Period Besties Podcast

Revolutionizing Women's Health with Amy Divaraniya | Period Besties Podcast In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, Stasha and Katie dive into a dynamic conversation with Amy Divaraniya, the founder of OOVA, a groundbreaking company transforming the landscape of hormonal health tracking. Amy shares her personal journey through infertility, which inspired the creation of OOVA, a non-invasive...

Perimenopause Check-In with Co-Host Katie Brussack: Progesterone, Thyroid, Heavy Periods + Summer Routines | Period Besties In this Period Besties Podcast episode, Stasha Washburn interviews co-host Katie Brussack for a personal check-in on her perimenopause journey, including nearly two years on progesterone, thyroid dose adjustments for Hashimoto’s-related fatigue, weight changes, improved energ...

Unlocking Fertility Secrets with Dr. Kela Smith | Period Besties Podcast In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, hosts Stasha and Katie dive deep into the world of fertility and hormonal health with special guest Dr. Kayla Smith. Explore common misconceptions about fertility treatments, the importance of thorough hormone testing, and impactful lifestyle changes for fertility. Dr. Smith shar...

Healing Chronic Illness, Akashic Records & Period Coaching | Nicole Mixdorf on Root-Cause Healing Katie and Stasha welcome Nicole Mixdorf—an award-winning corporate wellness leader turned Akashic healer—who shares her decade-long journey with ulcerative colitis, flare-ups tied to stress and pregnancy, and how she pursued holistic healing when doctors had no answers. Nicole explains her “five l...

Exploring Motherhood Later in Life with Krissy Gasbarre| Period Besties Podcast Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Krissy Gasbarre, discussing the intricacies of motherhood later in life, fertility challenges, and empowered conversations around reproductive health. With over 20 years of experience as menstruation coaches, Stash...

PCOS Is Now PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Syndrome): What the 2026 Name Change Means + How to Advocate The hosts break down the official May 12, 2026 renaming of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) to PMOS (polyendocrine metabolic syndrome), published in The Lancet after 56 organizations collaborated and surveyed/interviewed 22,000+ doctors and patients, with an estimated three-year transition in cli...

We learned a TON today chatting with Meghan Kasper a pelvic floor occupational therapist. There are SO many ways a pelvic floor therapist can make a difference! A part of our infertility awareness month, we didn't realize just how much more there is. Learn along with us in today's podcast!  Meghan is a pelvic floor occupational therapist, myofasicial release therapist, and massage therapist practi...

Seed Cycling Made Easy: Two Moons on Capsules, PMS Relief, Fiber, Vitex + Cycle-Aware Productivity | Period Coaching Two Moons founders join the Period Besties Podcast to explain seed cycling and why they created phase-based capsules (Zest days 1–14, Zen days 15–28) to make it easier for travel, busy routines, and cycle tracking. They discuss the potential roles of flax, pumpkin, sesame, and sunfl...

Today we got to talk with Aimee Raupp all about fertility, challenges, and things we can do outside of IVF... turns out there's a LOT! Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & fertility detective, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy (2009), Yes, You Can Get Pregnant (2014), Body Belief (2018), and The Egg Qualit...

Environmental Toxins, Periods & Hormone Health: Simple Steps for a Safer Home | Period Besties Podcast On the Period Besties Podcast, hosts interview environmental health educator and consultant Lara Adler about how environmental chemicals can affect health, including menstrual cycles, menopause, endometriosis, and potentially autoimmune issues. Adler emphasizes the field is complex and evolvi...

Today co-host Katie becomes the interviewee! Have a listen as she moves from the host to guest chair and shares how she got started, her bold moves, self-care, what a coaching session is like with her, and so much more!   Katie’s free gift: https://katiebressack.com/freegift/   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.co...

Reduce Your Toxic Load: Easy Home Swaps | Period Besties Podcast In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, the hosts share simple, low-stress ways to reduce everyday “toxic load” ahead of next week’s guest expert Laura Adler discussing endocrine disruptors. They recommend taking shoes off at the door to avoid tracking in chemicals like neighborhood herbicides, swapping non-stick/Teflon cookwa...

