Birth Control Realities
Jolene shares her personal journey with post birth control syndrome, highlighting the misconceptions surrounding its effects. She emphasizes the stark contrast in how birth control is discussed in different medical settings and the alarming reality of menstrual inequality faced by vulnerable populations. Through her experiences, she reveals the importance of acknowledging and validating women's health stories, as many feel their symptoms are dismissed as the "new normal."In this clip
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The mindbodygreen Podcast
106: Birth Control's Long-Term Side Effects With Jolene Brighten
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