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This week, we're continuing "The Essentials" — a throwback mini-series in honor of our 50th episode! Each episode in this 5-part series has been thoughtfully selected from the archives to illuminate a different foundational layer of women's health.
In this episode, I'm diving into a topic that plays a major role in your overall health but is often overlooked: blood sugar balance. Whether you deal with energy crashes, intense sugar cravings, mood swings, brain fog, stubborn weight gain—or if something just feels "off" and you're not sure what it is—your blood sugar could be the missing piece of the puzzle. I break down what blood sugar is, how it connects to everything (from metabolism and hormones to sleep and mood), and simple effective strategies to bring your body back into balance.
Resources:
• Personalized functional lab testing →
• [Free quiz] Which test is ideal for you? →
• Follow Tanya on Instagram for more →
In this episode:
02:51 — The basics of blood sugar balance
05:08 — Signs that your blood sugar is too high or too low
06:55 — Short vs long term effects of blood sugar dysregulation
09:32 — The connection between blood sugar and hormonal imbalance
11:50 — Simple nutrition tips to keep your blood sugar stable
14:19 — Lifestyle factors that have a positive impact
16:30 — How testing can help identify deeper imbalances
17:39 — Herbs and supplements to support blood sugar balance
19:09 — Practical daily steps you can take for healthy blood sugar
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
This week, we're continuing "The Essentials" — a throwback mini-series in honor of our 50th episode! Each episode in this 5-part series has been thoughtfully selected from the archives to illuminate a different foundational layer of women's health.
In this episode, we're diving into one of the most common (and overlooked) questions I hear from clients: "Are my symptoms actually normal?" I'm breaking down the most frequent signs of hormone imbalance I see in my practice—things like sugar cravings, bloating, fatigue, period pain, unpredictable moods, and more—and showing you what your body might really be trying to tell you. I walk you through the root causes behind these symptoms, including cortisol imbalances, blood sugar dysregulation, estrogen dominance, nutrient deficiencies, and thyroid dysfunction. If you've ever wondered whether your symptoms are actually connected, this episode will give you clarity, validation, and a path forward.
Resources:
• Personalized functional lab testing →
• [Free quiz] Which test is ideal for you? →
• Follow Tanya on Instagram for more →
In this episode:
02:59 — Unexplained weight gain (especially around the belly)
06:07 — The acne / skin connection with hormone shifts
09:24 — Intense cravings and what they mean
13:56 — Irregular cycles, painful cramps, heavy periods, PMS
18:43— How hormones affect your mood
21:08 — The gut-hormone connections, estrogen detox, and leaky gut triggers
24:56 — Hair loss or thinning (especially postpartum or post–birth control)
27:48 — Tired during the day, wired at night
30:01 — How your symptoms are all connected
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
This week kicks off "The Essentials" — a special throwback series in honor of our 50th episode!
Each episode in this 5-part series has been thoughtfully selected from the archives to illuminate a different foundational layer of women's health. From hormones and gut health to nervous system regulation and daily rhythm, these episodes will help you reconnect with your body, make sense of your symptoms, and start healing from the root.
In this week's episode, I reveal the story behind my own healing path. Throughout the episode, I recount pivotal moments in my life that fueled my healing process. I discuss my search for the root cause of my health issues and the limitations of conventional medicine in supporting me, eventually bringing me full circle to where I am today: helping other women navigate their own healing paths. I share the three key factors that helped me heal and the secrets I've learned along the way about the connections between mind, body, and soul. This episode is a raw and honest reflection on the winding path to healing and the magic that happens along the way.
Resources:
• Personalized functional lab testing →
• [Free quiz] Which test is ideal for you? →
• Follow Tanya on Instagram for more →
In this episode:
03:16 – Anatomy of a healing path
04:31 – What planted the seed for my own healing path
09:09 – The biggest holistic health takeaway
10:22 – Trauma bonding and dysfunctional relationships
11:23 – My divorce and its impact on my health
11:40 – Searching for the root cause of my health issues
12:26 – The limitations of conventional medicine
14:10 – The beginning of my deep healing
17:19 – Am I healed now?
