As women enter their 40s, managing stress and hormonal balance becomes increasingly important. One hormone that tends to be all the buzz in today’s high stress and busy world is cortisol—the body’s primary stress hormone. Chronic stress, poor sleep, and imbalanced hormones can lead to persistently high cortisol levels, which can contribute…
Maintaining balanced cortisol levels is essential for long-term health and stress resilience. Reducing cortisol-inducing environmental toxins is one powerful way to regain control of your health. Toxins come from various sources, many of which we interact with daily without even realizing it. Some of the most common sources include: Air pollution:…
Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone,” is a key player in our body’s response to stress. Released by the adrenal glands in response to physical or emotional stress, cortisol is designed to help us cope with immediate threats by increasing heart rate, blood sugar, and energy. However, when cortisol levels remain…
As mothers, it often feels like we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. From sleepless nights to the constant demands of children, work, and household responsibilities, our lives are full of daily stressors. What many of us don’t realize is the profound effect that…
As a mother, it’s easy to lose track of yourself. Between the daily demands of raising children, maintaining a household, and trying to carve out even a little bit of time for yourself, your own identity can feel like it’s slipping away. For many of us, especially as we approach milestones like…
We all know that nutrition plays a critical role in our health, especially as women and mothers. From boosting energy to balancing hormones and reducing stress, what we eat directly impacts how we feel. Unfortunately, in today’s fast-paced world, it’s nearly impossible to maintain a perfect, balanced diet every day. Additives in foods,…
Here’s a confession: My kids aren’t the background of my phone. I don’t have their pictures in my bedroom, and I never placed their photos on my desk at work. Sounds awful, right? Maybe even selfish. But the truth is, I was—and still am—on a journey to rediscover me. I wanted…
Let’s be real—every time I read the typical “How to care for yourself” lists, my initial reactions go something like this: Meditation: Yeah right, my mind is never quiet. Journaling: I already have enough to do. Exercise more: Okay, but when? Eat right: Seriously?? Sleep more: Did I not mention I have four…
Motherhood is often portrayed as a picturesque journey filled with joyous milestones, tender moments, and endless love. While many of these moments are indeed beautiful, the reality that many mothers face is much more complex. The struggle with perfectionism is a common challenge, as we juggle the demands of raising children,…
As a parent, it can often feel like you’re navigating a minefield of expectations—both from society and within yourself. In moments of frustration, like when you find yourself yelling at your two-year-old, it’s hard not to wonder how we got here. Why does parenting today seem so much more intense than…