61 | Period Pain Is Not Normal — With The Period Whisperer

Ever wonder why period pain seems inevitable, yet so many women quietly suffer or get dismissed by the health system? In this refreshingly honest conversation, women's health coach Bria Gaad, also known as the Period Whisperer, sits down with Stacey Roberts to challenge the "just deal with it" narrative and break open what our cycles are really telling us.You'll discover why “normal” lab work doesn’t always equal optimal health, how hormonal imbalances quietly sabotage wellbeing, and which holistic strategies truly move the needle for period pain relief without simply masking symptoms. Bria shares relatable stories, proven frameworks, and her own journey of transformation from burnout and frustration to vibrant health.If you’re tired of feeling dismissed or stuck in the pain cycle, you risk missing out on eye-opening truths and practical takeaways you won’t find on social media. Listen now for first-access insight from the real front lines of women’s health. This episode pulls back the curtain.Timestamped Highlights01:00 – The overlooked truth about period pain no one is talking about03:00 – When “picture of health” labs don’t match how you really feel11:03 – The gentle shift that broke the cycle of chronic pain and exhaustion13:03 – The first test used to finally decode stubborn period pain16:54 – The surprising power of sleep and pleasure for hormone healing19:04 – The PMS week food mistake everyone falls for—and how to fix it26:01 – The ancient seed cycling trick for hormone balance and pain relief32:30 – The must-ask question to finally align workouts with your true needsAbout The GuestBria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones.After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20s and 30s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women's ability to get results during their perimenopause years — including her own frustrating 15-pound weight gain despite daily intense workouts and the relentless demands of midlife.That personal experience became her purpose. Now known as The Period Whisperer, Bria hosts the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast, airing twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. Through solo episodes and interviews with real women and industry experts, she helps you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get into a body that releases weight with ease.Whether you're just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you're feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or simply want to thrive through menopause and beyond — Bria is your guide.Find her at briatheperiodwhisperer.comImportant LinksPain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooksBiomechanics: When Movement MattersHeal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle HealthHormones: A Missing Piece in Pain ReliefStacey’s Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.comAbout the HostStacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her