136. The Real Signs Peptides Might Help You Feel Like Yourself Again | Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Wellness
Are peptides the new fountain of youth or just another wellness fad? If you’ve been bombarded by celebrities, clinics, and biohackers hyping this “miracle” in women’s health, you’re not alone. So let’s cut through the noise together. In this week’s episode, I sit back down with Katie Whelan, cofounder of Joi Women’s Wellness, to dive deep into what peptides are, why they matter, and how some of the top peptides can support women’s energy, metabolism, skin, gut health, and even recovery and libido. Katie shares the “cherry on top” approach to stacking peptides with hormone support (HRT), how to spot real peptide therapy versus risky knock-offs, and what symptoms signal it’s time to consider them. If you want to know the simple steps you can take to cut through the overwhelm, practical ways to find the right peptides for you, and total clarity on how to get started safely, hit play and let’s dive in.And if this resonates and you’re ready to get your own lab work done, visit https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/joiwellness to get 50% off lab testing or 15% off all therapies, treatments and supplements of your choice with code DANIM. You can also book your free 15-minute Health Coach Call with Joi Wellness here and get personalised support to finally feel on top of your hormones.4:25 – What Peptides Really Do: From Energy to Skin to Recovery 5:58 – The Most Popular Peptides for Women Right Now (and What They Actually Help With)5:58 – How GLP-1 Peptides Are Being Used For Everything From Cholesterol To Energy and Why Their Reputation Is Changing 9:19 – How to Find Your Best Fit and Why Working with a Real Provider Matters12:39 – Signs Peptides Might Be For You17:08 – How to Start Using Peptides Without Feeling Overwhelmed14:27 – Peptides and HRT: Can You Combine Them for Better Results?20:43 – All the Different Ways to Take Peptides20:38 – The Safe Way to Get StartedEpisode Links:Visit https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/joiwellness to get 50% off lab testing or 15% off all therapies, treatments and supplements of your choice with code DANIM.Book your free 15-minute Health Coach Call with Joi Wellness here and get personalised support to finally feel on top of your hormones.Learn more about Joi Wellness: Website | InstagramOther Episodes You’ll Love:Episode 135: The Early Signs of Perimenopause You’re Probably Mistaking for Stress | Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Wellness🔗 HEAD TO THE SHOW NOTES:
135. The Early Signs of Perimenopause You’re Probably Mistaking for Stress | Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Wellness
What if the symptoms you’re brushing off like fatigue, mood swings, and sleepless nights, aren’t just “normal stress,” but real signals your hormones are shifting? In this episode, I sit down with Katie Whalen, co-founder of Joi Women’s Wellness, to reveal what’s really happening as we move through perimenopause and menopause, and how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could be the missing link to finally feeling like yourself again. We’ll bust myths, look at the science your doctor might not mention, and unpack how personalized lab work can spot what’s really going on even if you’ve been told you’re “fine.”You’ll walk away understanding the early signs to look for, how HRT works, and why you don’t have to just “deal with it” anymore. There’s so much more available for you than suffering in silence. Hit play now to learn the one step that could change everything. And if this resonates and you’re ready to get your own lab work done, visit https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/joiwellness to get 50% off lab testing or 15% off all therapies, treatments and supplements of your choice with code DANIM.You can also book your free 15-minute Health Coach Call with Joi Wellness here and get personalised support to finally feel on top of your hormones.6:21 – What Standard Lab Work Often Misses About Hormone Health8:15 – The Truth About “Normal Ranges” vs. What’s Actually Optimal for You10:18 – What Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Really Is and Why It’s Not Just for Women in Menopause12:10 – How the WHI Study Changed HRT Prescriptions Overnight (and Why That’s Shifting Now)14:18 – Signs You’re Ready for HRT Even If You’re Not Yet in Menopause16:29 – Can Balancing Hormones Help with Mood, Anxiety, and Energy? 