SHE BREAKS THE RULES
She Breaks the Rules is the podcast for women who are done following health “rules” that are outdated and don’t work, and are ready to rewrite the rules to suit their health and life.
Hosted by Faye Sheridan and Tarryn Williams, we will help you challenge the norms, dare you to think differently, and inspire you to take bold, self led action in your health and wellbeing.
This is about breaking free from diet culture, understanding yourself and your body and learning what health really looks like for you.
Expect raw conversations, expert insights, personal stories, and no-BS strategies on women’s health, menstrual cycle, body image, gut health, emotional eating, stress, hormones, mindset, and more.
We’re here to empower you to come home to your body, trust yourself, and take control — on your terms.
You’re only one decision away from changing your life.
Hit follow and let’s break the rules — together.
SHE BREAKS THE RULES
EP #18: Empowered, Not Afraid - How to Break Up With Your Contraception
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s been on the minds of so many women: contraception. Specifically, should you stay on it or choose to stop using contraception?
Faye takes the lead and shares her deep knowledge and personal experience on what different forms of contraception really do to your hormones, your mood, and your overall health. We break down the most common types of birth control, bust some major myths (including the idea that the pill "regulates your cycle" — spoiler alert: it doesn’t), and explore why so many women are now choosing to come off hormonal contraception.
If you’ve ever felt unsure, confused, or even a bit afraid about what might happen if you stop taking the pill, this episode is for you. We’re here to empower you with education, so you can make confident, informed choices for your body.
What We Cover:
- Why the pill doesn’t regulate your hormones (and what it actually does)
- The difference between a real period and a withdrawal bleed
- The side effects of hormonal contraception you’re not told about
- Why mood swings, anxiety, and depression can be linked to birth control
- Pros and cons of the pill, IUDs, implants, and more
- Why Faye doesn’t work with clients who stay on hormonal contraception
- How to confidently stop using contraception without fear
- Using Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) as a natural form of contraception
Takeaway Message:
This isn’t about fear, it’s about freedom. Freedom to understand your body, your hormones, and your options. When you know better, you can choose better. Whether you stay on contraception or choose to come off it, we want you to feel educated and empowered in your decision.
As always, we are breaking the rules around health to help make empowered choices!