Content warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm and mental health challenges.

In this deeply honest conversation, Sam (Occupational Therapist) and Mia (Birth Coach) reflect on the trials and tribulations of womanhood — starting from puberty and following the thread all the way into adulthood and motherhood.

They speak candidly about:

• The early experiences of puberty and the confusion, shame, and emotional upheaval that often come with it
• Being prescribed the contraceptive pill at a young age, and how hormonal intervention is frequently used as a first (and sometimes only) solution
• The mental health challenges many young women face, including anxiety, depression, and experiences of self-harm
• How the medical system can default to “more p ...