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In Part 2 of my conversation with Katie Watson, we explore the emotional realities of living with PMDD and ADHD, including the intense self-doubt and inner criticism that can show up during the luteal phase. Katie and I talk about the challenges of being hyper-independent, the importance of asking for support, and how getting curious about your own body and patterns can be a powerful step toward healing. We also discuss practical strategies that have helped Katie manage her symptoms, including building structure and routine, reducing screen time, prioritising real-life connection, and practicing gratitude journaling. The conversation touches on lifestyle changes that can support hormonal and mental wellbeing, including nutrition, movement, and supplements—with Katie sharing her experience of using a product from Ditto (https://dittodaily.com). Finally, we talk about the value of diagnosis and self-advocacy, and how small, consistent changes—alongside community and self-awareness—can make a meaningful difference. @KatieWatsonPMDD

In Part 1 of my conversation with Katie Watson, we dive into PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)—what it is, why so many people still don’t know about it, and why awareness matters. Katie shares her personal journey, from experiencing severe cyclical depression and being misdiagnosed, to discovering the link between her symptoms and her menstrual cycle through tracking. Katie and I also discuss how PMDD differs from PMS, the possible connection with ADHD, and the gaps that still exist in medical education around menstrual health. We also touch on some of the strategies that have helped Katie manage symptoms, including stress management, building a support network, and making changes to nutrition and lifestyle. Katie also shares the exciting news that PMDD is being added to the medical syllabus at Queen’s University—a huge step forward for awareness and future care. Connect with Katie online: @katiewatsonpmdd

Breathwork facilitator and best selling author Josh Connolly joined me for episode 77 to chat about dealing with toxic parents, identifying the toxicity, narcissism and choosing the 'no contact' approach. Loved this episode! Connect with Josh here: Come Back To Yourself and on Instagram: @josh_ffw Connect with me via instagram: @allthingscarla or www.wildflow.co. Carla

Understand your fertile window so that you can plan for or against a pregnancy. If you're planning FOR a pregnancy and you're not sure when you're fertile, you're doing it wrong! Use this information to come off the pill and avoid pregnancy or to pinpoint exactly when you're ovulating to get pregnant. Work with me 1:1 www.wildflow.co @allthingscarla (Instagram) @allthings.carla (TikTok) Carla

Menstrual cycle awareness and understanding hormones may be the best relationship tool you'll ever have. Listen to learn how! Work with me as a couple or on a 1:1 basis. [email protected] Instagram: @allthingscarla TikTok: @allthings.carla

Lindsey Lusson shares her expertise as a Dietician in fertility and how she helped support hundreds of women on their fertility journeys. She's helped many women regain their periods after losing them completely.  ALL women should listen to this episode, not just those wanting to get pregnant. Fertility and a healthy reproductive system is so important. It's important that we are ovulating each month. Connect with Lindsey via Instagram @food.freedom.fertility or on her website https://www.foodfreedomandfertility.com/Lindsey offers a FREE lab document to help you understand what's going on with your hormones, reach out and ask for it. Book recommendation: The 5th Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Enjoy the episode, Carla!

Join me in the episode as I explore the many reasons why we can hate ourselves before our periods. Meet your inner critic and learn how to manage her. We'll discuss: Estrogen, inner critic, self-hate and how to manage, premenstrual, PMDD. Carla Insta: @allthingscarla TikTok: @allthings.carla www.wildflow.co

In this episode, I share my 5 go-to grounding techniques for self-regulation, calming my nervous system, finding present moment awareness and relieving anxiety. Keen to hear your thoughts. Carla

Jade Bradley, a Nutritionist from Ireland came on the podcast to talk about her passion and expertise - helping women manage burnout. In this really authentic and honest conversation, you'll learn so much from Jade on why women are more predisposed to burnout than men. How to manage burnout and support adrenal and hormonal dysfunction and some tips on supplements. To connect with Jade you can find her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jade_bradley_ Connect with me via www.wildflow.co or www.instagram.com/allthingscarla Love, Carla

SPECIAL EPISODE 70 with Jes Fleming: Her Mood Mentor | PMDD Specialist The link between PMDD and ADHD is fascinating. So many women are suffering and Jes came on the podcast to share her journey and offer real insights and solutions from a practitioners point of view, to help you understand PMDD and ADHD as well as to move forward and navigate your life as a woman with PMDD and/or ADHD. Jes has a plethora of FREE resources on her website including her symptom mapping kit: ⁠⁠Resources for Anyone Living with PMDD⁠⁠I hope you find this episode useful. Connect with Jes on Instagram @hermoodmentorConnect with me: @allthingscarla Carla

A genuine question. Why are you on the pill? For many women it's to avoid pregnancy. Others will go on the pill to manage pain, heavy bleeding, endometriosis, PCOS, or because the doctor said so! The pill hasn't been reviewed since it was approved in 1960! So i'll ask you again - why are you on the pill?! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Instagram: @allthingscarla [email protected] TikTok: @allthings.carla www.wildflow.co

There are 7 types of rest according to Dr Saundra Dalton Smith. "I hate lying about" "I can't rest" aren't valid reasons anymore for not looking after yourself! Listen and learn the 7 types of rest and discover what works for you. Carla x Instagram @allthingscarla TikTok: @Allthings.Carla

A topic close to my heart. Navigating friendships in adult life is hard. We change, we evolve, we aren't meant to remain STAGNANT! So how can we maintain the same friendships when we are constantly changing??? Really keen to hear your thoughts on this. Carla x Instagram: @allthingscarla TikTok: @allthings.carla www.wildflow.co

Learn three ways that you can make your menstrual cycle your super power in this short episode! 1. PLAN 2. PREDICT 3. MANAGE PMS AND FATIGUE Thank you for choosing ME as a Therapist! podcast as your guide to women's health and menstrual education. Connect with me on socials: Insta: @allthingscarla TikTok: @allthings.carla www.wildflow.co

It was class to be on the Women in Business NI panel talking about all things MENSTRUAL cycles! Have a listen to hear about what I covered. Time stamps: 0-3 minutes - Joining Women in Business NI 3- 15 minutes - Cycle tracking, tools and methods 15-19 minutes - Myths and misconceptions 19-23 minutes - Diet & Lifestyle 23 minutes-finish - Somatic awareness, stigma, cyclical living Thank you for listening. Carla! Connect with me - www.wildflow.co Instagram - @allthingscarla TikTok - @allthings.carla