Dear Aunt Flo
Elisa Summiel-Bey
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S3E22 2026 Welcome Back + Updates | DAF Ep 022
It’s been a long time since I’ve yapped on here. Let’s catch up about my last surgery and what’s to come.Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own…
S2E21 Romanticizing Life Without Endometriosis | Ep. 021
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be God’s favorite and have seamless periods that last only 3 days? Where you feel zero pain and no heavy bleeding or bloating or irritability or fatigue…shall…
S2E20 30 Days Until Surgery and I Need Help
In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I share a raw update on my Endometriosis journey. After years of being dismissed by doctors, I finally found a specialist who truly understands my condition—and she…
Let’s Catch Up: What’s New with Aunt Flo & Fertility | Ep. 019
It’s time for a much-needed life update!In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I’m catching you up on everything I’ve been navigating since April—from holistic remedies (hello, okra water 👀) to finding…
Why I Quit Alcohol + Chose Myself | Ep. 018
It’s been a minute, but your favorite period podcast is back! In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I’m catching you up on life, healing, and the surprisingly easy decision to quit alcohol after a brutal…
No Script, Just Vibes | Endometriosis Updates | Ep. 017
Elisa discusses some updates about her Endometriosis and what she’s currently doing to naturally shrink her cyst and heal her body. A recent MRI appointment will hopefully garner some answers and oh…
Is it IBS? Are We Even Friends if We Don’t Talk About Our Poop? | Ep. 016
What would this podcast be if we didn’t discuss poop? I saw a thread the other day that said, “In our 40s: Are we even friends if we don’t talk about our poop?” So here I am taking one for the team.…
My Endo Sent Me to the Hospital | Hello 2025 | Ep. 015
This year started off rough to say the least. At the end of 2024, literally the last day, I developed a fever and, a week or so after, I found myself in the hospital with an infection and an 8cm cyst…
Our Journey to Pregnancy with Endometriosis | Ep. 014
Whew! Let’s talk about HSGs and infertility. Elisa discusses her decision to document her pregnancy journey as someone who never wanted kids and is now experiencing the what the effects of…
A Whole 28 Days of PMS?! | Ep. 013
A whole 28 days?! Yes, our periods are not just one week out of the month, they encompass our entire month with four different phases. Today we're diving into those phases, what they mean, how to…
Top Questions for Your Doctor | Ep. 012
Welcome back to another episode of Dear Aunt Flo. and welcome to a new month. I can’t believe it’s November already. What questions should you be asking your doctor when it comes to your period…
Welcome Back + Dear Doctors | Ep. 011
We’re back from our [extended] summer break, and I’m coming in HOT and ready to hit the ground running! I created a new logo and finally took some podcast cover photos to match the vibes. This…
Bonus | Self Confidence 101: Will I Ever Feel Like Myself Again? | Ep. 010
The past five years have been a complete test of my self-confidence. Let’s dive into a few steps to bring your sexy back and talk about why you may have lost it in the first place. Spoiler alert:…
I Tried My Happy Flo for Eight Months and Here's What I Learned | Ep. 009
I might catch some slack for this one, but I gotta be honest, right?! Listen to my story about how I tried My Happy Flo after hearing such great results. Did it work for me? Do I still use…
The Other Red Wedding: My Cup Story & Other Products I Use | Ep. 008
Where do I even begin with this story? Brace yourself for my embarrassing 4am revelation and why I don’t trust period cups anymore. Plus! Let’s talk period pads and what they’re actually made of.…
Period Pages on IG You Should Follow | Ep. 007
In this episode Elisa talks about when she first started having issues with her cycle and how the internet algorithm synced her up with some really dope people to learn from. There’s something…
Advocacy: Black Maternal Health Week | Ep. 006
It’s go time! We are no longer taking just anything for an answer; we want a concrete plan. In this episode Elisa is talking all about advocacy and the importance of speaking up for yourself. Her…
Cycle Update: February Didn’t Come to Play | Ep. 005
I told you I’d update you on how my cycle went last month and well…it was a sh*t show. I cried a lot and things don’t seem to be getting any better. Welcome to another TMI episode of my period story.…
Lupron Has Entered the Chat | March Bonus!
If you listen to or watch one of my favorite podcasts, Gin & Juice, then you'll understand this next reference. Today Elisa is popping the trunk on doctors and Lupron. Listen to her most recent…
My First Period: What I Wish I Knew | Ep. 004 | #DAF
It’s Women’s History Month and Endometriosis Awareness Month! We’re talking all about our first periods. What even is it and who sent you? Also, did we all really live the same life because I still…
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Dear Aunt Flo has published 23 episodes since January 2024, covering topics in Alternative Health, Health & Fitness.
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