{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Heavy Periods: What\u2019s Normal, What\u2019s Not, And When to Get Help","description":"Heavy periods affect millions of women, yet for many, they remain something to quietly endure rather than openly discuss. In this episode, Parental Control explores the real impact of heavy and painful periods on women\u2019s physical health, emotional wellbeing, work and relationships \u2014 and asks why period-related disruption is still so often dismissed or minimised. Ellie Thompson is joined by Dr Nisa Aslam, GP and women\u2019s health expert, and Anna Maxwell, pharmacist and founder of healthcare brand Maxwellia, to unpack the findings of the Don\u2019t Go With the Flow report. Together, they discuss what actually counts as a \u201cnormal\u201d period, when pain or heavy bleeding may signal an underlying condition, and why so many women feel uncomfortable seeking help. From workplace stigma and iron deficiency to being dismissed by healthcare professionals, the conversation focuses on empowering women with clear information, reassurance and practical next steps \u2014 and challenges the long-held belief that period problems are simply something women should have to put up with. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Evana\u00ae and Ultravana\u00ae. Follow Dr Nisa Aslam on Insta @drnisaaslam What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we\u2019re not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com  The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https:\/\/www.mybaba.com\/terms-conditions\/ ","author_name":"Parental Control","author_url":"https:\/\/www.mybaba.com\/","html":"