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The Luteal Toolbox: Preparing for Luteal Episodes 

 

The luteal phase—the week or two before your period—can feel like a slow-motion crash. For those living with PMDD, it’s not just about mood swings or physical symptoms; it’s about surviving a phase that can feel all-consuming.

 

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When should I see a therapist for PMDD?   

 

Just think: if symptoms show up for about five days each cycle over 30 years, that’s 1,800 challenging days. That’s far too many days to endure without solid support. Navigating PMDD can feel like being on a rollercoaster you never signed up for. One day you’re feeling stable, maybe even hopeful, and the next, you’re hit with waves of anxiety, irritability, exhaustion, or those dark thoughts that can seem to come out of nowhere.

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My Tummy Hurts (And Other Thoughts on My Hysterectomy)

 

 Last week, I had a complete hysterectomy. My uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes? Gone. It took two hours. Two nights in the hospital. Ten thousand dollars.

And now? My tummy hurts.

 

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PMDD vs PMS: What’s the Difference?
PMDD vs PMS: What’s the Difference?
What Does A PMDD Episode Look Like?
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My Tummy Hurts (And Other Thoughts on My Hysterectomy)
The Luteal Toolbox: Preparing for PMDD Episodes
The Luteal Toolbox: Preparing for PMDD Episodes
Foods to Avoid (and Embrace) for PMDD Relief
Foods to Avoid (and Embrace) for PMDD Relief
Top 10 PMDD Resources in Australia
Top 10 PMDD Resources in Australia
Why Awareness About PMDD Can Save Lives
Why Awareness About PMDD Can Save Lives

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HEY, I'M AMANDA 

I HELP WOMEN WITH PMDD  

feel steadier, supported, and more like themselves again—even on the toughest days of the cycle. 

 

I’m a registered counsellor with a whole toolkit for tackling PMDD.

I’ve got lived experience, so I actually get what you’re going through.

And everything we do is grounded in evidence-based strategies—practical stuff that really works.

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PMDD Episode toolkit   

Struggling with PMDD episodes? Get a simple, science-backed guide to help you regain control during the luteal phase. You are not alone. Download your FREE toolkit now!

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