Healthy Living

They talk to your gut, your brain, and your nervous system 24/7. I’m talking about your hormones—and this constant communication is why stress can throw everything off. Energy, cycles, moods, even digestion often pay the price when your nervous system is stuck in overdrive.

For years, I thought the solution was to just try harder. Eat cleaner. Take more supplements. Stick to the “perfect” routine. But the truth? No amount of kale or capsules could override the stress signals flooding my body. What I really needed was nervous system support.

When your body doesn’t feel safe, your hormones can’t do their job. Cortisol stays elevated, your sleep suffers, blood sugar dips and spikes, and your cycle can feel unpredictable or downright chaotic. It’s not because you’re failing—it’s because your nervous system is begging for calm.

So what actually helps? Here are three things that shifted everything for me:

Walking might sound too simple to matter, but it was a game-changer. Being outdoors gave me a reset that my body desperately needed. The fresh air, grounding in nature, and gentle movement helped regulate cortisol and calm my mind in a way that no supplement ever could.

I love coffee. But when my stress was already high, caffeine poured fuel on the fire. Matcha gave me a gentler lift without the jittery crash. Plus, its L-theanine content promotes calm focus—a double win for my stressed nervous system.

Sleep was another piece of the puzzle. Using calming essential oils in the evening helped signal to my body that it was safe to rest. Deeper sleep meant I woke up more resilient and better able to handle whatever stress came my way.

Here’s the biggest lesson I learned: your body doesn’t need perfection. It doesn’t need you to follow every health trend or restrict yourself into misery. What it really needs is safety. 

When your nervous system feels supported, your hormones finally have the space to function the way they’re designed to.

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of “doing more” to fix your health, maybe it’s time to try doing less—and focusing on calm instead.

These days, life looks a little different. 😅 When a child enters your world, everything shifts—beautifully, wildly, and in ways that can sometimes leave your own health feeling like it’s on the back burner. Late nights, unpredictable schedules, and the constant juggle of responsibilities can make it seem almost impossible to focus on your body’s needs. But here’s the truth: your hormone and gut health still matter in every season of life, and they don’t have to look perfect to make a difference.

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that balance doesn’t stay the same forever. What supported my body before baby is not the same as what supports me now. And that’s okay. Our bodies are designed to adapt, and the way we care for them should adapt too. Hormone balance isn’t about following rigid rules—it’s about tuning in to what your body needs today, in this moment. Sometimes that looks like a carefully planned routine, but other times it’s about finding small, practical shifts that make life feel a little lighter.

Perfection isn’t the goal here. In fact, chasing perfection often leads to more stress—which is one of the fastest ways to throw hormones and digestion off track. Instead, focus on practicality. Maybe that means keeping quick, nourishing snacks on hand so your blood sugar stays steady. Maybe it’s stepping outside for ten minutes of fresh air when the day feels overwhelming. Maybe it’s choosing rest over another task on your to-do list, knowing that your body repairs and recharges while you sleep.

Gut health and hormone health are deeply connected to how we show up in daily life. When digestion feels supported and stress feels manageable, energy is steadier, moods are more balanced, and the body can function as it was meant to. The good news? It doesn’t take an elaborate plan to get there. Even small, consistent habits can create a ripple effect. Drinking enough water, moving your body in ways that feel good, eating more whole foods, or simply practicing deep breathing can all support the foundation your hormones and gut need.

Life after kids may look nothing like the life you had before, but that doesn’t mean your well-being has to disappear from the picture. It just means finding a new rhythm. Your health matters in every season—not because it looks perfect, but because it’s what helps you feel present, energized, and capable of enjoying the life you’re building.

For years, my PMS felt like absolute chaos. The week before my period, I’d be hit with anxiety spikes, restless nights, and even spotting that made me wonder if something was “off.” Every month, I brushed it off as normal—even though it never felt normal. And no one ever connected the dots.

That changed when I learned about progesterone. Suddenly, it was like the puzzle finally made sense.

