Why your period symptoms aren’t ‘normal’ and what you can do about it.

Are painful or irregular periods just part of life?

If you’ve ever been told that cramps, bloating, mood swings, and exhaustion are just “part of being a woman,” you’re not alone. Many people assume that period discomfort is inevitable—but the truth is, severe or persistent period symptoms are a sign of hormonal imbalance.

Your period should be predictable, manageable, and free from debilitating pain. While mild discomfort is common, extreme symptoms are not something you have to put up with.

Let’s explore what common period symptoms might actually be telling you about your hormones.

Why do period symptoms happen?

Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers, influencing everything from your mood and metabolism to digestion and energy levels. Your menstrual cycle is regulated by oestrogen, progesterone, and other key hormones, which work together to maintain balance.

When these hormones fall out of sync, symptoms like PMS, cramps, fatigue, irregular cycles, or heavy bleeding can occur.

Common Signs of Hormone Imbalance During Your Cycle:

✔ Intense cramps – May indicate excess prostaglandins or oestrogen dominance.

✔ Extreme mood swings – Often linked to low progesterone or cortisol dysregulation.

✔ Heavy or prolonged bleeding – Could be caused by oestrogen dominance or thyroid dysfunction.

✔ Irregular cycles – May be a sign of PCOS, stress, or metabolic imbalances.

✔ Bloating & water retention – Often connected to high oestrogen or gut inflammation.

✔ Cravings & blood sugar dips – Could indicate insulin resistance or low progesterone.

These symptoms are not random—they are messages from your body telling you something is off.

Your period as a health report card.

Your cycle is a powerful indicator of your overall health. Changes in flow, duration, or symptoms can reveal underlying imbalances in:

✔ Reproductive health (e.g., PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids).

✔ Metabolic health (e.g., insulin resistance, adrenal fatigue).

✔ Thyroid function (e.g., hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s).

✔ Stress response & nervous system balance.

✔ Nutritional deficiencies affecting hormone production.

By paying attention to patterns in your cycle, you can uncover what your body needs to restore balance.

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Many people try to “fix” their period symptoms with quick fixes like hormonal birth control or over-the-counter painkillers. While these may offer temporary relief, they don’t address the root cause.

Instead of guessing or self-diagnosing, a personalised, holistic approach can help uncover what your body truly needs. Every woman’s hormones are unique, and what works for one person may not work for another.

📩 If you’re tired of painful or irregular cycles, let’s create a plan tailored to your body. Book a consultation today, and let’s get to the root of your symptoms—so you can feel balanced, energised, and in control of your cycle.

🌿 Your body is speaking. Let’s listen to it together.