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

<p>Worried your painful periods, low energy, and PMS mood swings will be with you until menopause? Do you want to have more energy, good periods, and a stable mood without taking birth control, a million supplements, or going on an unrealistic restrictive diet? Do you want to know where to start to balance your hormones naturally? You're in the right place. <br><br></p><p>Happily Hormonal will help you unlock the secrets to:<br><br></p><p>Balancing hormones in motherhood with simple nourishment strategies<br><br></p><p>Using food to have better periods and less PMS even with a busy schedule<br><br></p><p>Balancing blood sugar for more energy and less anxiety <br><br></p><p>Getting rid of painful periods for good<br><br>Losing the drama of PMS week<br><br></p><p>Feeling more present and joyful<br><br></p><p>Increasing your capacity in motherhood and life <br><br></p><p>Understanding your body and cycles on a deeper level<br><br>Having regular, pain free periods and ovulation<br><br>Making more progesterone<br><br></p><p>Taking back control of your health and your hormones so you can show up as the woman you really want to be<br><br></p><p>Host Leisha Drews, RN, BSN, FDN-P and Holistic Hormone Coach brings you realistic, actionable conversations so you can start to peel back the layers of hormone balance in a way that feels simple and doable for the first time ever so you can have balanced hormones even as a busy mom.<br><br></p><p>Contact Leisha:</p><p>Email: hello@leishadrews.com</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.abundant-lifewellness.com">www.leishadrews.com</a></p><p>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leishadrews">@leishadrews</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

E189: Detoxification Demystified: How to Support Your Body for Hormone Balance, Energy, and Mood Stability

Send us a text Are detox cleanses necessary, or is your body already built to handle toxins? In today’s world, we’re exposed to more toxins than ever— from polluted air to everyday products. These harmful substances can disrupt our hormones, digestion, and overall health, leading to problems like fatigue, bloating, breakouts, and painful periods. But here’s the good news: your body is designed to detoxify naturally, and with the right support, you can optimize this process without feeli...

02-10
27:37

E188: Holistic Solutions for Tackling Belly Bloat and Fatigue Through Perimenopause with Michelle McCoy

Send us a text Are you constantly exhausted, experiencing brain fog, or struggling with stubborn belly bloat, no matter what you do? If you're over 40 and dealing with these issues, it’s not just a part of getting older. You don’t have to accept these changes as your new normal. Perimenopause can bring about unexpected challenges, but there are ways to manage them. In this episode, holistic health coach Michelle from The Treasured Wellness Podcast reveals what’s really behind these frustrati...

02-06
23:39

E187: 2 Things to do FIRST to Balance Your Hormones Naturally

Send us a text If you've asked yourself "Where do I start?" when it comes to balancing your hormones, having better periods, or getting rid of some of those PMS personalities, today I'm answering that question for you. It can feel confusing to know if your hormone symptoms are coming from estrogen dominance, low progesterone, problems with your diet, or any other number of issues you've heard about. The good news? There are a few things I almost ALWAYS recommend that can help redu...

02-03
15:43

E186: These Hidden Mindset Blocks will Make Your Periods Worse with Dr. Heather Rhodes

Send us a text Overwhelmed trying to figure out your hormones? Let’s simplify things and help you move forward. If hormone balance feels like a never-ending battle of trial and error, you’re not alone. This episode is here to help you cut through the confusion, ease your stress, and start making real progress. You’ll learn: Why trying everything isn’t helping—and what you should do instead How your feelings and stress are affecting your hormones Easy, straightforward steps...

01-27
23:54

E185: Do Less for Happier Hormones: Estrogen Dominance, Low Progesterone & Hormone Balance FAQ with Dr Heather Rhodes

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list and unsure about balancing your hormones? It doesn’t have to be complicated! In this episode, Leisha and Dr. Heather Rhodes address common questions about hormone balance, estrogen dominance, and progesterone. They’ll simplify the confusion and show you how small changes can lead to big improvements without adding to your busy schedule. You’ll discover: Balancing hormones means doing less—smarter!The truth about hormone supplement...

01-20
30:16

E184: How Chronic Hormone Issues Become Chronic Disease - DAY 4 Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp

Send us a text 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 masking symptoms for long-term health. Tune in for...

01-16
20:42

E183: Why PMS is Not Just A Mind Thing - DAY 3 Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp

Send us a text 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 response in the body due to progesterone. Rather than just ma...

01-15
17:07

E182: How Low Energy & Hormone Imbalance Are Connected at a Root Cause Level - DAY 2 Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp

Send us a text 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 progesterone. Blood sugar imbalance can also trigger cortisol spikes and...

01-14
19:58

E181: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Your Hormones - DAY 1 Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp

Send us a text 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 indicate hormone imbalance – and how we can handle th...

01-13
20:46

E180: Be Less Scattered and More Consistent in Your 2025 Hormone Balance Goals - Even With ADHD

Send us a text Tired of feeling scattered and overwhelmed? Let’s change that. If you ever feel like you're running on empty, trying to juggle too much, and still falling behind, you're not alone. Life can get chaotic, and sometimes it feels like you can't catch up no matter how hard you try. In this episode, we’ll explore why this happens and how to feel more grounded and relaxed. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to check in with your nervous system and why it’s essential for reducing stress.W...

