84. Birth Control vs. Fertility Awareness: An Honest Conversation

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Ever found yourself questioning how birth control impacts your body's natural hormonal flow? In our latest episode, we peek behind the curtain of hormonal contraceptives, from the pill to IUDs. We shed light on the obscured truths behind birth control's effects on women's health, discussing how they can often mask the symptoms of issues like endometriosis without actually healing the body (but in fact causing more harm).
We're sharing not just our own stories but also the voices of many who've walked this path, aiming to open your eyes to the realities of treatment options and ignite a conversation about the personal and spiritual dimensions of fertility choices.
When I realized my mental health was in freefall, coinciding with the start of hormonal birth control, it sparked a fierce quest for understanding the link between our minds and the medications we take. This episode doesn't shy away from the gritty details of how contraceptives can influence everything from our mental state to our nutrient levels and even our choice in partners. By confronting the challenges around IUDs and the potential side effects of various birth control methods, we stand as a rallying cry for informed consent and a holistic view of the female endocrine orchestra. Hear from those who've been on the front lines, fought for their health sovereignty, and won, inspiring you to reclaim your body's autonomy.
This journey culminates in an empowering rallying call to embrace the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), a beacon for those seeking harmony with their body's natural rhythms. With tales of transformation and the reclamation of control over their reproductive health, we illustrate the profound difference FAM can make. Our conversation is an invitation for you to learn more about your own body, to consider alternatives to hormonal birth control, and to participate in a movement of women who are informed, aware, and in charge of their health destiny. Join us in this pivotal discussion that is essential for anyone invested in women's health, spiritual well-being, and bodily autonomy.

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1. 84. Birth Control vs. Fertility Awareness: An Honest Conversation (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Women's Health and Birth Control (00:00:14)

3. Fertility Awareness vs. Birth Control (00:11:01)

4. Hormonal Birth Control Side Effects (00:25:20)

5. Birth Control and Mental Health (00:34:55)

6. The Problems With IUDs (00:39:08)

7. Side Effects of Birth Control (00:46:52)