The Period Party

On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Dr. Aviva Romm, Yale-trained, board-certified MD, midwife, and herbalist with a specialty in women’s health. Here's the highlights of this episode:  What is the revolution Aviva suggests in her book, “The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution”, and why is it important to all women?What are some common symptoms of adrenal and thyroid dysfunction?Learn Aviva's three non-negotiables that keep her healthy and energized? (PS. All women should know about these)Understand why the medical establishment dismisses your adrenal issuesYou talk about the role of the HPA axis in overwhelm, a chronic problem for so many of us. What is the HPA axis and what’s the role it plays?Learn the term “S.O.S.” or Survival Overdrive Syndrome and why its so common among women of all ages. What are the consequences of “S.O.S.” and why does it disproportionately affect women?  Aviva shares her top tips on what women can do to break the cycle and heal the HPA axis? Referred to as “the face of natural medicine in the 21st century” by Prevention Magazine and one of the 100 Women to Watch in Wellness by Mind Body Green, Aviva Romm is also the founding board member of Yale Integrative Medicine. Her new book, The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution, provides a groundbreaking blueprint for women to take back their health by understanding the Root Causes of imbalance. Don't forget to check out her brand new book here.

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Heather and Damian Dubé, Diagnostic & Functional Nutritionists and the Co-Founders of e3 Energy Evolved, a thyroid, adrenal & metabolic restoration system helping women & men create their lifetime-best natural wellness & metabolism. Learn how Heather beat advanced Hashimoto's drug-free with diet and lifestyle. Is it possible for most people to reverse their thyroid, autoimmune & weight loss imbalances naturally?Why are so many still sick, on medications or Synthroid, & unable to overcome their symptoms & weight gain?Are endocrine imbalances the cause of PMS and menstrual cycle irregularities?Damien and Heather's solutions to help you move forward in normalizing your cycles and making them less symptomatic? Damian & Heather Dubé discovered their system during their battle to successfully beat Heather’s advanced Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Autoimmune Disease drug-free through nutrition & lifestyle, and transform her body to compete naturally as a US National Level Figure Athlete in 2 years. With 50 years combined education & experience in nutrition, wellness, psychology, athletics & pharmacy, they are Nutritionists, Athletes, Expert Contributors for Experience Life & OnFitness Magazines, & Nutrition Science Peer Reviewers to mass market fat loss brands like TapouT XT.  Get Heather and Damian's 18-page Guide & Recipe book to start restoring your thyroid and metabolism today!  

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Kelsey Knight, a labor and delivery registered nurse and co-initiator of The Fifth Vital Sign, a project where Kelsey and her best friend, Emily, taught free reproductive health classes across the U.S.  Here's what they talk about on the show: The story of the Fifth Vital sign project: curriculum, format, highlights of their travelsThe menstrual cycle and fertility awareness methodBreast awarenessHow to talk with your providerBirth control doulasThe future of the Fifth Vital Sign project Kelsey Knight trained and volunteered as a birth doula, opening her eyes to the imperatives of informed consent and health as a human right. She then pursued a nursing career in in-patient obstetrics. She is also a certified lactation consultant and childbirth educator. She’s interested in documenting women’s stories. Most recently, she co-initiated a project, called The Fifth Vital Sign, with her best friend, Emily. For three months, they roadtripped across the United States, teaching free reproductive health classes in over 63 locations along the way, spreading information about body literacy and informed choice. Emily and Kelsey are co-writing a book about their travels.

