|| educating, empowering & transforming those that bleed
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Serving those in the San Francisco Bay Area, US, and abroad that suffer from:
premenstrual disorders
PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
PME (Premenstrual Exacerbation)
PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
menstrual disorders
Endometriosis
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
Nervous System Dysregulation
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome/Mast Cell Activation Disorder
is a an educational platform that makes sense of your suffering.
We take emerging, cutting-edge science used in Functional Medicine, or root cause medicine, and combine it with ancient wisdom to provide holistic solutions to manage your premenstrual and menstrual conditions, and help heal the underlying issues of your chronic medical condition.
It is possible that your periods, and the days leading up to it,
can be completely pain-free, on the physical, emotional and mental level.
It's your time to reclaim your power, and step out of suffering, and into the beautiful rhythm of your body, instead of fighting against it.
Transform your illness into wellness, and thrive with "period".
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Ready to transform your relationship with food & learn how eat for your medical condition?
learn more about Going Within,
the inspirational 7-day detox guide,
filled with recipes, journal prompts, and activities
that support females of all ages
& stages of their life
made in collaboration with Elisa Rusconi, FMCHC
Our programs
Online
Online 1:1 Programs
Integrating Functional Medicine Health Coaching, Positive Psychology, Himalayan Kriya Yoga, and more, we offer custom tailored 3-6 month coaching programs: PMDD Program (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder); Get Off (Birth Control); and Release the Pain (Endometriosis). Work with Nat 1:1 to be heard, to be seen, and to transform the darkness... to lift the fog in your menstrual cycle, and reclaim your power.
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Online & In-Person
Speaking Events
Witness a first-generation Cuban American award-winning public speaker, as she inspires, informs, and energizes your audience with her incredible story of social entrepreneurship and domestic violence, and how she has taps into the power of positive psychology and holistic medicine for life-changing transformation.
"period" approved cycle products
Take out all of the guessing & stressing when it comes to finding sustainable,
holistic products that are supportive of your premenstrual health & overall health
cutting edge supplements for hormonal balance
discover herbal and plant medicine with original Scottish herbal formulas
clicking awesome innovative & safe free-bleeding wear
high quality essential oils for effective aromatherapy
non-fermented chocolate packed with medicinal benefits
Our purpose
Founded in 2020, as a finalist of Action Accelerator, "period" began its roots as an organization that improved the livelihoods of persons suffering from PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Through spreading awareness of PMDD, inspiring others to create an open dialogue about PMDD, and connecting stories of PMDD through various art forms, Nat explored holistic solutions for PMDD and discovered profound answers within Functional Medicine because of her own health journey.
Functional Medicine, or root-cause medicine promotes holistic and deep understanding of illness and wellness, and because of this, Nat was inspired to integrate this approach to "period". Today, "period" serves as an integrative and holistic organization to help others that in need of support in their relationship to their uterus.
"Period" is committed to the Sustainable Development Goals of Good Health and Well-Being , Gender Equality, and Partnerships for the Goals. We believe that wellness is the foundation for living sustainably, that menstrual health IS health, that we need to celebrate and empower the female body via gender equity. Through our international collaboration with healers, educators, and advocates, we not only highlight different perspectives, but provide offerings that can resonate with everyone.
“To not have your suffering recognized is an almost unbearable form of violence”
Andrei Lankov
Getting to know the CEO
// Natalia "Nat" Fernandez, MBA, FMCHC (she/hers/her)
Natalia Fernandez is a first-generation Cuban-American, Menstrual Mental Health Advocate & Expert, international social entrepreneur, award-winning public speaker, founder & CEO of "period", a certified Himalayan Kriya Yoga Facilitator, and energy healer specializing in premenstrual and menstrual disorders.
Fernandez is a graduate of the Maharishi International University, having received an MBA in Sustainable Business and is a certified Functional Medicine Health Coach from the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).
In her transformative journey of personal and spiritual development, Nat has lived in and visited over 16 countries, highlighting her love of learning and curiosity, forming a safe, loving, and positive space for all at “period”. As the CEO and founder of “period”, having personal experiences with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and endometriosis, Nat offers clarity, compassion, and relief to others in their health journey.