18:07 – Reaching the breaking point
21:00 – The hard healing work begins
25:01 – The 3 factors that helped me deeply heal
25:34 – Finding the root cause
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
In this solo episode, I'm opening up about something I didn't expect to navigate at this point in my life—and something it feels like no one talks about: the return of old body image thoughts I truly thought I had healed. I share how years of inner work around food, weight, and self-worth helped me build a more loving relationship with my body—and why this stage of pregnancy has still brought up complex emotions I didn't see coming. We'll talk about how shifting beauty standards and wellness trends can distort our sense of "health," what it's felt like to live in a rapidly changing body, and what I'm doing to stay grounded through it all. Plus, a little update on what's coming to the podcast as I start to wind down and get ready to meet my baby.
Resources:
• Personalized functional lab testing →
• [Free quiz] Which test is ideal for you? →
• Follow Tanya on Instagram for more →
In this episode:
01:05 – Body image during pregnancy
03:11 – How my body image evolved over time
04:24 – Societal pressure and body trends
06:49 – Learning to love my body
11:50 – How photos are bringing things up
16:54 – Maternity leave plans + what's coming next
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
In this "best of" highlights episode, I'm sharing the most listened-to moments from your favorite episodes this season. You'll revisit insights on hormone imbalances, preparing for pregnancy, environmental toxins, and how to truly support your cycle from the inside out. These clips cover the exact strategies I use in my own life and with clients to support fertility, energy, and long-term hormone health. Whether you're trying to conceive, regulate your cycle, or just get to the root of symptoms like acne, fatigue, or weight gain—this episode will help you reconnect with what your body is trying to tell you.
Resources:
• Get to the bottom of your symptoms →
• Let's connect on instagram →
In this episode:
01:40 — How I prepared my body for pregnancy
09:47 — The most common hormonal symptoms I see
17:21 — Natural ways to detox your home
25:06 — Is it actually estrogen dominance?
33:38 — How to naturally support ovulation
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
In this final episode of the fertility mini-series, I'm answering your questions about preparing for conception, navigating pregnancy, and recovering postpartum. We'll cover everything from how long you should spend prepping your body before trying to conceive, to whether you really need to cut out coffee and wine, to the best age for conception. We'll also talk about postpartum hormone testing, whether anxiety months after birth is normal, and my top supplement recommendations for pregnancy.
P.S. If you're looking for your own fertility roadmap, I'd love to invite you to my free live fertility masterclass — where you'll learn how to prepare for pregnancy naturally and uncover exactly why your body might be holding back. Hope to see you there!
Resources:
• Free fertility masterclass →
• Personalized fertility + hormone testing →
• Follow on Instagram for more →
In this episode:
02:30 – Coffee, alcohol + fertility
04:51 – How long to prep before TTC
07:26 – Can I still conceive with PCOS or irregular cycles?
09:49 – Top supplement recommendations for pregnancy
14:33 – Low iron & vitamin D
16:09 – Fear of miscarriage after loss
17:42 – Postpartum anxiety
19:04 – When to test hormones postpartum
20:19 – How soon to try for another baby
21:16 – Best age to conceive?
23:23 – Getting your partner on board
26:07 – Free fertility masterclass coming soon
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
This is the fourth episode of our fertility mini-series and we're discussing a season of pregnancy that's often dismissed: postpartum. I break down what's happening in your body after the birth—from the hormonal crash to thyroid shifts, nutrient depletion, and gut changes—and why healing takes far longer than six weeks. We'll talk about the signs your body may still be in recovery, how to nourish yourself through this phase, and the functional lab tests I use with clients to map out their healing. The focus is not on "bouncing back"—rather rebuilding with the intention and care you deserve.