01-06
25:36

E179: 2025 Hormone Diets and Meal Plans to AVOID and What To Do Instead with Dr Heather Rhodes

Send us a text Are the latest hormone diets secretly hurting your health? If you’ve ever Googled “how to balance hormones” and felt overwhelmed by countless trendy diets, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr Heather Rhodes and I closely examine the most popular hormone diets for 2025—what works and what doesn’t—so you can avoid wasting time or harming your body with unsustainable approaches. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why eliminating certain food groups can mess with your hormones and sl...

12-30
41:07

E178: Blood Sugar Balance Mistakes You're Making as a Mom That Wreck Hormones & Energy

Send us a text Do you ever wonder why your energy crashes at 3 PM or your mood feels like a rollercoaster? It’s not just in your head—it could be your blood sugar. Whether you’ve noticed brain fog, stubborn fatigue, or hormone imbalances, blood sugar plays a bigger role than you might think. In this episode, we’re breaking it all down: Why keeping your blood sugar balanced is crucial for your energy, focus, and hormone health.Some sneaky habits, like skipping meals or grabbing “healthy” sna...

12-23
15:58

E177: Will DUTCH Hormone Testing Help Your PMS/PMDD Symptoms? Progesterone, GABA, Estrogen, and Cyclical Mood Changes with Dr Kelly Ruef

Send us a text In this episode, we discuss PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), along with the impact of hormonal imbalances on mood, energy, and overall well-being. I am joined by Dr. Kelly Ruef from Dutch, a naturopathic physician with a strong interest in biochemistry, biochemical pathways, and natural hormone pathways. She will explain how tools like the Dutch Test can help uncover what is happening beneath the surface and provide steps you can take to f...

12-16
33:31

E176: 3 Intentional Shifts I'm Making for my Nervous System & Fertility NOW and in 2025

Send us a text Do you feel like you're always moving, and if your body isn't moving then your brain definitely is? If you're stuck in fight or flight and don't know how to get off of the hamster wheel so you can slow down and heal...I have some ideas for you! Today is a little more personal, a behind-the-scenes into what I'm doing for my own health & fertility this year - and spoiler - it's not even about food! I'm sharing some of the simple but challenging changes I'm making to my rout...

12-09
23:40

E175: How Histamine Intolerance and MTHFR Affect Your Hormones with Joanne Kennedy, ND

Send us a text This episode is a DEEP deep dive, so if you're into the science behind your symptoms, this one is for you. I've invited today's guest Joanne Kennedy, a naturopath from Australia, to discuss histamines, histamine intolerance, and their impact on hormones. Joanne shares insights from her 10-year practice, highlighting how issues like stress, gut health, and diet can disrupt methylation and increase histamine levels. We're covering common triggers like gluten, mold, and ox...

12-02
37:22

E174: 5 Ways to Avoid Energy Crashes, Bloating, and Brain Fog & Still Enjoy Your Thanksgiving

Send us a text If your energy, gut, and hormones often take a hit after the holidays, today I'm going to give you my secrets to avoid bloating, brain fog, and energy crashes after Thanksgiving, and tell you exactly how you can have your pumpkin pie..and eat it too. It's easy to get caught up in the busy seasons that come with the holidays and put taking care of yourself on the back burner, but it honestly doesn't have to be hard to keep giving yourself what you need for hormone balance, eno...

11-25
20:59

BONUS: Better Periods & PMS - Or Your Money Back!

Send us a text If you have been making the rounds on social media and podcasts learning what you can about hormones, trying to fix your painful periods and PMS, and have thoroughly overwhelmed yourself and are just wondering what in the world to start with, today my announcement is going to help make things a LOT easier for you. I've helped hundreds of women to balance hormones in my signature program Nourish Your Hormones and have noticed something so consistent that I'm willing to be...

11-22
10:48

E173: I Changed My Mind on HIIT Workouts for Women - Are They Good or Bad For Hormones?

Send us a text I know you've wondered which type of workout is best for your hormones, and the answer may surprise you! The internet has opinions on everything, and you can find "evidence" that HIIT workouts are great for you, bad for you, that you should only do yoga...the possibilities are endless so how do you know what is actually going to work for you? In this episode I'm sharing how I've changed my opinion on HIIT workouts, how to know if they are or aren't right for you in this sea...

11-18
31:37

E172: Hormonal Acne, Holistic Skincare Mistakes, and Trigger Foods That You Think Are Healthy with the Acne Guru Danielle Gronich

Send us a text Are you doing all of the typical AND crunchy things to fix your acne and still having breakouts constantly or every single period? If you've felt desperate to do anything and everything to fix your acne and still haven't had success then today's episode will help! Today's episode will help you assess your current routine and focus in on what is the next most important step for you so you can finally see clear skin all month long. My guest today Danielle Gronich is known as ...

11-11
33:21

E171: Are Your PMS Symptoms Normal? 6 Root Causes You Need to Know to Get PMS Week Back

Send us a text Do you have mood swings and feel a little (or a lot) crazy at least once a month? If you've been told that it's normal - it's not! Getting to the root cause of PMS symptoms can be tricky, because there's not usually just one root cause. In this epsiode I'm walking you through the 6 common root causes of PMS so you can start to feel more stable and have happier hormones not only during PMS week, but all month long. FREE RESOURCES Love Your Liver Guide Hormone Imbalance Quiz ...

11-04
23:25

Larisha Dickerson

Thank you for yet another Excellent podcast. I'm looking forward to working with you soon. I'd like a podcast on how to eat to balance hormones. I've noticed a HUGE difference with the few changes I've made since doing your mini NYH course you'd offered. You are a Blessing ☺️

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