It's Not JUST a Period!

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast and to keep up to date with Alexandra’s Vlogs.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!This week Alexandra sits down with Mariella Dearlove whose Endometriosis journey stole a decade from her and left her unable to function as a woman in her 20's.Over the past 10 years Mariella has been subjected to numerous surgeries, gruelling rounds of IVF, heartbreaking miscarriages and a hysterectomy.She shares the raw, unfiltered horrors of living in pain every day, the effect on her career and relationships and the symptoms that plagued her life.Their discussion highlights the inhumane and unethical way women are treated in the healthcare system and the profound gaps in women's health.Links, Socials & ProductsMariella Dearlove...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariellamimii/It's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code INJAP10 at checkout.Alexandra’s favourite product from the range; mentioned in this week’s ad, is the Natural Pain Relief Patches (https://beyouonline.co.uk/products/beyou-period-pain-relief-patch) designed to naturally relieve period pain.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!If you’re tired of being told “it’s just a period,” this episode is for you. Alexandra takes a look back at some of her favourite moments from the past six months, from honest chats about Endometriosis and PCOS to powerful stories of strength, resilience, and advocacy. These highlights remind us exactly why we started, and why we’ll never stop speaking up.And… drumroll please, It’s Not Just a Period LIVE is officially happening! Join us for the ultimate GIRL CHAT, featuring explosive storytelling from Evelyn Scott, a raw and unfiltered Q&A, and plenty of laughter (with maybe a few tears along the way).Tickets are available now - CLICK HERE TO GET YOURS!Kicking off part 2 of our best bits lineup is the incredible Elen Wyn, sharing one of the most empowering moments from her episode, alongside special highlights from Jen Moore, Laura Potts, and Keisha Sethi.Links, Socials & ProductsIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code INJAP10 at checkout.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!If you’re tired of being told “it’s just a period,” this episode is for you. Alexandra takes a look back at some of her favourite moments from the past six months, from honest chats about Endometriosis and PCOS to powerful stories of strength, resilience, and advocacy. These highlights remind us exactly why we started, and why we’ll never stop speaking up.And… drumroll please, It’s Not Just a Period LIVE is officially happening! Join us for the ultimate GIRL CHAT, featuring explosive storytelling from Evelyn Scott, a raw and unfiltered Q&A, and plenty of laughter (with maybe a few tears along the way).🎟️ Early bird tickets are available now — CLICK HERE TO GET YOURS!Kicking off our “best of” lineup is the incredible Phoebe Williams, sharing one of the most empowering moments from her episode, alongside special highlights from Charlotte Henshaw, Libby Tanswell-Gidney, and Tia Purewal.Links, Socials & ProductsIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code INJAP10 at checkout.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!Today Alexandra sits down with Eleria co-founder, Kira Goode, who is transforming the perception, understanding and landscape of period products.Kira shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey that led to the creation of Eleria, a sustainable menstrual cup designed to make periods more accessible, affordable and sustainable. She shares how much she struggled with her periods after years of using tampons and sanitary towels and how period cups changed her life forever.Their discussion dives deep into period products, innovation in women's health and the challenges of being a female founded, female focused brand in the world of investment. They highlight the importance of education, empowerment, and open dialogue in changing the narrative around menstruation and how brands like Eleria can transform the period experience for future generations.Links, Socials & ProductsKira Goode…Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kira_goode/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kira_goode?lang=enEleria:  https://eleria.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleria_uk/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eleria_ukWebsite: https://eleria.comIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code ALEXANDRA10 at checkout.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!You'll know this week's guest as a loyal faithful and Welsh diamond from the hit BBC series 'The Traitors'. Joining Alexandra this week is the lovely Elen Wyn, who is sharing her journey with stage 4 Endometriosis. She describes the vital role TikTok played in discovering Endometriosis and how it helped her to identify her symptoms, the long and difficult road to diagnosis and the challenges of accessing an Endometriosis specialist.Elen shares how an ultrasound and MRI scan changed her life forever but not in the way she expected and why she is so dedicated to spreading awareness of Endometriosis using her social media platforms. Through her story, she emphasises the importance of listening to your body, advocating for yourself, and breaking the stigma around women’s pain.Links, Socials & ProductsElen Wyn…Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_elenwyn/?hl=enTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elenwyn_Website: https://www.elenwyn.com/It's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code ALEXANDRA10 at checkout.Alexandra’s favourite product from the range; mentioned in this week’s ad, is the Natural Pain Relief Patches (https://beyouonline.co.uk/products/beyou-period-pain-relief-patch) designed to naturally relieve period pain.