You’re eating clean, working out, and doing “all the right things” yet you still feel exhausted, anxious, moody, bloated, or stuck at the same weight. Sound familiar?

In this episode of Hopeful Hints, Dr. Tara breaks down the sneaky signs of hormone imbalance that are often dismissed, why they happen, and practical steps you can take to start feeling like you again.

From progesterone and estrogen shifts to thyroid, cortisol, and insulin resistance, Dr. Tara helps you decode your body’s red flags so you can finally get the answers and support you deserve.

💡 Your symptoms are not “just in your head”, they’re your body’s way of asking for help.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs. 

Tired of being told “everything is normal” when deep down, something feels off? In this week’s episode of Hopeful Hints, Dr. Tara talks about the Top 5 lab tests every woman should advocate for, even when doctors say you’re fine. These tests go beyond the basics and dig into the most overlooked pieces of your health puzzle:

Thyroid panel – not just TSH, but Free T3, Free T4, and antibodies.

Sex hormone testing – including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.

Blood sugar & insulin markers – like fasting insulin and A1C, crucial for energy and weight balance.

Ferritin & full iron panel – because low iron isn’t always anemia, but it is always exhausting.

Vitamin D & B levels – essential nutrients that impact mood, immunity, and more.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed or unheard, this episode is your reminder: you’re not imagining it and there are answers.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

In this episode, Dr. Tara Harding sits down with Dr. Liz Jones to talk about a rarely discussed part of men’s health — The Pelvic Floor. They break down how it impacts strength, sexual function, and everyday comfort.

They also touch on how pelvic tightness or nerve issues can lead to pain or sexual dysfunction and why mental health matters just as much.

It’s a real, honest conversation encouraging men to speak up and take charge of their health.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

In this empowering episode, Dr. Tara Harding guides you through what to expect during menopause and how to thrive—not just survive—this transition. Menopause isn’t a decline, it’s a transition into wisdom, power, and clarity.

In this episode, we bust myths about menopause, explain what’s happening in your body, and explore treatment options from lifestyle changes to hormone therapy based on the latest research.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

Keywords: menopause symptoms, HRT safety, perimenopause, bioidentical hormones, menopause support, women's health

Your body may be whispering long before it screams. In this episode, Dr. Tara walk through subtle signs of infertility that often get overlooked — like short luteal phases, fatigue, acne, painful sex, and more.

Learn what they could mean and what labs to ask for before it's too late.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

PMDD is not just “bad PMS” — it’s a debilitating, hormone-triggered mood disorder that affects millions of women and is often misdiagnosed or dismissed.

In this episode, we break down what PMDD really is, how it shows up, how to track it, and treatment options that actually help.

Dr. Tara Harding shares what PMDD really is, how to track it, and the treatment options that can change lives.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

Have you been told everything is "normal" but you're still not pregnant? You're not alone!

This episode breaks down why unexplained infertility is often a lazy diagnosis, and what underlying issues may actually be going undiagnosed, like endometriosis, thyroid dysfunction, or sperm quality.

In this episode, Dr. Tara Harding explains why “unexplained infertility” is often a missed diagnosis and what you should really be testing for.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

Join fertility expert Dr. Tara Harding as she breaks down everything you need to know about the causes, testing, and treatment of male infertility.

Male infertility is on the rise — and yet, it's rarely talked about. In this episode, we explore the root causes of declining sperm health, from lifestyle and environmental toxins to medical conditions like varicocele and hormonal imbalances.

Learn how to get tested, what solutions exist, and why male fertility should be part of every fertility conversation.

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

Teenagers should not be missing school, sports, or social events because of period pain, but many do. Endometriosis often starts in the teenage years, yet most girls are told their pain is normal or just part of puberty. In this episode, we discuss:

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe period pain, early diagnosis can make a difference. Message me for help finding an endometriosis specialist.

Think you might have endometriosis? Take the Endometriosis Quiz!

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.  

Many women with endometriosis are diagnosed with IBS, food sensitivities, or SIBO, yet treatments for these conditions often do not work. The real issue may be endometriosis affecting the gut. In this episode, we cover:

If you have digestive issues along with period pain, this episode is essential.

Message me to start your gut healing journey.

Think you might have endometriosis? Take the Endometriosis Quiz!

Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment tailored to your individual needs.