Resources:
• Message me your questions! →
• Personalized fertility + hormone testing →
In this episode:
01:05 – Why postpartum is not a six-week window
04:37 – A dramatic change in your hormones after birth
05:55 – What your body prioritizes in early recovery
06:51 – Mid-postpartum: fatigue, cycle changes, & nutrient depletion
10:47 – How labs can support postpartum healing: hormones, thyroid, gut, nutrients (resource)
14:27 – Rebuilding from the inside out: nutrition, gut, adrenals
17:30 – Dismantling the "bounce back" myth
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
Fertility Mini-Series, Ep 3: Holistic Pregnancy Support Through Every Trimester
Welcome back to our Fertility mini-series! Today we're diving into pregnancy—from a truly functional and holistic lens. Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to conceive, or just want to better understand what happens during this season, this episode is for you. We walk through each trimester – breaking down the key hormonal shifts, functional lab markers to track, nutrient priorities, and supportive lifestyle practices that will help you feel more balanced throughout pregnancy. You'll learn how to catch early deficiencies, what your OB might be missing in standard labs, and how to nourish and protect your body during this incredibly transformative season.
Resources:
• Message me your questions! →
• Personalized fertility + hormone testing →
In this episode:
01:05 – Pregnancy from a functional perspective
02:15 – First trimester hormone shifts and symptoms
03:42 – Key nutrients to check in early pregnancy (resource)
05:26 – Nervous system and lifestyle support
07:02 – What's happening in the second trimester
08:07 – Thyroid, nutrients, glucose testing (resource)
09:24 – Core nutrients in the second trimester
10:28 – Lifestyle adjustments to make
11:16 – Third trimester shifts: estrogen, oxytocin, prolactin
11:48 – Nutritional priorities in the third trimester
12:54 – Preparing your body for birth + postpartum
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
In this second episode of the Fertility Mini-Series, we're exploring one of the most essential markers of reproductive and hormonal health: ovulation. So many women assume that having a period means they're ovulating—but that's not always the case. Today we unpack how to know if you're truly ovulating, what signs suggest suboptimal ovulation, and why this matters even if you're not actively trying to conceive. I also share the top nutrients and lifestyle shifts that support egg quality, how stress and blood sugar impact your cycle, and what functional lab tests can reveal about your hormone patterns. Whether your goal is fertility or simply feeling better in your body, this episode will help you understand what your cycle is really telling you—and how to support it with a more root-cause approach.
Resources:
• Message me your questions! →
• Personalized fertility + hormone testing →
In this episode:
01:05 – The real "main event" of your cycle
02:32 – Understanding ovulation
03:36 – How to know if you're actually ovulating
05:21 – Signs that your ovulation is suboptimal or missing
06:34 – Nutrition + key nutrients for ovulation & egg health
8:30 – Lifestyle shifts that support ovulation naturally
10:21 – Supplements + herbs for egg health
11:55 – Labs to explore if ovulation is suboptimal (resource: functional lab testing)
13:39 – Why ovulation matters beyond fertility
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
First episode of our Fertility Mini-Series! And we're starting with the first phase—preconception. Whether you're actively trying to conceive, planning for pregnancy down the road, or simply want to feel more balanced in your menstrual cycle, this conversation will help you understand what your body truly needs to feel safe, nourished, and ready for fertility. I'm breaking down why fertility is a reflection of your overall health, the key differences between infertility and subfertility, and how stress, inflammation, gut health, hormone balance, and nutrient imbalances can sneakily block your body's natural rhythms. I also walk you through practical, root-cause ways to "fertilize the soil before planting the seed"—so your body can do what it was naturally designed to do.
Resources:
• Message me your questions! →
• Personalized fertility + hormone testing →
In this episode:
01:05 – Intro to the fertility mini-series
02:48 – Fertility is critical for your health as a woman
05:03 – Infertility vs. subfertility explained
07:38 – Gut health's impact on fertility
11:10 – Key aspects of hormone health for fertility
15:53 – Detoxing to support hormone balance
18:01 – The effects of stress & nervous system regulation
19:15 – Stabilizing blood sugar
20:24 – Top functional labs for preconception (resource: functional lab testing)
22:26 – Putting it all together
I'm so grateful to have you here, friend. If you love the show, be sure to follow and leave me a review. New episodes drop every Friday!
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