“Your body is acting the way it is because it thinks you’re running from a saber tooth tiger. You’re in fight or flight. Your body is ready for an attack; not a baby.” My son was a year and a half old. I felt like something was terribly wrong. This isn’t an exaggeration, as I was fearing the worst. The fatigue, always feeling cold, brain fog, mood swings, sugar cravings, dependency on caffeine, … [Read more...] about Fight or Flight: How Chronic Stress Affects Your Thyroid
The Best Workout for Your Hormones
What is the best workout for your hormones, while also being effective and short? Is that even possible? Yes it is! I discovered an exercise program a couple years ago when I was in the midst of healing my thyroid and improving my overall health. My husband Josh does this workout with me too, as it's good for both men and women. It's customizable and adjustable to your ability. Josh and I have … [Read more...] about The Best Workout for Your Hormones
Goitrogenic Foods and Hypothyroidism
Have you been told to avoid goitrogenic foods because of your thyroid disorder? Goitrogenic foods are: -Broccoli -Brussels sprouts -Cabbage -Cauliflower -Collard greens -Flax seed -Kale -Mustard greens -Pears -Peaches -Pine nuts -Peanuts -Radishes -Rutabega -Soy -Spinach -Strawberries -Sweet potatoes -Turnips What is the Concern with Goitrogenic Foods? Goitrogenic foods are … [Read more...] about Goitrogenic Foods and Hypothyroidism
How to Have a VBAC
Here are the ten things I did that greatly influenced my ability to have a VBAC. *February 2019: I had my second VBAC. She came even easier. Check out more below! The Risks and Why Have a VBAC First, let’s clear up some things. Many women I talk to seem scared at the thought of having a VBAC because their doctor has told them that there is a risk of uterine rupture during birth. According to … [Read more...] about How to Have a VBAC
2017: Sending Off The Year
So, there's like four minutes until New Year's. Oh well, here it goes! 2017, Another Year of Many Lessons Tonight, I needed some fresh air. I've been cooped up in the house with a cold, and my family has been under the weather. I put on my boots and coat, and went out into the yard. The cold air felt amazing, and when I looked up, I saw that beautiful full moon. All the darkness around, and … [Read more...] about 2017: Sending Off The Year
Judging Less and Loving More
*This post is dedicated to my Aunt Lori. Last week, she died under horrific circumstances. The celebration of her life today has shown me many things, and one of them centers upon judgment. If others had been judging her more throughout her life, then she may not have been able to become the force of positivity she was. Choosing Love My aunt died tragically last week. When I reflect on her and … [Read more...] about Judging Less and Loving More