HAPPILY HORMONAL | hormone balance for moms, PMS, painful periods, natural birth control, low energy, pro-metabolic

Have you ever been told your heavy bleeding, mood swings, acne, or exhaustion are just part of having a period?

But deep down, you know something’s off. And you’re right!

Many of us have been gaslit by doctors, by friends, even our own mothers, into believing that pain, fatigue, bloating, and mood swings are simply the price we pay for being a woman. But the truth is: your cycle is your body’s monthly report card. And it’s trying to ...

Feel like you snap at your kids or get overwhelmed right before your period? It’s just your hormones speaking.

When PMS hits, it can feel like your coping tools vanish. In this episode, I’ll share practical strategies for when PMS feels heavy—no willpower or restrictive diets needed. You’ll learn how:

• High expectations can worsen PMS symptoms
• To track your emotions for tough days
• To create a “PMS buffer zone” to manage mo...

Do you dread your period every month, only to be met with the same painful cramps and mood swings that never seem to let up? What if you’re missing three foundational pieces that could change …well, all of it?

If you’ve been trying to balance your hormones naturally but still feel like you’re guessing, or throwing money at supplements hoping something will finally work, this one’s for you. 

Here's what you’ll...

Ever replayed the day in your head and thought, “Why did I snap like that?”. You love your kids with everything you’ve got—so why is it so hard to show up the way you want to?

If you’re stuck in a cycle of mom guilt, irritation, and exhaustion, there’s a chance your hormones, not your parenting, are the real culprit. This episode goes beyond the surface to unpack how burnout and hormone imbalances are silently shaping your motherhoo...

Ever feel like slowing down is a luxury you can’t afford while juggling kids, a business, or an endless to-do list? You’re not alone - I’ve been in that same boat. What if the solution isn’t doing more, but doing less more intentionally? 

Here’s the truth: You can’t pour from an empty cup. When you’re always in go mode, your body pays the price, whether through exhaustion, mood swings, or missing out on precious moments.

In this epis...

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If you learned a lot this week but need a little clarity to wrap up everything you learned with a pretty bow...this one is for you boo. 😘

Today I'm putting the pieces together for long-term hormone balance, good periods, PMS free months, and energy for days.

It all comes down to two things: 

1. Making Ho...

It’s day 4, the final day of the Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp, and I’m bringing you a little recap of the bootcamp alongside a deep dive into how hormone imbalances can lead to long-term chronic diseases – and how we can prevent that from happening.

We covered several key hormone imbalances and their links to some very common chronic diseases. My goal was to stress the importance of addressing underlying causes rather than just maskin...

It’s day 3 of the Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp - if you've ever found yourself feeling more anxious, angry, sad, or all of the above before your period, then you need to tune in to hear WHY PMS is affecting you and what you can do to have stable moods all month long.
 
In this episode I share some of the most causes of PMS symptoms – like estrogen dominance – as well as less common conditions such as changes in the GABA ...

Welcome back to Day 2 of the Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp!
 
If you've ever wondered why your energy is up and down and if your stress is REALLY affecting you negatively...this one is for you!

In this episode, I’m sharing the link between low energy and hormone imbalances: stress. Chronic stress puts the body in "survival mode" where it prioritizes stress hormones over sex hormones, leading to issues like low pr...

Welcome to Day 1 of the Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp. This episode is an overview of how hormones work throughout your menstrual cycle - TBH you should have learned this a LONG time ago, in middle school or at least at your first OBGYN appointment.

I’m going deep into common symptoms seen at different cycle phases, like increased libido and cervical fluid around ovulation, or how symptoms like PMS, cramps, and mood changes can indicat...

Ever take ashwagandha to "fix" your stress, only to end up feeling just as exhausted (and maybe even worse hormonally)? Friend, I’ve been there too.  

If you’re relying on adaptogens to “fix” fatigue, weight gain, or hormonal chaos but still feel wired-and-tired, here’s what I want you to know: masking stress won’t heal your hormones. The duct-tape approach might help temporarily, but without addressing the root cause, you...

Do you feel like you’re eating a healthy breakfast but still crash by 10 AM or struggle with bad PMS and painful periods?

The truth is, eating the wrong (healthy) breakfast might be behind irregular periods, hormonal acne, and low energy by lunchtime. The good news? It’s easy to fix. 

Today I'm telling you exactly what to change: 

• My 3-part “hormone hero” breakfast formula to balance blood sugar, boost progesterone naturally,...

Are PMS mood swings, hormonal acne, and painful periods wearing you down, all while doctors tell you your tests are "normal"? Your hormones might need more attention, and the Dutch test could help.

The Dutch test is an at-home urine test that reveals if your estrogen levels are imbalanced and can identify low progesterone, adrenal fatigue, or insulin resistance affecting your energy and fertility.

In thi...

Why does your period suddenly feel like a monthly punishment? If you’re in your 40s (or getting close) and noticing unexplained symptoms—from belly fat to burnout—you could be in perimenopause without realizing it. Worse? Common habits, like that nightly glass of wine, might unnecessarily complicate things.

What if your PMS, irregular periods, or sudden weight gain aren’t just "part of getting older," but signs your hormon...

Are you fighting with your hormones and wondering what really makes a difference—and what just adds to the overwhelm?

Whether you're struggling with acne, low energy, painful periods, PMS, or irregular cycles, or just trying to simplify your hormone journey, this episode is a reflection of all of the things I wish I had known when I first started balancing my hormones - or honestly before I even knew hormone balance was a thing...

Overwhelmed by the endless "clean living" advice? Just want to know which swaps can help with estrogen dominance, painful periods, and hormonal acne? What if you could make a few changes to your daily routine to naturally balance your hormones without blowing your budget or driving yourself crazy?

In this episode, Leisha breaks down the most impactful product swaps for your home, menstruation, and beauty routine.

You’ll lea...

Ever notice how your PMS goes from bad to unbearable when stressed? Or how your period seems to punish you extra hard after a crazy month?

Your overwhelmed nervous system is stealing progesterone to make cortisol, fueling estrogen dominance, irregular cycles, and brutal PMS - all while keeping you exhausted.

In this game-changing chat with burnout recovery coach (and former attorney) Michelle Grosser, you'll discover:

• The bur...

Have you ever tried a "hormone-balancing" supplement for issues like PMS, painful periods, or estrogen dominance, only to find that nothing changed, or possibly even got worse? Trust me, you're not alone; Dr. Heather Rhodes and I witness this all the time in our practice.

Here's the honest truth: Many popular supplements like DIM, Vitex, and even iron can backfire if you're using them wrong. In thi...

Ever feel like you need that glass of wine (or third coffee) just to get through the day? What if your cravings stem from a stressed-out nervous system, not a lack of willpower?

If you’re a high-achieving woman dealing with fatigue, PMS, or hormonal chaos, your nervous system might be the hidden culprit. Chronic stress can disrupt your body’s balance, driving you toward quick fixes like alcohol or caffeine, only to leave you more dr...