34. Well-Being & Hormone Health with Tammy Watkins

“If you don't know what your options are…If you don't have the information to make a choice, you can't make a good choice.”

One of my favorite statements from my friend and podcast guest, Tammy Watkins.

In this episode, Tammy and I dive into women’s health with a focus on hormonal shifts, the power of education, and proactive health choices. As a chiropractor and women's health advocate, Tammy shares her personal and professional journey, highlighting the importance of understanding one's body during midlife transitions.

We discuss the impact of stress on hormone levels, the need to recognize that "common" does not mean "normal" for many health issues, and how proactive choices can empower women through these changes. Tammy emphasizes the need for women to take control of their health through informed decisions and self-care, which can lead to a smoother, more confident journey through midlife.

Key Takeaways:

• Knowing your health options is essential for informed decision-making.
• Midlife can feel overwhelming, often leaving women feeling isolated.
• Education is crucial to empowering women to understand their bodies.
• Hormonal changes are a natural part of aging, not a sign of decline.
• Managing stress is critical for maintaining hormonal balance.
• Awareness of hormonal cycles aids in health and well-being.
• Common health issues should not be accepted as inevitable.
• Men also undergo hormonal changes that deserve attention.
• Estrogen is vital for vitality and overall health.
• High cortisol from chronic stress can lead to health challenges.
• Stillness and self-care are essential for healing and personal growth.
• Traditional medicine may lack time for a holistic health approach.
• Listening to your body can help prevent serious health issues.
• Community support is valuable for women in midlife.
• Intentional self-care and connection can help navigate post-menopause.
• There is hope for a fulfilling life after menopause.

About Tammy Watkins:

As a midlife wife, homeschooling mother of four, and prenatal/pediatric chiropractor with a dedication to women's health, Tammy has experienced the natural hormonal shifts that come after years of birthing, nursing, and nurturing children. She knew that her 40’s were going to be different, but she had no idea how dramatically her body would respond to the hormone variations and stressors of the environment around her. With almost two decades of empowering women through pregnancy and childbirth, she now aims to guide women through the perimenopause phase and beyond. Understanding the importance of simple and effective habits, she is committed to helping women navigate this perimenopause-menopause / (peri)menopause season with confidence and well-being.

What Tammy Offers:

Are you wanting to understand how your hormone cycles work and what that cyclical pattern means for optimizing your movement, productivity, nutrition and beyond? Tammy helps women address issues like weight gain, mood swings, and sleepless nights by exploring holistic approaches to balancing hormones. Through simple daily habits, she supports women in reclaiming energy, mood, and well-being naturally, helping them feel more like themselves.

To learn more about Tammy and her offerings, visit The Well website, and follow her on Facebook!

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