24:10 – How to Start: The Case for Personalized Lab Testing and Symptom Tracking Episode Links:Visit https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/joiwellness to get 50% off lab testing or 15% off all therapies, treatments and supplements of your choice with code DANIMBook your free 15-minute Health Coach Call with Joi Wellness here and get personalised support to finally feel on top of your hormones.Learn more about Joi Wellness: Website | Instagram🔗 HEAD TO THE SHOW NOTES: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/episode135💭 Have a question on your mind or a trend you want me to break down for you? Send it my way! I might feature it on the podcast and share my personal advice just for you. Ask me here.💚 COME SAY HI:Come hang with me on Instagram
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134. How to Get Your Period Back After Birth Control (Naturally!) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery Specialist
Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” with your health and still can’t figure out why your period’s gone MIA? Or maybe you’re confused about what’s really going on post birth control and wonder if you’ll ever feel “normal” again. In this episode, I sit back down with period recovery specialist Victoria Myers to unpack the overlooked signs of hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), the science-backed practical strategies real women are using to regain their cycles and fertility naturally, and finally getting real answers when you’ve been dismissed or misunderstood. We’re digging into why so many women are told IVF is their only option, how to differentiate between HA and PCOS (and yes, you can have both), what labs and lifestyle tweaks actually matter, and exactly what it takes to feel safe in your body so your hormones and fertility can thrive. So if you’re ready to focus on the right changes to make your cycle regular again, even if you’ve struggled for years or lost hope, hit play and let’s dive in.3:54 – Why Root Cause Investigation (HA vs. PCOS) Should Always Come First9:22 – How Eating More and Exercising Less Can Jumpstart Period Recovery14:34 – How Tracking Basal Body Temperature and Cervical Mucus Confirms Ovulation19:34 – What 2,500 Calories a Day Can Do for Your Hormones (Yes, Even If You’re Petite)29:33 – Why Self-Worth and Body Image Are Tightly Linked with Period Health and The Best First Steps To Take If You Suspect HA or Irregular CyclesEpisode Links:Connect with Victoria: Website | InstagramCheck out Victoria’s podcast: Nourishing Women PodcastOther Episodes You’ll Love:Episode 133: Lost Your Period After Birth Control? Here’s Why (and What to Do Next) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery SpecialistEpisode 34: My Hormone Journey: Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, Candida, and More!🔗 HEAD TO THE SHOW NOTES: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/episode134💚 COME SAY HI:Come hang with me on Instagram @mindinmymacros and at @wellonherwaypod for more simple & sustainable wellness tips.⭐️ FOLLOW & REVIEW:Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things:Hit the ‘FOLLOW’ button so you’ll be the first to know when a new episode drops.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or a comment on Spotify to help other busy women get the clarity they’ve been searching for.Thanks so much for tuning into Well On Her Way! I'll catch you in the next episode.Heads up–we share these conversations to inform and educate. I love bringing on experts, but this isn’t medical advice. Because each person is unique, please check with your healthcare...
