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Podcast: The Pill Explained with Emily Bathgate

January 21, 2023 1 min read

Menstrual + Sexual Health Podcast

Originally a ground-breaking tool for both female empowerment and contraception in the 1960s, Emily shines a light on how the Pill works and the many myths surrounding it, in order to reclaim true empowerment through the power of informed decision-making.

In this episode Emily discusses:

the history of the Pill, and how its conception (pun intended!) changed the game for birth control for women

How the Pill works: by preventing ovulation

The efficacy - both realistic and idealistic - of the Pill

Some of the common reasons many women are prescribed the Pill (other than for contraception)

The Pill’s hormones, and how they differ to human hormones

Why a Pill-bleed isn’t a period

Some of the common side-effects of Pill use, including depression and weight gain

Post-Pill conditions and syndromes, including post-pill acne, and why they occur

Arguments for the Pill and non-hormonal contraceptive alternatives

Plus so much more!

Looking to ditch your Pill? You can take more of a deep dive into Emily's latest Journal post, Post Pill Acne. You can book an initial consultation with Emily here.

Naturopath Emily Bathgate, offers natural, holistic and evidence-based treatments for a range of skin + general health condition, addressing underlying causes and setting you up for ongoing skin health + wellness.