Puberty and Perimenopause: Bridging Generations with the Puberty Doula S2E19

Navigating Puberty and Perimenopause: Conversations and Support with Elvira DiBrigit | Period Besties Podcast

Join hosts Stasha and Katie, experienced period coaches, in this episode of the Period Besties Podcast as they dive into the world of puberty and perimenopause with guest Elvira DiBrigit also known as the 'puberty doula.' Elvira shares her insights on how parents can prepare for and navigate the onset of puberty in girls, including early signs and the importance of open communication. They discuss the challenges of simultaneous hormonal changes in mothers and daughters, offer practical tips for tracking cycles together, and emphasize the need for emotional regulation. Elvira also touches on her vision for community support structures like Moon Lodges and shares her own self-care routines. This episode is packed with valuable information for parents, future period coaches, and anyone interested in menstrual health and education.

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00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast

01:19 Reflecting on Puberty Education

03:46 Introducing the Puberty Doula

05:49 Navigating Puberty and Perimenopause

07:46 Tracking Cycles Together

12:04 Signs of Puberty

16:36 Open Conversations About Periods

22:49 Managing Mood Swings

26:51 Reflecting on Teenage Years

28:28 Mother-Daughter Circles and Coaching

29:34 Navigating Parent-Child Communication

32:07 The Importance of Early Conversations

32:45 Changing Perspectives on Teenagers

33:43 Menstrual Education and Light Bulb Moments

34:26 Balancing Work, Health, and Self-Care

38:00 First Period Memories

39:53 Envisioning the Future of Period Coaching

42:09 Lightning Round and Farewell

 

Todays episode is sponsored by:
Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness.

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The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution
Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book 
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Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound