Fertility, Pregnancy, & Period Tips: Hormone Health Class

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Meal planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, rigid, or like another thing on your already full plate.

In this guest episode, Vanda is joined by Jenny Eden Berk, eating psychology coach, culinary nutritionist, and bestselling author of The Body Image Blueprint, for a refreshing conversation about making meal prep easier, more flexible, and more enjoyable—especially for busy families.

Together, they dive into:

• How to simplify meal planning by pre-deciding decisions instead of relying on willpower at 4 p.m.
• Practical strategies for meal prep when time, energy, and motivation are low
• How to plan and prep meals when you’re navigating picky eaters, sensory sensitivities, or different dietary needs within one household
• Ways to reduce mental load using tools like meal “kits,” sauces, and flavor profiles
• Why mindset matters just as much as organization when it comes to consistent meal prep
• How to make the kitchen a more supportive, enjoyable space—for you and your kids

Jenny also shares her favorite tools for mindful meal planning, including containers, kitchen shortcuts, and how involving kids in the process can actually make meals easier over time. Plus, she introduces a powerful recipe and meal-planning resource designed to help you cut down on decision fatigue and build meals around your real-life needs.

If meal prep has felt stressful, all-or-nothing, or simply unsustainable, this episode will help you rethink the process in a way that feels doable, nourishing, and supportive of your nervous system.

Listen in for practical tips you can start using this week to make easy meal prep work for your life—not against it.

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In this hormone audit episode, Vanda breaks down the root causes behind persistent fatigue, poor sleep, and body composition changes for Tanya, a 42-year-old woman who feels stuck in survival mode rather than thriving.

Tanya shares that she falls asleep easily but consistently wakes between 2–4 a.m. and struggles to get back to sleep, leaving her exhausted during the day and depleted by the time she gets home from work. Despite eating and moving similarly to how she always has, her weight is slowly increasing, her strength feels diminished, and her energy is at an all-time low.

In this episode, Vanda walks through Tanya’s symptoms step by step, connecting nighttime waking to blood sugar instability, cortisol release, and mineral depletion. She highlights how under-fueling in the morning, low protein intake, and relying on coffee for energy can create a cascade of issues that impact sleep, metabolism, and hormones over time.

You’ll hear practical, foundational recommendations including:

• Why waking between 2–4 a.m. is often a blood sugar and mineral issue
• How breakfast protein can dramatically improve energy and sleep
• The role of minerals in hydration, energy, and nighttime waking
• Why muscle loss and metabolic slowdown become more noticeable in your 40s
• Simple supplement considerations without overdoing it
• When to consider labs like a full iron panel to rule out hidden deficiencies

This episode is especially helpful for women who don’t have a diagnosis but know something feels off—those who are tired all the time, struggling with sleep, and worried that this is “just part of getting older.”

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not sick, but I’m definitely not thriving,” this hormone audit will resonate deeply and give you a clear starting point for change.

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**Take my Period Report Card Quiz Today**
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Understanding the color of your period blood is one of the simplest—but most overlooked—ways to get insight into your hormone health. In this episode, Vanda breaks down exactly what each color can mean, what’s normal, and what might be a sign of imbalance.

You’ll learn:

•  Why brown blood at the start or end of your period can be normal—but what it means if it appears throughout
•  The difference between healthy bright red flow and pale pink or orange bleeding
•  What large or frequent clots may signal about estrogen levels
•  The concerning colors (like gray) that may indicate infection or require further evaluation
•  How your period color reflects the health of your uterine lining, ovulation, and overall hormonal balance

Plus, Vanda introduces her brand-new Period Report Card Quiz—a fast, 9-question tool that helps you understand what your symptoms really mean and whether your hormones need support.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, navigating postpartum cycles, or simply want healthier, easier periods, this episode gives you the clarity you didn’t know you needed.

Tune in, take the quiz, and start understanding your cycle on a deeper level.

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If you’ve ever wondered whether a VBAC birth is possible—or safe—this episode is for you. Today, Vanda sits down with Petra Cruz, a birth doula, VBAC educator, and mindset coach who had her own empowering VBAC after three prior C-sections.

Petra breaks down everything women need to know about VBAC births, including:

•  What a VBAC actually is (and the many forms it can take)
•  How to start exploring your VBAC options—whether pregnant or planning ahead
•  The real, evidence-based risks (including the truth about uterine rupture)
•  Why choosing the right provider and birth location matters
•  How your “why” influences your birth experience more than anything else

Petra also shares how hospitals, home birth midwives, and providers differ in their VBAC policies—and how to advocate for the birth experience you want.

You’ll also hear about her Journey to VBAC membership, the community and expert-led support she created to help moms feel informed, confident, and empowered every step of the way.

Whether you’re preparing for a VBAC birth or simply want to understand your options, this episode is packed with knowledge, validation, and hope.

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$50 off a Hormone Audit + 1 Free month inside the Wellness with Vanda Club. Deal ends at midnight on December 2nd 2025

If you’ve ever wished you could understand your hormone patterns in real time—without lab work, pricey testing, or guessing—this episode is going to blow your mind.

