Challenging the Normalization of Feminine Non-Wellbeing
In today’s society, the discomforts associated with women’s health are often considered a norm. From premenstrual syndrome and migraines to the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause, there is a pervasive mindset that these discomforts are just part of being a woman. However, it is time to challenge the normalization of feminine non-wellbeing and explore alternative ways to find relief and wellbeing.
The Normalization of Feminine Non-Wellbeing
Women often hear that premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is normal, that migraines before menstruation are expected, and that pain and mood swings are just part of the package.
This normalization extends to pregnancy and childbirth. Many women struggle to conceive and are told this is common, with numerous explanations, such as age or health issues.
Once pregnant, the discomforts, especially towards the end of the pregnancy, are considered a standard experience. After childbirth, sleepless nights and exhaustion while raising a child become the new norm.
Menopause is another stage where women are told to expect unpleasant symptoms and to accept these as natural occurrences.
Challenging the Norm
If you are a woman experiencing any of these life challenges and the accompanying symptoms, it’s crucial to challenge the idea that feeling unwell is just how it is.
There are alternatives to simply accepting female non-wellbeing.
Exploring Alternatives
Lifestyle and dietary adjustments can significantly change how you feel and function.
However, one powerful yet often overlooked method is hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can offer remarkable results, as I’ve seen with my clients.
For example, I worked with a woman who was early in her pregnancy yet already feeling very poor. After just one session, she reported weeks later that she enjoyed being pregnant and felt she could stay pregnant for months. This rapid change shows how effective hypnotherapy can be.
Specific Benefits of Hypnotherapy
- Menstrual Non-Wellbeing: Hypnotherapy can alleviate symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle, such as migraines and general unwellness.
- Female Fertility: Do you experience difficulties in conceiving a child even after addressing your lifestyle? As a stand-alone treatment or along the invitro fertilization, hypnotherapy can help you to become pregnant.
- Easy Pregnancy: pregnancy and baby delivery is a big challenge for the woman’s body and psyche.
Hypnotherapy can help you to adjust to the changes in your body and mental state. - Postpartum Recovery: After childbirth, especially following the second or third child, many women feel exhausted and drained.
No wonder because a woman’s body gives everything it can to grow a healthy fetus and then to the baby during breastfeeding at the cost of her own health.
Sleepless nights become regular robbing the woman of needed rest and recovery.
Hypnotherapy can help restore energy and well-being, even when you feel like your body is functioning at its limit. - Menopausal Symptoms: Another area where hypnotherapy shows promise is in addressing menopausal symptoms.
I had a colleague who, after undergoing hypnotherapy training and without working on the personal specific issues, discovered her hot flashes had disappeared.
This unexpected relief highlights the potential of hypnotherapy in managing menopausal symptoms.
Taking Action
If you’re considering hypnotherapy, look for a trained hypnotherapist near you or one who offers online sessions. The benefits can be profound and life-changing.
You can also reach out to me for more information and support; you can book a free discovery call with me below:
Let’s challenge the normalization of female discomfort and explore ways to achieve better health and wellness. Together, we can find solutions that work and change the narrative around women’s health.
Summary
This blog post draws upon my experiences and observations and offers a fresh perspective on managing women’s health issues.
Share this information with others who might find it helpful, and let’s start a conversation about challenging and changing the norms around female discomfort.
FAQ: Women’s Health
What is women’s health?
Women’s health encompasses the unique physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of women throughout their lives, from adolescence through post-menopause.
It includes managing reproductive health issues like PMS and menstruation, which often cause discomfort but are sometimes underestimated.
Many women face challenges with infertility and undergo treatments that can take a significant toll both physically and emotionally.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding bring their own burdens, from the physical demands of carrying a child to the sleepless nights spent caring for a newborn.
As women age, they navigate perimenopause and menopause, which can lead to a range of symptoms like mood swings, hot flashes, and anxiety.
After menopause, there is often a deterioration in health, with increased risks of osteoporosis, heart disease, and other conditions.
Women’s health isn’t just about reproduction—it’s about addressing the complexities and transitions women face at every stage of life, acknowledging the physical, mental, and emotional burdens they carry, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need.
Why women’s health is important?
Women’s health is important because it directly affects not only women’s quality of life but also their ability to thrive personally, professionally, and socially.
Unfortunately, many of the health challenges women face—such as PMS, infertility, the physical toll of pregnancy and breastfeeding, and the complexities of perimenopause and menopause—are often underestimated or normalized. Society tends to dismiss these issues, leading to a lack of adequate support.
A major concern is that many doctors are not properly educated about these issues, particularly menopause.
Women are often told that their symptoms are “natural” and left to navigate them alone, which can have far-reaching consequences.
The taboo surrounding women’s health also means that it is rarely discussed openly, leaving many women feeling isolated or ashamed of their experiences.
The impact of untreated or poorly managed women’s health issues extends beyond the individual. They can lead to relationship problems, divorces, and emotional strain, often because partners and families don’t fully understand the challenges.
Additionally, these health issues can limit women’s career success and their ability to participate in or influence society.
When women are not given the support they need to manage their health, it affects their productivity, energy, and confidence, reducing their opportunities for leadership and contribution in both the workplace and society.
Ensuring that women’s health is taken seriously, treated holistically, and discussed openly is essential for gender equality, family well-being, and societal progress.
When women are healthy and supported, they are empowered to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to all aspects of life.
