Avril Flynn on her Endometriosis Diagnosis & What to Look Out For

We were thrilled to have Avril Flynn, a midwife and childbirth educator, join us on the #PeriodPanel.

In this empowering episode, Avril sheds light on the significance of educating both boys and girls about women's health, offering valuable tips for parents on how to approach these conversations with their children. She also shares her personal journey with endometriosis, discussing its symptoms and impact on her life.

Additionally, Avril emphasizes promoting girls' sports participation, the significance of period conversations and the benefits of taking iron supplements for overall health.

00:00 Meet Avril
01:14 Lack of #womenshealth education
07:45 Talking to children about #periods

14:13 Removing the embarrassment around periods
15:41 Getting information online
22:52 What is #endometriosis?
26:12 The importance of tracking your cycle
29:07 Benefits of girls playing sport
35:12 Symptoms of endometriosis
38:07 When should you talk to your doctor?
39:45 What is iron depletion?
44:15 Benefits of iron supplements
48:54 What is the difference between fatigue and tiredness?
52:28 Question from the audience

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