“My PMDD was ignored until I struggled to have a baby – why is fertility prioritised over everyday menstrual health?”

Kate Weston

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Strong Women


“My PMDD was ignored until I struggled to have a baby – why is fertility prioritised over everyday menstrual health?”

By Kate Weston

5 months ago

6 min read

After years of battling to get a diagnosis for her painful periods and worsening mental health, author Kate Weston finally got answers – but only after struggling to conceive. The moment she went to her GP for fertility help, the doors suddenly started to open. And then, they promptly closed again. So, are healthcare services primed to prioritise ‘reproductive health’ over menstrual and hormonal wellbeing? And if so, why? 


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