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✨ Understanding the Menstrual Cycle with OB-GYN Dr. Basma Faris ✨

In this video, we dive deep into everything you’ve ever wondered about the menstrual cycle! From understanding the different phases to what’s considered normal versus what might be a sign to talk to your doctor.

💪 National Period Day - October 19th 💪
In honor of National Period Day, we’re celebrating the importance of open conversations about periods. It’s time to break the stigma and feel empowered to speak up. If you’ve ever felt confused or unsure about your period, you’re not alone! This is your reminder that if you’re experiencing painful or absent periods, advocating for your health is a must.

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Aspect Health is here to support you through personalized approaches to managing your health, especially if you have concerns about your cycle or conditions like PCOS. Visit our website https://www.aspect-health.com to learn more!

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⏰ Timestamps ⏰

0:00 🌸 Welcome to the Aspect Health YT channel!
0:27 👋 Meet Dr. Basma Faris!
0:52 🩸 What is the menstrual cycle?
1:25 🌕 What happens in the menstrual phase?
2:16 💭 How can we feel during this time?
2:55 🌱 What happens in the follicular phase?
4:27 🥚 What happens to the rest of the follicles?
5:23 💫 What happens in the ovulatory phase?
6:33 🔍 What are the signs in our body that we are ovulating?
8:18 🤔 Does ovulation hurt?
9:20 ❓ Can we still bleed but not ovulate?
11:54 🔬 What are FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle?
13:32 🧠 What is the corpus luteum?
15:11 🍂 What happens in the luteal phase?
16:20 🚨 What if we don’t get a period at all?
18:04 🌿 How do lifestyle choices affect periods?
20:22 😟 How does stress affect ovulation?
22:07 😴 How does sleep help our menstrual cycle?
23:55 ☕ How do smoking, alcohol, and caffeine affect our reproductive health?
26:56 🍓 What to eat for good reproductive and menstrual health
27:15 😌 What can we do to ease period cramps?
28:46 🔥 How bad should our periods hurt?
30:45 🗣️ PSA: Don’t ignore your pain!
32:02 🚿 How should we wash down there?
35:21 💥 Period myths debunked!
35:31 ❌ “Period blood is dirty and toxic”
35:57 🤰 “You can’t get pregnant on your period”
36:59 🏋️‍♀️ “You shouldn’t exercise on your period”
38:30 ✨ Important note and final thoughts!

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