Today, Vanda shares her first hands-on experience using the Mira Hormone Monitor, a powerful at-home tool that tracks LH, estrogen, progesterone, and FSH with simple urine test wands. She breaks down exactly how it works, who it’s best for, and how she’s using it in her own cycle tracking routine.

Inside the episode, you’ll learn:

• How Mira can help you confirm ovulation and understand your fertility window
• Why this tool is perfect for women TTC, navigating hormone symptoms, or moving through perimenopause
• The difference between each type of Mira test wand (and which one Vanda recommends)
• How the Mira app interprets your hormone levels and helps you track symptoms, BBT, cervical mucus, and more
• How often you really need to test (hint: not daily!)
• Why Mira may be a more accessible option than DUTCH testing for certain women
• How Vanda plans to incorporate Mira with clients starting in 2026

Plus, Vanda walks through Mira’s current Black Friday deals and the exclusive practitioner discount codes she can share—making this one of the most affordable times to grab the device.

At the end of the episode, you’ll also hear details about Vanda’s Black Friday hormone audit special, including $50 off and one month free inside the Wellness With Vanda Club.

If you’re trying to conceive, managing PMS/PMDD, moving through perimenopause, or just want a clearer picture of your hormone health, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Tune in and explore the future of hormone tracking—right from your home.

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into another Hormone Audit—and this time, we're unpacking the case of Erika, a 40-year-old mom navigating irregular cycles, stubborn weight gain, high stress, poor sleep, and symptoms tied to PCOS and perimenopause.

You’ll hear Vanda walk through Erika’s full hormone audit, including her top concerns, daily habits, sleep struggles, nutrition patterns, supplement list, and stress load. Then, Vanda breaks down what’s likely driving her symptoms and shares practical, personalized recommendations to help regulate cycles, improve sleep, reduce stress, and support hormone balance during this stage of life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why irregular cycles + midsection weight gain often point to deeper hormone shifts
• The connection between nighttime waking, blood sugar, cortisol, and mineral balance
• How caffeine habits may be worsening fatigue and cycle symptoms
• What to look for in magnesium, calcium, and multivitamin supplements
• How to simplify exercise when you're a busy mom with no free time
• The early signs of perimenopause—at age 40 and beyond
• When to consider functional testing like DUTCH or HTMA

Whether you’re in your late 30s, early 40s, or dealing with similar symptoms, you’ll walk away with tons of practical insights you can apply immediately.

As always, remember: supplements and recommendations should be reviewed with your own provider before making changes.

Tune in and take notes—this one is full of actionable takeaways!

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 🎟️ Free Live Training: Uncovering the Truth: Why Your Period Pain Isn’t Normal (and How Functional Testing Can Help)
Wednesday, November 12 at 10:30 AM CT or 7:00 PM CT (replay available).
 

Register here (https://tidycal.com/vanda/hormonetraining); can’t attend live? Sign up to get the replay—and you can submit your question by email beforehand. 

Feeling the “screw it, I’ll start in January” vibes creeping in? In this episode, Vanda shares five simple, realistic guidelines to help you enjoy the season and protect your energy, hormones, and blood sugar—without guilt or perfection.

You’ll learn how to:

• Audit your calendar so six true “holiday” days don’t derail two months
• Anchor your day with a high-protein breakfast (even on feast days)
• Balance festive meals with smart, low-lift choices at the other meals
• Ditch restriction and enjoy your family’s once-a-year favorites—guilt-free
• Use hydration and movement to beat bloat, stabilize energy, and recover faster

Plus: a powerful reminder that what you do today shapes your period 90–100 days from now. Future-you will thank you in January, February, and March.

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Ever wondered what a postpartum doula actually does—and how they can make early motherhood easier?

In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, co-author of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, and host of Ask the Doulas. Kristin shares what doulas do (beyond labor support), the difference between birth and postpartum doulas, and how they provide emotional, physical, and educational care for new moms.

We cover what to expect when hiring a doula, how to find one in your area, and even ways families can budget or use employer benefits to make postpartum support more accessible.

If you’re preparing for birth—or in the thick of postpartum life—this conversation will help you feel seen, supported, and better equipped for the journey ahead.

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In this week’s episode, I’m walking through a real-life hormone audit for Micah—a 21-year-old mom struggling with irregular cycles, hair growth, stubborn weight, and poor sleep since ending her breastfeeding journey.

We break down her symptoms, lifestyle habits, and possible underlying hormone imbalances—including signs that point toward PCOS and cortisol dysregulation. You’ll hear how I evaluate cases like this, what patterns I look for, and which next steps (like HTMA or DUTCH testing) can bring clarity and relief.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your fatigue, irregular cycles, or PMS are “just normal postpartum,” this episode will help you understand what your body might be trying to tell you—and what to do next.

🎧 Tune in to learn how small, strategic changes (and the right testing) can make a big difference in your hormone health.

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