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Madeleine Shaw, co-founder of Lunapads, a vertical e-commerce retailer and multiple award-winning pioneer in the taboo-breaking field of natural menstrual health.  Here are some highlights from the show:  For people who are new to Lunapads: what got you interested in natural menstrual health in the first place? And what are Lunapads?What are the main benefits of switching to reusable menstrual products from disposables?Period underwear have definitely become a thing in the past couple of years. You have been making them for decades: what’s new with Luna Undies?As pioneers who have been working on busting the period taboo for decades, how do you feel about the fact that the conversation has finally caught up with you?Social partnerships aimed at menstrual health and education: the evolution of Pads4Girls, One4Her and AFRIpads. Madeleine Shaw and Suzanne Siemens are Vancouver-based social entrepreneurs known for their commitment to progressive business practices and gender equality. They're curious, passionate innovators who love to explore the intersection between business and social change. Heralding from diverse backgrounds, they joined forces in 2000 to found a 7-figure manufacturing & web retail business, numerous initiatives dedicated to promoting Menstrual Health and education in the Global South, and most recently, a non-profit society  responsible for a national event series for tween girls.  

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole spice up the party by jamming about self-care during the holiday season. Then, they talk with Diandra Kalish, Founder and Executive Director of UnTabooed, an organization committed to breaking the taboo surrounding menstruation by providing menstrual health education and sustainable menstrual products to women in need, and promoting conversation among people everywhere. What is UnTabooed and what inspired Diandra to start a business helping women experience better periods?What makes UnTabooed different from other non-profits helping women?What are reusable menstrual products and why are they a better option overall for women and the planet?Homeless women and women in jail are at a huge disadvantage when it comes to menstrual hygiene — find out why.Learn how you can help menstruating women in need via UnTabooed. UnTabooed was founded in May 2015 and has helped over 130 girls and women make the switch to reusable menstrual products, providing them with a sustainable period solution. Visit the website for more information www.untabooed.org. Contact Diandra to bring a workshop to your community. 

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Lara Adler, an Environmental Toxins Expert & Educator and a Certified Holistic Health Coach. What are environmental chemicals and what's the big deal with them?What are endocrine disruptors, how often are we exposed to them and how do they work?How extremely small exposures to these chemicals can have a huge impact on your health? Where are the most common ones found (and how might they impact us)?What are the most common symptoms seen from toxin exposure?What everyone can start doing now to reduce exposure to EDC's? Lara Adler trains and educates practitioners within the health & wellness community to better understand the links between environmental chemicals and their impact on disease states - from weight gain and diabetes, to thyroid disease and infertility - so they can better support their clients. Her students also include direct-sales consultants who wish to become more articulate about the products they represent, and health enthusiasts who are proactive about their and their family's well being. Lara is deeply committed to peeling back the curtain and opening up the conversation about environmental toxins to in a way that's informative, accessible, actionable and free from overwhelm.

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Jessica Drummond (MPT, CCN, CHC) -- the Founder and CEO of the Integrative Women's Health Institute. Is it true that all athletic women should consider being on birth control so that their periods don’t disrupt their competitive performance?For young athletic girls who are just starting their menstrual cycles, how can we educate them (and their parents and coaches) about menstrual health and it’s relationship to their general health?What can young athletic girls who aren’t getting a period do? When is the time to explore further and how do you support parents in this?What is a Female Athlete triad, and how does it impact a girl throughout the rest of her life.For perimenopausal athletes who’s periods may be becoming naturally more irregular, what red flags can they look for to be sure that they are avoiding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)? Jessica is passionate about caring for and empowering women who struggle with women’s and pelvic health conditions. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women's and pelvic healthcare. Having over a decade of experience as a women’s and pelvic physical therapist plus owning a private women’s health clinical nutrition and coaching practice gives her a unique perspective on the integrative, conservative options for pelvic pain management. Jessica was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and Duke Integrative Medicine. She is currently a doctoral student in clinical nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health.

