Getting Rid of PMDD: Defaults
Today we discuss what defaults are, why they're important, how to properly use them, and examples that work well for Heidi. Listen to the podcast for examples. 🙂 Heidi always love to connect with listeners. Send her an email anytime at heidi@heidibradfordcoaching.com Take Aways -A default in this context is: is a pre-selected option that you choose to do if there is not an alternative that you want more. -Creating defaults leads to more freedom. -Having defaults saves time ...
25 Apr 23min
Getting Rid of PMDD: Tracking
Join Heidi to discover a basic way of tracking signs and symptoms you experience and an advanced way of tracking signs and symptoms. Record on paper, in a planner, on your phone, and/or using an app. Remember to record physical and emotional signs and symptoms. They are interconnected and influence one another. Take Aways Why you should track your signs and symptomsBasic tracking includes: recording the date you begin your period, how many days you bleed, your mood, and any discord...
9 Apr 25min
Getting Rid of PMDD: Supplements
Are you stuck not knowing what supplements to try to get rid of your pmdd symptoms? This is a great episode for you! Heidi shares the supplements, vitamins, and medicines she has tried over the past 3 years to get rid of her symptoms. Each woman's body is unique so trial and error is key for success, but listening to what has helped other women is great for a starting point and each time you want to try something new. Take Aways Don't fall for "There's no price too high for good health." trap...
24 Mar 22min
Getting Rid of PMDD: Mindset
This and the following four episodes are a series of podcasts explaining Heidi's five part method to get rid of PMDD. This episode is about Part 1: Mindset. Heidi's 5 Part Method for Getting Rid of PMDD MindsetSupplementsTrackingDefaultsPersonal DevelopmentTake Aways This method is to be used continually.When you find mindsets that help you, incorporate them more into your life.Common worries/thoughts that a woman with PMS or PMDD are... We're going to get into a fight. I'm going to be irrita...
11 Mar 16min
Handling Loss Part 2
In the previous episode, Heidi shared why handling loss has been on her mind and ways to handle loss. Today she discusses losses that are common for women that experience PMDD and ways that can help you feel better. Take Aways Losses women experience when PMDD symptoms are active: Relationship with yourself: You experience the loss of your “usual” relationship with yourself (during days 15-28). Relationship with your husband: Normal solutions for conflict resolution don’t work. You lose ...
4 Mar 22min
Handling Loss Part 1
Loss is a part of life. It's not a very fun part, but it seems to be necessary during our time on this earth. Over the past six months, Heidi has experienced loss in the form of loved ones passing from this life and loved ones of her friends passing from this life. Take Aways You will likely experience loss that will affect you in these areas: relationships, time, health, and money. Women with premenstrual disorders experience loss in unique ways (Addressed more in Part 2)Are...
24 Feb 16min
11 Obstacles to Recognizing You Have a Premenstrual Disorder
Premenstrual disorders (like PMDD or PME) can be tricky to recognize. There isn't one significant symptom that is a tell-tale sign that you have a premenstrual disorder. In this episode, Heidi describes obstacles to recognizing you have a premenstrual disorder. Take Aways: 11 Obstacles Premenstrual disorder manifests as a mental health challengeWhen you present your issues and problems to a doctor nothing stands out as a premenstrual disorder.Hormone levels come back normal (becau...
11 Feb 12min
What is Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME)?
Did you know that PMDD is not the only premenstrual disorder? There is another premenstrual disorder referred to as Premenstrual Exacerbation. In today's episode I explain the differences between PMDD and PME. I also explain what PME is and why some women think they have PMDD when they likely have PME. Enjoy! Take Aways -Overview of the menstrual cycle -"The rise and fall of hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone, contribute to symptoms in premenstrual disorders, PMD, such as ...
29 Jan 14min