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com

BloodStream on Facebook

BloodStream on Twitter

Check out Believe Limited's Other Work:

BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com

Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com

Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com

My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/

Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com

Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com

The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org