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Caroline Zwickson, a Certified Women’s Health Coach with an M.A. in Counseling Psychology. She focuses on natural pregnancy preparation, hormone balance & gentle postpartum healing for women who want to feel amazing in their own skin, birth happy babies, and take charge of their expanding lives confidently. Here are the highlights of what we cover during this episode:  What is emotional fertility and how is it different from physical fertility?What questions do you need to ask to figure out if you’re emotionally fertile?Why is being emotionally fertile an important part of your physical fertility and your ability to get pregnant naturally?Caroline’s steps to begin fostering and enhancing your emotional fertility. Caroline integrates functional nutrition, life & wellness coaching, as well as positive psychology to guide her clients in creating joyful lives and fertile bodies, adapting to new food & lifestyle habits that are grounded in establishing balance and health, and make strong decisions that are truly based on their individual goals, desires and intentions in life. Her approach to women’s fertility and motherhood is based on positivity and the firm belief that women have an immense capacity for creation. Find out more about her at www.carolinezwickson.com and you can take her free quiz to find out how ready you body is for a healthy pregnancy (+ you’ll get her FREE healthy pregnancy workbook).

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Dr. Mariza Snyder, a wellness practitioner and public speaker with over 8 years of experience focusing on women's health. She leads a community of women who educate about nutrition, detox programs, self-care and essential oils. Here are the highlights of what we cover during this episode:  3 ways to use essential oils plus how to consume themEssential oils that support different period problems like chronic stress, PMS and cramps How to choose the best essential oil brand for youHow to use essential oils as a substitute for toxic personal care products Bonus: Dr. Mariza’s Libido Booster blend & the two best essential oils for improving your libidoBonus: Dr. Mariza’s Superwoman essential oil blend and stress buster blend that works in seconds!  Dr. Mariza became passionate about women’s health after her own health issues. Through functional medicine, whole foods and self-care practices she was able to heal her adrenal dysregulation and chronic migraines related to hormone imbalance. Today, Dr. Mariza serves as an educator on topics relating to women's hormone health and she's an author of five best-selling nutrition books: The DASH Diet Cookbook, which was featured on Dr. Oz, The Low Glycemic Index Slow Cooker, The Antioxidant Counter, The Water Infusion Detox Book and The Matcha Miracle. She is currently working on her sixth book, The Smart Mom's Guide to Essential Oils. Check out her website, drmariza.com, for women's health tips, including recipes and remedies.  Dr. Mariza graduated Cum Laude from Life Chiropractic College West in 2008. She has a background in biochemistry and certifications in nutrition and aromatherapy. 

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Are you ready to transform your menstrual health? Get started with the Fix Your Period Collective by taking my new and improved period quiz, which will translate your responses into a personalized period dashboard that gives you all the answers and solutions you've ever wanted for your cycle and hormone problems. Get started at https://fixyourperiod.com/quiz/.

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On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Dr. Tom O'Bryan, world expert on gluten and it’s impact on your health. What do "autoimmunity" and "autoimmune conditions" actually mean? The 3 things necessary for the development of autoimmune disease, and what can we do about them?Do you really have to give up gluten if you don't feel symptoms? Is gluten in Europe or other countries different to gluten in America?The specific tests that should be done to determine how your immune system is responding to gluten.What lifestyle habits can a person create to combat inflammation in their body? Dr. O'Bryan is an internationally recognized and sought after speaker and workshop leader specializing in the complications of Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, Celiac Disease, and the development of Autoimmune Diseases as they occur inside and outside of the intestines. He is the founder of www.theDr.com and the visionary behind The Gluten Summit - A Grain of Truth. Dr. O’Bryan is considered the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ for chronic disease and metabolic disorders. He is a clinician par excellence in treating chronic disease and metabolic disorders from a Functional Medicine Perspective. He holds teaching Faculty positions with the Institute for Functional Medicine and the National University of Health Sciences. His 2016 critically acclaimed ground-breaking book, The Autoimmune Fix outlines the step-by-step development of degenerative diseases and gives tools to identify our dis-ease process years before the symptoms are obvious.   

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Are you ready to transform your menstrual health? Get started with the Fix Your Period Collective by taking my new and improved period quiz, which will translate your responses into a personalized period dashboard that gives you all the answers and solutions you've ever wanted for your cycle and hormone problems. Get started at https://fixyourperiod.com/quiz/.

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