Period Besties Podcast

Mira Hormone Testing Explained: Urine vs Bloodwork, Perimenopause Insights & Better Cycle Tracking | Period Besties

In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, Stasha and Katie talk with Rose McKenzie, Clinical Manager at Mira, about at-home urine hormone testing and why frequent, cycle-long tracking can reveal patterns that single-point blood draws often miss.

Rose explains benefits of urine testing (ease, cost, daily measu...

The Sweet Side of Periods: Healthy Dessert Tips on the Period Besties Podcast

Join Stasha and Katie on the Period Besties Podcast as they dive into the sweet world of desserts! With over 20 years of combined experience in period coaching, they share practical tips to make desserts healthier, easier, and less intense on blood sugar.

From balancing blood sugar to sharing their favorite dessert recipes, like raw macaroons and baked ap...

Period Pain Explained: Prostaglandins, Endometriosis Clues & Practical Relief Tips (with Nicole Jardim)

On the Period Besties Podcast, hosts welcome back menstrual health expert Nicole Jardim to discuss period pain, why debilitating cramps shouldn’t be normalized, and when pain warrants evaluation. Nicole explains how prostaglandins drive uterine contractions and can cause symptoms beyond the uterus (nausea, diarrhea, hea...

Mastering Dinner with the Period Besties: Easy, Delicious, Hormone-Friendly Meals

Join Stasha and Katie on the Period Besties Podcast where they dish out their favorite go-to dinner recipes that are not only easy to make but also harmonize with your hormonal cycle.

In this episode, they delve into batch cooking, seasonal veggies, and versatile dishes like tacos, chili, and stir fry.

Whether it's hearty stews for the luteal phase or...

The Women’s Brain with Dr. Sarah McKay: PMS, Culture, Pregnancy Brain Changes & Menstrual Cycle Neuroscience

On the Period Besties Podcast, the hosts interview neuroscientist and author Dr. Sarah McKay (The Women’s Brain) about why women’s brains are adaptable rather than “broken” by hormones. McKay explains research showing huge cross-cultural variation in reported PMS (e.g., France ~12%, Switzer...

Snacking Smart with Stasha & Katie - Join Stasha and Katie on the Period Besties Podcast as they dive into the world of hormone-supportive snacks!

With over 20 years of collective experience in period coaching, they share their favorite snack ideas that keep energy levels stable and help balance blood sugar throughout the day. From Vermont meat sticks to hummus and raw carrots, discover a delightful mix of nutrient-rich snacks ...

Period Besties Live & Unfiltered (Sept 21–25): Meet the Period Coach Experts + Ask Your Questions Live

Stasha Washburn and Katie Bressack announce Period Besties Live & Unfiltered, a live interactive event running September 21–25 with seven panels featuring doctors, experts, and moderators where attendees can ask questions in real time and build community around women’s health.

Panels cover Thin Doesn&rsqu...

Delicious Lunch Ideas to Support Your Hormones

In this fun and informative episode, the besties continue their conversation on hormone-supporting foods with a lunch-focused discussion.

From the love of pesto and batch-cooked leftovers to versatile bowls and hearty soups, Stasha and Katie share their favorite lunch ideas.

Whether you're into Mediterranean flavors, protein-packed meals, or creative deconstructed sandwiches, there's s...

Peptides & GLP-1s Explained: Microdosing, Benefits, Risks, and How to Use Them Safely | Period Besties Podcast In this Period Besties episode, hosts interview wellness expert Elissa Goodman about GLP-1s and peptides, explaining that peptides are chains of amino acids that support repair and that GLP-1s help lower blood sugar, reduce hunger and “food noise,” and may offer broader metabolic benefits; she also mentions...

Breakfast Ideas for Hormone Balance 

Join us for a fun and open conversation about all things periods, hormones, and breakfast ideas. In this episode, we're diving into our favorite breakfast recipes to kickstart your day and keep your hormones balanced.

From savory breakfast tacos to protein-packed salmon cakes, and even creative ways to enjoy oatmeal - there's something for everyone!

Whether you're a sweet or savory breakfas...

Perimenopause, Neurodivergence & Self-Advocacy: ADHD, Hormones, and Accommodations with Meredith Canaan | Period Besties

In this episode of Period Besties, Stasha interviews business and marketing expert Meredith Canaan about neurodivergence, perimenopause, and advocating for diagnoses and accommodations. Meredith shares her 1990s learning-disability diagnoses, later recognizing ADHD traits as estrogen changes affected executiv...

Back to School Health Tips: Prioritize Yourself This Fall

Welcome to another fun episode of the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In this back-to-school special, our period coaches help you reset your routines and prioritize self-care.

As the seasons change, they share practical tips for rejuvenating your morning and evening rituals, meal planning, and prepping to keep your energy up for the busy months ahead.

Learn how...

Gut Health, Stool Tests & Hormones: GI-MAP, H. pylori, Stress, Candida + Simple Digestion Fixes | Period Besties Podcast

In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, Stasha and Katie interview gut health practitioner Carrie Sink about digestion, poop, and how stool testing (especially the GI-MAP) can reveal microbiome imbalances, digestive function, immune markers, inflammation, and missing beneficial bacteria.

Carrie explain...

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Breast Cancer Awareness, HRT Myths, and Women's Health with Dr. Carrie Jones

Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In this episode, we dive deep into breast cancer awareness with the esteemed Dr. Carrie Jones. We discuss the rising rates of breast cancer diagnoses, the myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT), an...

Abnormal Mammogram to Biopsy: Dense Breasts, Family History, and Coping While You Wait | Period Besties Podcast

Stasha shares a real-time update after a July 9 follow-up mammogram and ultrasound prompted by an abnormality in her left breast. The additional imaging was more painful than a regular mammogram, and the ultrasound showed many cysts plus a darker mass that was “not a cyst,” leading the doctor to recommend a fa...

🎙️ Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast! In this episode, Stasha and Katie dive deep into the truth about Wild Yam for perimenopause and hormone health.

✨ What you’ll learn:

What is Wild Yam and how is it used?

Does Wild Yam actually help with perimenopause symptoms like insomnia, hot flashes, and mood swings?

The science behind Wild Yam Cream: myth vs. reality

Placebo effect and natural remedies for hormone balance

Expert ...

Hormone Testing Explained: Blood Work vs Dutch vs Hormone Zoomer (Cortisol, Toxins, Perimenopause) | Period Besties

In this Period Besties Podcast episode, hosts welcome Maria of Rupp Wellness to explain hormone testing options and why many people with clear symptoms still get “normal” results on standard blood work.

Maria compares blood labs with functional testing like the Hormone Zoomer (which she calls the gold stan...

Harnessing Your Menstrual Cycle for Business Success | Period Besties Podcast

Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In this episode, your hosts, seasoned period coaches, dive into the power of working with your menstrual cycle to enhance business productivity and overall well-being.

Celebrate the launch of Stasha's new book, 'Bloody Brilliant Business,' and get ready for a series of episodes packed with tips,...

Perimenopause Update: Hot Flashes, Hormone Testing, Liver Enzymes + Launching the “Pain Free Periods” Podcast

In this Period Besties episode, Katie interviews her “period bestie” Stasha for a candid perimenopause check-in. Stasha shares new symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes, what Mira hormone testing showed (low progesterone and fluctuating estrogen), and why bloodwork snapshots can miss ongoing ch...