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133. Lost Your Period After Birth Control? Here’s Why (and What to Do Next) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery Specialist
Is your missing period trying to tell you something bigger? If you’ve ever come off birth control only to find your cycle has vanished or you’ve spent years wondering why your period’s irregular despite doing everything “right,” this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with period recovery specialist, Victoria Myers, to break down what’s actually happening inside your body when HA strikes, why it’s so easily misdiagnosed by doctors, and how even the healthiest-seeming habits can throw your hormones off track. Plus, Victoria shares the critical (but rarely discussed) first steps you need to take to start advocating for your own reproductive health.You’ll walk away from this episode armed with clarity, hope, and the exact labs and questions to take to your doctor so you can finally get answers, not just more prescriptions. If you’re tired of feeling dismissed or confused about what’s actually happening with your cycle, hit play and let’s dive in.4:14 – The Connection Between Diet Culture, Over-Exercising, and Missing Periods (Even in “Healthy” Women) 9:12 – How Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) Is Frequently Misdiagnosed As PCOS12:00 – What Actually Triggers HA: It’s More Than Just Food and Fitness14:01 – How Long It Usually Takes to Regain Your Cycle with Lifestyle Changes16:55 – Why Birth Control Can Hide the Real Reason You’re Not Getting a Period24:27 – The One Lab Test Combo That Helps You Confirm HA vs. PCOS at the Doctor’s OfficeEpisode Links:Connect with Victoria: Website | InstagramCheck out Victoria’s podcast: Nourishing Women PodcastOther Episodes You’ll Love:Episode 133: Lost Your Period After Birth Control? Here’s Why (and What to Do Next) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery SpecialistEpisode 34: My Hormone Journey: Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, Candida, and More!🔗 HEAD TO THE SHOW NOTES: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/episode133💚 COME SAY HI:Come hang with me on Instagram @mindinmymacros and at @wellonherwaypod for more simple & sustainable wellness tips.⭐️ FOLLOW & REVIEW:Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things:Hit the ‘FOLLOW’ button so you’ll be the first to know when a new episode drops.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or a comment on Spotify to help other busy women get the clarity they’ve been searching for.Thanks so much for tuning into Well On Her Way! I'll catch you in the next episode.Heads up–we share these conversations to inform and educate. I love bringing on experts, but this isn’t medical advice. Because each person is unique, please check with your healthcare professional if you have...
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132. The #1 Thing No Mom Warned Me About Weaning
No one tells you that after weaning, your hormones can crash so hard it feels like you’re drowning in your own body. One week post-breastfeeding, I hit a wall of exhaustion and sadness I never saw coming until I discovered it’s a real, biological phenomenon called post-weaning hormonal withdrawal.In this episode, I share my personal journey through the emotional and physical rollercoaster of weaning, unpack the science behind why these symptoms hit so hard, and reveal the actionable steps, supplements, and mindset shifts that helped me finally find relief. If you’re a mom (or know one) preparing to drop those last feeds, this is the reality check and survival guide nobody talks about.You’ll leave this episode feeling validated, informed, and ready to navigate weaning with clarity and confidence—no more shame, fear, or confusion about the wild ride your hormones take. Hit play and let’s dive in.5:27 – What Happens to Your Hormones and Mood After Breastfeeding Ends 6:25 – How Prolactin and Oxytocin Drops Affect Your Emotional State 13:08 – Why Even Moms Who Are Ready to Wean Can Feel Unexpectedly Low 16:55 – Why Nutrient Depletion After Breastfeeding Matters More Than You’d Think20:17 – The Science-Backed Timeline Of Symptoms: When to Expect Mood Changes, Energy Crashes, and When Things Start to Normalize23:39 – Simple, Science-Backed Ways to Support Your Body Through Weaning21:17 – How and When Your Mood Stabilizes As Your Cycle Returns, and Why This Marks a Turning Point In Recovery Episode Links:Check out my Substack for the full story on how I got my cycle back postpartum, plus every supplement I used! Read Substack post here.Other Episodes You’ll Love:Episode 107: My Slightly Controversial Thoughts On Breastfeeding, Sleep Training, Starting Solids, Screens and MoreEpisode 93: 6 Month Postpartum Update: My Struggles, Body Recomposition Plan and MoreEpisode 65: My Positive Birth Story: An Unexpected C-Section Delivery🔗 HEAD TO THE SHOW NOTES: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/episode132💚 COME SAY HI:Come hang with me on Instagram @mindinmymacros and at @wellonherwaypod for more simple & sustainable wellness tips.⭐️ FOLLOW & REVIEW:Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things:Hit the ‘FOLLOW’ button so you’ll be the first to know when a new episode drops.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or a comment on Spotify to help other busy women get the clarity they’ve been searching for.Thanks so much for tuning into Well On Her Way! I'll catch you in the next episode.Heads up–we share these conversations to...
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