✨ Progesterone is your calming hormone.

It’s the hormone that helps you wind down, sleep deeply, and feel steady instead of anxious. It also balances out estrogen so your body doesn’t swing too far in either direction.

When progesterone levels run low, you can feel it. PMS becomes more than just a little irritability—it can feel unbearable. You might notice:

✔️ Anxiety and mood swings

✔️ Insomnia or restless sleep

✔️ Spotting before your period

✔️ Fertility struggles

The frustrating part? These symptoms are often dismissed as “just PMS.” But low progesterone is not something you simply have to live with.

The good news is, your body is always giving you clues—and you don’t have to keep guessing or Googling symptoms. There are real steps you can take to bring balance back.

If your PMS feels unbearable and you’re tired of trying to piece it all together on your own, you don’t have to. Inside my coaching, I help women uncover what their hormone markers (like progesterone) actually mean—and, most importantly, what to do if they’re out of balance.

Because when you understand what your body is telling you, you can finally move from chaos to clarity—and feel like yourself again.

Your hormones don’t just live in your ovaries. They’re in constant conversation with your nervous system, gut, and brain—working around the clock to keep your body balanced. That’s why stress and sleep are two of the biggest players when it comes to hormone health. When your nervous system is calm and your sleep is restorative, your hormones can finally do their job.

One of the simplest ways to support this connection? Essential oils. 🌿

Oils That Support the Nervous System (and Your Hormones)

Hormone health isn’t just about your reproductive system—it’s about how your entire body feels and functions. When stress is managed and sleep is prioritized, your hormones have the environment they need to thrive. Essential oils aren’t a magic fix, but they can be a supportive, natural tool in helping your body find that balance.

Sometimes the smallest shifts—like diffusing oils while you work, inhaling rosemary before a big task, or winding down with lavender at night—can create a ripple effect in your energy, mood, and overall hormone health.

Your hormones are always talking to your body. Oils give you a way to support that conversation, so your system feels calm, clear, and capable of doing its job.

When we hear the word “toxins,” most of us immediately think about pesticides in our food, chemicals in our cleaning products, or pollutants in the air we breathe. And while those are important to pay attention to, there’s one toxin that rarely gets the spotlight: stress.

The truth is, stress impacts your body just as much—if not more—than environmental toxins. And unlike cleaning up your pantry or swapping out your skincare, stress isn’t something you can simply avoid.

When your body is under chronic stress, it doesn’t just affect your mood. It throws off nearly every system in your body. Cortisol, your main stress hormone, can become dysregulated, leading to energy crashes, sleep issues, and imbalances in thyroid and sex hormones. Stress also weakens your gut lining, slows digestion, and makes you more sensitive to certain foods. It fuels inflammation, which makes aches, pains, and even skin flare-ups more common. And even if you’re eating clean, stress keeps your nervous system stuck in survival mode, draining the focus and energy you need to thrive.

This is why so many women say, “I’m doing all the right things but still don’t feel like myself.” If stress is the missing piece, no amount of kale or supplements will move the needle until your body feels safe again.

The good news is that life will always come with challenges, but the goal isn’t to eliminate stress entirely—it’s to give your body tools to move through it. Small shifts add up in a big way. Deep breathing, grounding outside, or even five minutes of stillness can help switch your body out of survival mode. Pairing protein, fiber, and healthy fats at meals balances blood sugar and prevents the energy rollercoaster that makes stress harder to handle. Magnesium-rich greens, omega-3 fats, and calming herbal teas are all nourishing foods that gently support your stress hormones. And beyond nutrition, rest matters too. Rest doesn’t just mean sleep—it also looks like downtime, joyful movement, and things that truly recharge you.

Stress is more than just a feeling—it’s a physical toxin your body has to process. By recognizing its impact and supporting your nervous system, you can stop feeling stuck in survival mode and finally start feeling like yourself again. Because wellness isn’t just about what you cut out—it’s about how you support your body through the stress you can’t avoid.