Dr Stephanie Ooi & Dr. Kiran Rahim Talk Periods and Cultural Taboos | The Period Panel

We were honoured to have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Stephanie Ooi (General practitioner) and Dr. Kiran Rahim (Paediatrician) on The Period Panel. Both Steph and Kiran are passionate about educating women and young girls on women’s health and periods.

Join us as they share their professional insights on periods and menstrual cycles, the importance of being educated on puberty and menopause, cultural influences and explain the benefits of exercise while on your period.

00:00 Introduction
02:48 Are girls getting their periods earlier?
03:58 The importance of puberty education
06:07 Getting your first period
10:04 Discussing periods and menstrual cycles
13:15 Are women more comfortable discussing women’s health?
19:30 Active Iron
20:24 Cultural influence when discussing periods
24:16 Period concerns for young girls
32:58 The positive impact of sport while on your period
35:03 Raising awareness around women's health
36:36 Iron supplements while pregnant
39:05 Education on menopause
41:47 Conclusion

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