The Luteal Truth: Understanding PMS, PMDD & the Mental Health Cost of Going Undiagnosed with Dr. Caroline Vundi

<p>Every month, like clockwork — and every month, dismissed. </p><p><br></p><p>Somewhere between “it’s just hormones” and a formal diagnosis lies years — sometimes decades — of a woman suffering in silence and being told she is the problem. What millions of women are experiencing in the days before their period is not a character flaw. It is a clinical reality that medicine is only beginning to take seriously.</p><p><br></p><p>On today’s episode, Dr. Claire sits down with Dr. Vundi, Psychiatrist with a special interest in women’s mental health, for an honest, expert-led conversation that finally gives the luteal phase — and everything that comes with it — the attention it deserves.</p><p><br></p><p>They cover:</p><p>▸ The luteal phase decoded — what’s actually happening hormonally and why those severe mood shifts you are experiencing aren’t just in your head</p><p>▸ PMS vs PMDD — the critical difference every woman should know</p><p>▸ Symptoms beyond the cramps — the emotional and behavioural signs that often go unrecognised</p><p>▸ Who is most at risk for PMDD and why</p><p>▸ The diagnostic criteria — what a proper assessment actually looks like</p><p>▸ Management that works — from diet and lifestyle to therapy and medical options</p><p>▸ The multidisciplinary approach — which specialists belong in your care team and why</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever been told to “just push through it” every month — this one’s for you. </p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Vundi is a Psychiatrist with a passion for and professional focus on women’s mental health. In addition to her clinical practice, she also creates informative content on women’s mental health online and hosts the self work podcast and community. </p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Dr. Vundi on Socials: @dr_vundiwomenspsychiatrist</p><p><br></p><p>CTRH Podcast Location Partner:</p><p>@ashleyfurniturekenya</p><p>@fairdealfurniture</p><p><br></p><p>Production by @artlight_studio</p><p><br></p><p>How can you support this podcast?</p><p>Subscribe &amp; Rate this episode, Share &amp; leave a comment.</p><p><br></p><p>#PMDD #PMSAwareness #WomensMentalHealth #ReproductiveMentalHealth #CTRHPodcast</p>