The Crucial Role of Protein in Menstrual Health In this episode, our period coaches with over 20 years of combined experience dive into the often overlooked topic of protein and its significant role in menstrual health. From personal stories about their cycles to the practical tips for increasing your protein intake, join the conversation as Stasha and Katie share essential insights. Discover how...

Reduce PMS Bloating Naturally (Luteal Phase Tips) | Period Besties Podcast | Period Coaching In this Period Besties Podcast episode, the hosts talk about common cycle-related bloating—especially in the late luteal phase and before a period—and share practical ways to reduce (not necessarily eliminate) it. Tips include choosing comfortable clothing, adding small daily servings of fermented foods li...

The Inspiring Journey of Airlie and My Period Pal. Join Stasha and Katie on the Period Besties Podcast, where they chat with Airlie, the innovative creator of My Period Pal, a revolutionary product designed to reduce period pain. Airlie shares her inspiring story from personally suffering excruciating period pain after childbirth in the Philippines, to inventing a reflexology-inspired solution, an...

Castor Oil Packs for Period Pain, Bloating & Hormone Support | Period Coaching Tips In this Period Besties Podcast episode, Stasha and Katie share how they use castor oil (with or without a traditional castor oil pack) as part of their period coaching toolkit for cycle support. They share personal experiences including reduced thyroid nodule concern after regular topical use and decreased prem...

Using Your Menstrual Cycle to Find Your Voice | Period Besties Podcast Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In this episode, we dive deep into how your menstrual cycle can affect your verbal skills and tone. Join us as we discuss practical tips and the phases of the menstrual cycle to enhance your speech, set boundaries, and make an impact. From the Dirty Socks Principle to...

Women’s Health Supplements 101 (Q&A) | Vitamin D, Magnesium Glycinate, Probiotics, DIM + Period Coaching Tips   In this Q&A episode of the Period Besties Podcast, the hosts share where to start with women’s health supplements without getting overwhelmed. They recommend testing first when possible, highlight magnesium glycinate for sleep and stress, and stress gut health and absorption befo...

Hormones and Harmonies: A Melodious Dive into Period Coaching with Lynsea Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In this fun and educational episode, our hosts chat with pop artist and songwriter Lynsea about menstrual coaching, women's health, and her bold new song 'Hormones.' Lynsea shares her personal journey into creating music in multiple languages and how understanding...

Perimenopause Overwhelm: Supplements, Iron Deficiency, GLP-1s, and HRT with Dr. Lara Briden | Period Besties Podcast   Today Stasha and Katie discuss with Dr. Lara Briden how social media fuels overwhelm in women’s health—especially during perimenopause—by pushing constant supplements, prescriptions, and medical labels. Dr. Briden emphasizes “zooming out” from narratives, wearing diagnoses lightly...

Unlocking Voice and Leadership with Vocal Alchemist Monifa Harris | Period Besties Podcast Episode In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, Stasha and Katie chat with Monifa Harris, also known as the Vocal Alchemist. Monifa shares her journey from opera singer to vocal coach, emphasizing the importance of using one's voice for healing and leadership. With over 20 years of combined experience...

Doctor Green Flags: How to Find the Right Provider for Your Hormones, Perimenopause & Period Coaching In this Period Besties episode, Stasha and Katie share key “green flags” to look for when finding a new doctor, especially for hormone health, perimenopause, and support that aligns with period coaching. They highlight providers who ask how you feel (not just why you’re there), listen closely...

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor's Office In today's episode, we're diving into the critical topic of self-advocacy in medical settings. Join us as we share practical tips and strategies to advocate for yourself during doctor's appointments. From writing down symptoms and questions to bringing a support person and recording sessions, we'll cover it all. Get ready to feel empowered, confi...

Doctor Visit Red Flags (Period Coaching Edition): Birth Control Push, BMI Bias, No Testing & Not Being Heard In this episode, Katie and the host share a “doctor visit red flags” list, focused on women’s health care and OB-GYN visits. They explain why it’s a red flag when a doctor’s first solution for symptoms (painful or irregular periods, PCOS, perimenopause concerns) is birth control (especi...

Questions we get all the time is how and why to seed cycle. So today we're giving you a quick primer on seed cycling!   Smoothies in Flow freebie: https://theperiodcoach.com/smoothies-in-flow/   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebie...