PCOS Symptoms? The Steps That Changed Everything For Mimi
When Mimi first got her period at 16, she knew something wasn’t right. Her cycle was painful, irregular, and constantly dismissed. She was told it would “regulate eventually,” that it was “just different ovaries,” and that the pill was her only option.It wasn’t. And her symptoms never improved.Years later, after repeated dead ends and worsening PMS, migraines, and cycle changes, Mimi finally did what most women never feel empowered to do—she stopped outsourcing the answers and began listening to her body.In this episode, Mimi shares the steps that changed everything, including:The real difference between polycystic ovaries and PCOSWhy so many women are under-tested or misinformedHow high stress, travel, and nutrition impact the menstrual cycleThe practices that helped her reconnect with her body—journaling, meditation, and sustainable nutritionMimi’s story is validating, grounding, and a powerful reminder that your symptoms are telling you something—and that you’re not alone.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. Mimi shares her personal story and this is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsFollow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd
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Menstrual Migraines: What’s Your Body Telling You?
Why do menstrual migraines happen — and what is your body really trying to tell you when they do?In this episode, Dr Anthea breaks down the deeper meaning behind menstrual migraines and how they’re often a message from your body, not a malfunction. From fluctuating estrogen and iron levels to stress, blood sugars, and your nervous system — every migraine has a story.You’ll learn how hormonal rhythms, nutrient absorption, and inflammation connect to these cyclical headaches, and why balancing your Four Fundamentals™ (Nervous System, Metabolism, Nutrients, and Blood Sugars) is the key to real relief.Whether your migraines hit before your period, during ovulation, or seem to appear out of nowhere — this episode will help you understand what your body is asking for and how to respond.✨ In this episode:Why estrogen dips trigger migrainesHow iron deficiency plays a hidden roleThe mineral connections between copper, zinc, and magnesiumHow stress and blood sugar imbalances block absorptionWhy syncing with the sun can support your hormonesThe power of testing your fundamentals before guessingYour body isn’t the problem — it’s the compass. Learn what it’s been trying to tell you.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsFollow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd
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How To Heal Without Pushing So Hard
In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd is joined by naturopath, herbalist, and somatic therapist Lara Ryan — for a raw and deeply insightful conversation about what it really means to heal.They explore the space between body, mind, and energy — where beliefs, stress, and cellular health all meet. Together, they unpack why our body is never the enemy — it’s always working for us, even when it doesn’t feel like it.You’ll learn: ✨ The difference between naturopathy and herbal medicine — and how both help you reconnect with your body ✨ What your “shoulds” are really telling you (and how they block healing) ✨ How beliefs and emotional patterns can show up as physical symptoms ✨ Why burnout, brain fog, and fatigue aren’t random — they’re messages ✨ The powerful link between the nervous system, digestion, and trauma ✨ How to use play, rest, and desire as medicine ✨ Why not everyone needs magnesium — and how testing reveals what your body actually needsThis episode is a masterclass in functional and energetic health — blending science, somatics, and soul. If you’ve ever wondered why your symptoms make no sense or why doing all the “right” things still isn’t working, this conversation will change how you see your body forever.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsFollow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd and Lara Ryan lara.ryan.natural.health
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You’re Not a Textbook. You’re a Human Being. Listen to Your Feminine Cycles.
What if you could understand your entire life — from your first period to menopause — through the lens of nature’s cycles?In this deeply empowering episode, Dr Anthea Todd is joined by Jane Hardwicke Collings, a former midwife, author, and founder of the School of Shamanic Womancraft. Together, they explore the ancient map of a woman’s life — spring, summer, autumn, and winter — and how each phase holds its own wisdom, power, and purpose.Jane shares how our rites of passage (menarche, motherhood, menopause) shape not only our bodies but our sense of self. You’ll discover how menstrual shame and disconnection from our cycles have led to generations of women feeling lost — and how to reclaim your feminine rhythm as a source of power, not pain.You’ll learn:The four life seasons of womanhood — and how to know which one you’re inHow your birth, menarche, and motherhood experiences influence each otherWhat “menstrual shame” really is and how it impacts fertility, birth, and menopauseWhy menopause is not the end — it’s the harvest of your life so farHow to reconnect with your body’s wisdom using cyclical awareness and nature’s cuesThis conversation will change the way you view womanhood — from something to fix or control, to something to honour, experience, and celebrate.Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsExplore courses, books and workshops with Jane: https://janehardwickecollings.com/Follow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd and Jane Hardwicke Collings janehardwickecollings
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Is Your Stress Stressing You Out? Do This.
In this solo episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd flips the script on how we view stress. Rather than treating it as the enemy, she explores the neuroscience behind stress — and how your perception of it determines whether it harms or heals your body.From the brain’s “Body–Story–Action” networks to simple shifts in how you relate to stress, this episode helps you stop fighting against your body and start working with it to build resilience, energy, and flow.You’ll learn:Why chronic stress can trigger inflammation — and why that’s only half the storyHow your brain’s story about stress shapes your physical responseWhat actually happens in your body when you change your perception of stressWhy resisting emotions creates tension and burnoutThe surprising link between meaning, stress, and long-term healthHow to use self-compassion and inner dialogue to build resilienceSimple practices to shift from resistance to trustWhether you’re overwhelmed by daily life or trying to recover from burnout, this episode will change the way you see stress — and show you how to use it as a tool for growth.To learn more about what your body’s been trying to tell you: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best-Selling Book What’s My Body Telling Me?: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-book Discover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentals Follow & connect: @dr.antheatodd
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