Perimenopause Isn’t a Problem—It’s a Clue: The Cyclic Approach to Hormones, Health & Vitality With Emily Sadri
Episode Highlights With EmilyWhy perimenopause isn’t a problem but a clue and what the data actually saysSymptom treating vs dialing in and extending positive physiologyWhy she doesn’t even like to use the word perimenopauseEstrogen is lowest on day 1 of the cycleWhat hormones fluctuate and when in a monthly cycle How monthly hormone fluctuations affect every aspect of health for womenSome things we don’t understand about our cycleCancer protective parts of the cycle and why most breast cancer occurs after menopauseOne study on breast cancer and the timing of surgery found affecting the lower chance of recurrence The real role of progesterone and why this is so important to understand Why women see metabolic and circadian changes in perimenopause and menopauseNew tools for tracking cycle and hormones at homeHer take on HRT and how to navigate it in a rhythmic and cyclic wayResources MentionedFollow Emily on Facebook and Aurelia Women's Health on FacebookFollow Emily on Instagram and Aurelia Women's Health on InstagramInito Hormone TrackerMira Max Fertility Monitor
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Holistic Healing from POTS: A Mother’s Journey With Leigh Schoener
Episode Highlights With LeighWhat POTS is and what the symptoms areHer daughter's story with POTS and how she learned so much through this storyThe mindset shifts that started the healing journey for themNutritional and lifestyle factors that they started with and the support team they builtHer daughter's decision that began the whole journey Inflammatory foods they removed and extra support they added inThe two foods groups worth experimenting with removing: gluten and dairy How exercise helped and the baby steps they started withThe most underrated healing tools: breath, sunshine, walkingResources MentionedTeen Wellness GuideOura Ring
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Teen Mental Health: Why We Need To Rethink Our Approach with Leigh Schoener
Episode Highlights With LeighWhat we are seeing with the epidemic of teen mental health issuesHer theory about the teen years, expectations, hormones and other factors that contribute When the pressure gets so high for teens that they’re almost taught not to show up as themselves and to suppress certain emotionsAre we overmedicating teenagers especially?I am vs I feel, and an integrative approach to helping kids build this skillThe gut connection and how we house a lot of hormones in our gut, as well as most of our immune systemThe vagus nerve connection How to support circadian rhythms in teens and how this can have a huge impact Her advice to parents in how to navigate thisResources MentionedTeen Wellness GuideFollow Leigh on Instagram
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Things I’m Loving Right Now (August Favorites Solo Episode)
Episode Highlights With KatieHow to use the D Minder app to optimize vitamin D from sunlightThe surprising benefits of swapping overhead lights for a salt lamp at night-Why blue-blocking light and gentle light hygiene can improve sleepWhat makes Slacka different from other energy drinks (and why paraxanthine matters)How functional ingredients like 5-HTP and electrolytes support mood and hydrationHow fascia work on the face can lift, sculpt, and relax without needles or BotoxThe connection between fascia, lymph drainage, and facial tensionSimple lifestyle swaps that can improve your energy, mood, and sleep qualityRapid Emotional Rewiring free first session and bonus giftResources MentionedHealthy Home Lighting - Use code wellnessmama for a discountSlacka drinkFace StickSalt LampRapid Emotional Rewiring
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Cycle Syncing Secrets: Master Your Hormones and Boost Your Vitality With Dr. Jen Pfleghaar
Episode Highlights With JenThe different phases of the menstrual cycle and what cycle syncing isFollicular vs ovulatory vs luteal vs menstrual phases and how to support eachWhen to fast and not to fast based on your cycle The best parts of your cycle to go hard in workouts and productivity, plus when to avoid HIIT workouts and when they can stress your cortisol levels Lifting weights is actually the best exercise for women to burn fat, as well as sprintsFasting and women and cycle considerationsHow to be metabolically flexible and how this shifts throughout the cycle The best tech tools, like apps and trackers that can help with cycle syncing What an ideal week and month looks like for women who are cycle-syncingResources MentionedOura RingGlucose monitorJen's Peptides 101 courseHer websiteFollow Dr. Jen on Facebook, on X, Instagram, and YouTube
The Wellness Mama Podcast is a weekly series covering the topics of holistic health, real food, stress, sleep, fitness, toxins, natural living, DIY, parenting, motherhood, and other health tips to give you actionable solutions to improve your family’s life! Brought to you by Katie Wells of WellnessMama.com
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