Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s Journey With PCOS Hormones & Hollywood | SHE MD

In this episode of SHE MD, hosts Mary Alice Haney and Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi welcome actress Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer to discuss her journey with PCOS. ‪@sashapieterse‬, known for her role in Pretty Little Liars, reveals what was going on behind the scenes, sharing her struggles with PCOS, including rapid weight gain and irregular periods. Dr. Aliabadi provides expert insights on PCOS diagnosis, treatment options, and the connection between PCOS and other health issues. The discussion highlights the need for better education among healthcare providers and the impact of PCOS on mental health and self-image. Sasha also shares her journey to pregnancy and how she's using her platform to raise awareness about PCOS.

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SHE MD is a weekly podcast hosted by world-renowned OBGYN, Dr. Thais Aliabadi, “Dr. A,” & women's advocate and influencer, Mary Alice Haney. Their candid conversations with celebrity guests & today's leading experts about women's health topics, such as menopause, endometriosis, PCOS, & fertility empower their audience with the knowledge & tools to become their own health advocates.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
04:18 Gaining 70 pounds at age 17
09:44 Sasha’s pregnancy journey & other health issue connections
18:58 Weight loss journey and mental health
26:55 Dealing with public scrutiny and body image
30:08 Meeting her husband and developing strong community
34:40 Advocating for yourself with PCOS
41:03 Which IUD to use when you have PCOS
43:42 How Sasha persevered through her hardest days

Guest Biography:
Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer is an actress, author, Co-founder and CEO of Hippie Water, host of Women in the Nude podcast, and proud mom—on a mission to spark real conversations about identity, wellness & womanhood.

Guest Resources:
YouTube:    / @sashapieterse  
TikTok:   / sashapieterse  
Instagram:   / sashapieterse  

Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s Journey With PCOS Hormones & Hollywood | SHE MD
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