HAPPILY HORMONAL | hormone balance for moms, PMS, painful periods, natural birth control, low energy, pro-metabolic
Leisha Drews, RN, FDN-P, holistic hormone coach, period expert
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This podcast helps women balance their hormones naturally to improve energy, mood, and menstrual health. Hosted by a registered nurse and holistic hormone coach, it covers topics like PMS, painful periods, natural birth control, and blood sugar balance. The show offers practical nourishment strategies for busy moms and aims to help listeners feel more joyful and present in motherhood.
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E278: Your Healthy Summer Routine Is Ruining Your Progesterone And Making Periods Worse 01.06.2026 23minAre you going to feel good all summer, or hit August wondering why you became a different person from the neck up? Summer always feels like the healthiest (and happiest) season - lighter food, a few drinks at the barbecue, more movement, sunshine, a slower pace. So why do so many women feel worse in July and August than any other time of year? Turns out, summer is one of the sneakiest seasons for progesterone. It’s because everything you do looks completely right and healthy, but the ha...
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E277: Why Antihistamines Can Help PMS/PMDD + Functional Alternatives 25.05.2026 24minHave you done all the right things and still spent two weeks a month feeling like a completely different, much less pleasant person? I get it. Most PMS and PMDD conversations stop at estrogen and progesterone. But if you're still dealing with mood swings, brain fog, or symptoms that show up around ovulation, too, there's a piece nobody's named for you yet. It's histamine. And before you say, "I don't have allergies" - that's not what we're talking about here. In this episode, I'm walkin...
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E276: Is PMS/PMDD Slowly Destroying Your Marriage? Here's What You Need to Know to Make it Stop. 18.05.2026 21minHave you ever looked at your husband doing absolutely nothing wrong and felt nothing but irritation? You know it's not really about him. But knowing that doesn't help when you're already in it, snapping at him for breathing too loudly, or crying and unable to explain why, then drowning in guilt afterward. Because you love him. Your hormones are throwing a very convincing party in your nervous system, and nobody sent you the invite. Here's what this episode breaks down for you: Why your brain ...
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E275: Your Labs Are Normal, But You're Gaining Weight, Losing Hair, And Feeling Exhausted - Let's Talk Thyroid, With Dr. Amie Hornaman 11.05.2026 39minHave you ever left a doctor’s appointment feeling like something's off, even when told, “everything looks fine”? That's exactly where my guest, Dr. Amie Hornaman, started. At 22, despite eating clean and working out twice daily, she gained 40 pounds in three months. After seeing six doctors, including two endocrinologists, she was still told she was normal. But no one had properly tested her THYROID. So, we went deep into the stuff most doctors overlook: Why your thyroid impacts progest...
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E274: You’re Doing Everything Right - So Why Do You Feel Like A Different Person Half The Month? 04.05.2026 26minDo you ever feel like you have two completely different versions of yourself living in the same body? Like one half of the month, you’re calm, patient, productive, and enjoying your life. And then something shifts. Suddenly, you’re overwhelmed, snapping over small things, exhausted by the afternoon, and wondering where you went. And what makes it even more confusing is - you’re not careless about your health. You eat well, take care of yourself, you’re paying attention… And it still keeps hap...
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E273: BONUS - Still Breaking Out Every Month? What You’re Missing About Hormones, Gut & Skincare And How To Fix What’s Underneath, With Danielle Gronich 01.05.2026 31minAre you doing all the “right” things for your skin, and still breaking out every single month? You know, like using clean products, improving your diet, maybe even trying some supplements, but somehow your skin doesn’t get the message. I wanted to bring this one back because it’s one of those older episodes that’s still so relevant, especially if you’ve been stuck in that loop of trying things, seeing a bit of progress, and then ending up right back where you started. I’m talking with Daniell...
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E272: Why Estrogen Won't Leave Your Body - And What's Actually Keeping It There 27.04.2026 27minIf you've been told your hormone labs are normal but you still feel bloated, moody, and exhausted - this episode is for you. Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormone disruptions in women, and it's also one of the most misunderstood. Most women have heard the term but don't actually know what's driving it in their body, or why conventional testing keeps missing it entirely. In this episode, I'll walk you through exactly why estrogen builds up in the body, what's blocking it from le...
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E271: PMS Breast Pain/Tenderness Is Giving You So Many Clues About Your Hormones! 20.04.2026 27minCan we talk about that moment right before your period when your boobs hurt so much you don’t even want to move, and then suddenly, they’re fine? I used to just ignore it. Like, okay, this is just part of PMS, whatever. But once I started paying attention, I realized it’s actually not random at all. It’s your body giving you a lot of clues about what’s going on with your hormones, your gut, your stress levels, and even how your body is handling everyday life. In this episode, you’ll hear: Wha...
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E270: Why High-Functioning Women Aren't Having Great Sex (and What to Fix) with Dr. Heather Rhodes 13.04.2026 31minHave you ever caught yourself thinking “I could take it or leave it” when it comes to sex? This is your headphones warning episode. My friend, Dr. Heather Rhodes, is back with me, and we’re talking about something you might not be saying out loud - what happens when desire feels out of reach. You love your husband, you care about your marriage, and at the same time, you feel tired out, stuck in your head, or just not that interested. And it’s so confusing, because on paper, everything looks f...
