How accessible is menstrual health? Periods for All discusses disability, stigma, inclusive education, and how better design can support everyone.

In this episode of The M Talk, Annabelle sits down with Holly Johnston and Carly Pistorca from Periods for All to explore why menstrual health must be accessible and inclusive for everyone. The conversation unveils the stigma that society does not want to address: the unique challenges people with disabilities face during menstruation, including barriers in education, communication, and accessible facilities.

Together, they unpack how the widespread taboo surrounding menstruation is amplified for disabled communities, and why preparing young people for their first period through inclusive education is essential. Holly and Carly also explain the curb cut effect, demonstrating how designing menstrual products, resources, and spaces with accessibility in mind benefits everyone.

Annabelle, Carly and Holly bring you deep into finding how inclusive menstrual health can empower individuals and transform the future of period education.

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What is the emotional and physical impact of hormone therapy for trans, non-binary, and menopausal individuals? Join Mary Burke from the Gender Hormone Clinic as we unpack hormones, from menstrual cycles and menopause to gender-affirming care.

Hormones impact every part of who we are, our moods, our energy, even how we see ourselves. So how does one navigate the transformative journey of horomone therapy?

In this episode of The M Talk, we are joined by Mary Burke from the Gender Hormone Clinic, to unpack the world of hormones, from menstruation and menopause to gender-affirming care. Mary shares her expertise on synthetic and body identical hormones, the role of the contraceptive pill, and how hormone therapy can transform both physical and emotional health.

With our host Annabelle, they explore what it means to navigate hormone therapy as a trans, non-binary, or menopausal individual, the challenges of suppression, and the importance of individualised care.

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Dr. Sohere Roked discusses hormone health, the menstrual cycle, trauma, lifestyle factors, and how to navigate supplements with clarity and confidence.

In this episode of The M Talk, we sit down with Dr. Sohere Roked to explore hormone health through a menstrual-cycle-informed lens. Have you ever wondered how trauma can influence your hormonal cycle or why stress can show up so strongly in your period? Drawing on her clinical experience, Dr. Roked breaks down how lifestyle factors, emotional wellbeing, and lived experiences can shape hormonal balance across the menstrual cycle.

Together, we unpack why understanding your own body matters, especially during key life stages like puberty, perimenopause, and menopause. We address the power of self-advocacy in healthcare spaces, the role of community in supporting menstrual and hormone health, and how to approach supplements with clarity rather than confusion in today’s overwhelming wellness landscape.

This episode offers practical, compassionate insights for anyone who menstruates or has menstruated and wants to make more informed, empowered decisions about their hormone health. Whether you’re just starting to tune into your cycle or relearning how to listen to your body, this conversation meets you where you are.

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Podcast Created and Hosted by: Annabelle Roberston

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Developed by: Katie Chapman

Music by: Francesco.Invadhertz

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