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!In today's episode Alexandra sits down with women's health advocate and UGC creator, Laura Potts. Laura has been diagnosed with PCOS and Endometriosis, despite suffering with symptoms since her early teenage years she is still very much in the midst of her Endometriosis journey.She shares her challenges with losing weight, fertility and family planning, and the road to getting excision surgery. Their conversation sheds light on how many women are discriminated against in the healthcare system and the weight stigma that surrounds these conditions. They discuss the power of community building on social media and the huge role TikTok has played in Laura's personal and professional life, leading her to host 'Your Endo Events' across the country where women come together to connect, share, and support one another.Links, Socials & ProductsLaura Potts...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurpottsx/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurpottsxYour Endo Events: https://www.instagram.com/your.endoevents/It's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code ALEXANDRA10 at checkout.Alexandra’s favourite product from the range; mentioned in this week’s ad, is the Natural Pain Relief Patches (https://beyouonline.co.uk/products/beyou-period-pain-relief-patch) designed to naturally relieve period pain.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!Joining Alexandra in the studio this week is entrepreneur, PCOS advocate and women's health coach, Keisha Sethi.Keisha’s journey started in year 5 of primary school, at such a young age she experienced excess hair growth and the start of her period. As a member of a proud South Asian family, Keisha and her mum navigated the upsetting and difficult path of contraceptive medications and being given a life sentence of infertility. She shares the emotional and physical struggles of living with PCOS symptoms through the different stages of her life, including the time she spent homeless, her eating anxiety and how it impacted all of her relationships.Alexandra and Keisha discuss fertility routes, the toll of miscarriage and how holistic health can compliment Western medicine. Their conversation sheds light on the importance of empathy in medical practices, the value of holistic approaches in women’s healthcare, and the need to break down stigma around these often overlooked issues.Links, Socials & ProductsKeisha…Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesswithkeisha/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fitnesswithkeishaIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code ALEXANDRA10 at checkout.✨ Alexandra’s favourite product from the range; mentioned in this week’s ad, is the Natural Pain Relief Patches (https://beyouonline.co.uk/products/beyou-period-pain-relief-patch) designed to naturally relieve period pain.⚠️ Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!Joining Alexandra in the studio is author, campaigner, Endometriosis and Adenomyosis advocate, Jen Moore. Jen's story is shocking, heartbreaking and is riddled with medical gaslighting, misdiagnosis and misogyny. Her symptoms began at 11 years old and despite her own mum having an Endometriosis diagnosis, both women's concerns were dismissed as hysteria. After being on the contraceptive pill for over 20 years, Jen discovered the devastating effects Endometriosis and Adenomyosis had had on her body after being left unchecked for so long.Alexandra and Jen discuss the critical importance of informed consent, the emotional toll of chronic illness, and the need for better clinical education around Endometriosis and other conditions. They also discuss Jen's brand new book 'Endometriosis' which is the most current and comprehensive guide designed to educate, empower, and support others walking a similar path.Links, Socials & ProductsJen…Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen.dometriosis/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.jenmoore.co.uk/Buy her book 'Endometriosis': https://www.jenmoore.co.uk/endometriosis-bookIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDiscover the It’s Not Just A Period community… https://patreon.com/ItsNotJustAPeriod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThank you to our sponsor, BeYou Period.We’re proud to be partnering with BeYou Period (https://beyouonline.co.uk) a brand bringing natural products, backed by science to women’s health. From their flagship period products to bridging the gender gap in medical research, BeYou are committed to improving the lives of all women.As a It’s Not Just A Period listener, you can get an exclusive discount using the code ALEXANDRA10 at checkout.✨ Alexandra’s favourite product from the range; mentioned in this week’s ad, is the Natural Pain Relief Patches (https://beyouonline.co.uk/products/beyou-period-pain-relief-patch) designed to naturally relieve period pain.⚠️ Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine.