What we’re covering in this episode:
- The launch of Dr. Brighten’s new book Beyond the Pill
- Why we should pay more attention to what we’re putting into our body medicine wise
- Why birth control can hinder your ability to get pregnant in the future
- What is “post birth control syndrome” and why it’s important to know about
- Why it’s important to track your systems on birth control
- What types of issues and side effects birth control can lead to
- Why hormonal birth control can decrease your libido
- The steps you should take if you decide to remain on hormonal birth control
Key Takeaways:
- It’s always a good choice to be honest and not being scared of how it’s going to be taken – Dr. Lo
- Make all of your plans and plan on doing none of them – Dr. Brighten
Resources Mentioned:
Golden Eggs Fertility – my 6-week fertility boosting program for women + couples
Sponsors:
Organifi – 30% off your order with code: Dr Lo at checkout
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About Dr. Brighten:
Dr. Jolene Brighten is a Functional Naturopathic Medical Doctor and nutritional biochemist with a focus in women’s endocrine health. She is recognized as a leading expert in Post-Birth
Control Syndrome and the long-term side effects associated with hormonal contraceptives. Dr. Brighten is the author of Beyond the Pill, a 30-day plan to support women on birth control, help them transition off, and eliminate symptoms of post-birth control syndrome. She is a speaker, women’s health advocate and a medical advisor for one of the first data-driven apps to offer women personalized birth control recommendations.