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E269: 5 High-Impact, FREE Things that are Helping Balance My Clients' Hormones (and Mine!) 06.04.2026 26minHave you ever felt like every time you open Instagram or listen to a podcast, there’s another thing you’re supposed to buy or do to fix your hormones? A new supplement, a new routine, or a new "missing piece." It can get overwhelming fast! When you want to fix PMS mood swings, painful periods, and low energy, you don't need MORE, often you need less. That’s why I wanted to do something a little different in this episode. Instead of talking about more things to add, I’m sharing a few simple an...
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E268: The #1 Mistake Healthy Moms Make That Keeps Them Stuck in PMS & Burnout 30.03.2026 23minDo you ever feel like you should have your hormones figured out by now, but something still isn’t clicking? As high-functioning women, we fall into this trap all the time. You pay attention to what you're eating, try different routines, and when results don’t come quickly, your instinct is to push harder. You tell yourself to try one more thing or be more disciplined, thinking it will finally work. But it doesn't. And it won't if you stay in this mindset. It's because hormones aren't th...
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E267: Which of These 3 PMS Hormone Patterns Matches Your Symptoms? 23.03.2026 20minYou know PMS symptoms show up for you most months, but do you know what your symptoms are telling you about your hormones? Today, I'm talking about 3 unique patterns that show up in the luteal phase and breaking down how the symptoms you're seeing each month relate to specific organ systems. In this episode: 1. Is your PMS caused by burnout, blood sugar dysregulation, or gut problems? 2. The common mistakes I see sold as "quick fixes" for each pattern. 3. How to ...
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E266: The Emotional & Spiritual Roots Of PMS, Hormone Imbalance, And Low Libido 16.03.2026 32minI’ll be honest, this episode felt a little different to record - a little exciting, and a little nerve-wracking. Because instead of focusing on the usual physical side of hormones, I’m going deeper into something we don’t talk about as often: the emotional and especially spiritual roots behind symptoms like PMS, hormone imbalance, and low libido. I talk a lot about food, minerals, gut health, and detox on this podcast. And those things matter. But sometimes the reason symptoms linger isn’t ju...
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E265: Decoding Your PMS - What’s Normal And What’s A Red Flag 09.03.2026 25minIf taking a supplement was the magic fix for PMS, wouldn’t we all be feeling amazing by now, right? In this episode, I’m breaking down PMS in a straightforward way. Not every change before your period is a problem. Some shifts in mood, energy, or appetite are completely normal. But there’s also a point where PMS becomes your body’s way of saying something deeper is off. The real issue often isn't just your hormones. It’s all about looking at the bigger picture of what your brain and body are ...
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E264: Creating Safety + Hormone Balance Through Simplifying Everything 02.03.2026 19minHave you ever bought the one thing that was supposed to fix your hormones, and then realized you’re more overwhelmed than before? That’s where this episode starts. We’re wrapping up our Safety Series with an idea that might seem too simple to make a difference: simplifying. It’s not about adding another supplement or following the latest trends, but about stepping back so your body can feel safe again. Because when your brain is overloaded with information, fear, and constant “fix this” messa...
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E263: Creating Safety in Marriage through Radical Responsibility With Haley Teixeira 23.02.2026 43minDo you notice that once a month your brain is VERY good at convincing you that your husband is the worst? Your nervous system is constantly scanning for safety, and if things feel tense with your spouse, your body stays stuck in a stress response that no amount of supplements can fix. Today, I’m talking with marriage coach Haley Teixeira about why emotional safety is the actual foundation for hormonal health. We’re diving into how our childhood wounds and patterns create a "protective" intern...
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E262: Fix Your Grocery Budget & Spending Habits For More Safety & Less PMS, With The Budget Besties 09.02.2026 26minEver feel like you need a second mortgage to afford the organic chicken and grass-fed beef your hormones are literally begging for? You are doing your absolute best to keep everyone fed, healthy, and happy, but it feels like your bank account is constantly at war with your hormones. I’ve been right where you are, until I realized I was missing a huge piece of the puzzle: safety around money. That’s why I brought on the Budget Besties, Vanessa and Shana, today. We’re having a girlfriend-...
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E261: Not Enough Time For Happy Hormones? 4 Strategies You Need Today 02.02.2026 21minDo you ever feel like you know what would help your hormones - eating consistently, resting more, getting minerals in - but there’s just no time to do any of it? In this episode of the Safety vs. Stress Series, I’m explaining how your relationship with time itself can either create safety in your body or keep your hormones stuck in stress mode. When your schedule is full, and your mind is constantly jumping ahead, your nervous system hears one message over and over: there’s no room to slow do...
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E260: Decrease Demand On The Brain And PMS / ADHD Symptoms Through Your Eyes & Intentional Light Exposure 26.01.2026 27minHave you ever noticed how certain lighting instantly makes you feel edgy - like your eyes get tired, your head feels busy, and your patience disappears faster than usual? This episode wasn’t part of the original plan for the Safety Series, but it felt important enough to add. Because in this one, I’m talking about something we rarely connect to hormones, or PMS: the way your eyes take in light all day long. You might be surprised to learn how that small light bulb in your bedroom can actually...
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E259: High-Functioning Burnout & Why Being Productive Isn’t Actually Helping, With Ash Mcdonald 19.01.2026 43minDid you know that even if you’re still showing up, getting things done, and keeping everything together, you could still be stuck in burnout? Your body knows even if your mind doesn’t. Today, I spoke with my therapist + nervous system expert, Ash McDonald, about high-functioning burnout, the one we both see in women who care a lot and do a lot. Unlike traditional burnout, it's when your brain keeps pushing you to go, even when you're exhausted. And no amount of sleep or coffee fixes it. We di...
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