• Personal Journey: Kelsey shares her personal journey with PMDD and endometriosis, highlighting the challenges of getting a diagnosis and the impact on her life.
• Understanding PMDD: PMDD is a severe form of PMS that affects emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being, often leading to significant life disruptions.
• Empowerment Through Knowledge: The importance of self-awareness and trusting one's intuition in managing symptoms and seeking appropriate support.

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• Seek Professional Help: If you suspect PMDD, consult with a therapist, psychiatrist, or OB-GYN for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
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• Explore Treatment Options: Consider both medication, like SSRIs, and natural supplements, such as 5-HTP, to manage symptoms.
  5HTP supplement: ⁠Regular ⁠or ⁠Plant-based⁠⁠The Yellow Hub⁠
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• Build a Support Network: Engage in support groups and therapy to connect with others and share resources and experiences.
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• Track Your Cycle: Use apps or methods to monitor your cycle and anticipate symptom patterns for better management.
  Try the Period Power Book to learn everything you need to know about your cycle
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• Advocate for Yourself: Trust your inner wisdom and advocate for your health needs, experimenting with lifestyle changes that work for you.