Hailey Bieber Opens Up About PMDD Struggle and Pledges $5 Million for Women's Health

Hailey Bieber has opened up about her ongoing struggle with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), highlighting the broader lack of awareness and research surrounding women's health conditions. In a recent interview with WWD published on October 30, the model and entrepreneur shared her experiences following the birth of her son, Jack Blues, in August 2024.

Speaking about the severe emotional distress she experienced in the week leading up to her menstrual cycle, Bieber explained how sharing her story helps alleviate feelings of isolation. She previously discussed the condition in March on the SHE MD podcast, describing extreme mood shifts and overwhelming thoughts that would vanish once her period began. Medical experts at the Johns Hopkins Medicine note that PMDD is a severe form of PMS characterized by depression, anxiety, and fatigue, which can significantly disrupt daily functioning.

Supporting Women's Health Initiatives

To address systemic gaps in medical research, Bieber's skincare brand, Rhode, has announced a partnership with the Foundation for Women's Health. The initiative commits $5 million over three years to advance research and support medical innovations. Of this total, $1 million will fund a philanthropic investment vehicle dedicated to diagnostic and therapeutic tools for women's health, while the remaining funds will target underfunded areas such as postpartum care, autoimmune diseases, and pregnancy complications.

Bieber emphasized that her advocacy stems from both personal and family experiences, noting that her sister Alaia Baldwin and several close friends also navigate chronic health conditions like PCOS and endometriosis. She expressed frustration over the historical neglect of women's health issues, urging for more open dialogue and increased funding to improve medical outcomes.