So I asked Charlotte to come and have a chat with us on the podcast here to talk about self care, boundaries and how important it is that we focus on putting ourselves first, especially as a mother. 

We have a really lovely conversation about;

• how much work we as mothers do, and how many hats we wear
• how important it is to prioritize our self care
• how to put boundaries in place.

Charlotte is a holistic health coach who works mostly with rural woman and she helps them to create sustainable lifestyles so they can leave behind the overwhelm and their fatigue. She believes self-care is essential for everyone and needs to be prioritized for creating a balance, fulfilment and optimal wellbeing.  She runs retreats. She runs circles. She is one incredible woman and I am so excited for you to hear from her!

 

You can find Charlotte @charlotte.heald

Or her website www.charlotteheald.com

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/12

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👉 Be inspired for REST by flicking through The Big Book of Rest 

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& if you don't have Instagram then email me [email protected]

 

 

 

 

Here is a really inspiring, and informative podcast about the effects of blood sugar on our body. I talk to blood sugar expert Brandee Hommerding about all things blood sugar, and how we can lessen the effects of it. 

In this episode we covered;

• What is blood sugar
• Why we don't want to be stressing out our bodies with crazy bloodsugar levels
• The effect on our hormones (esp testosterone)
• The link between blood sugar and acne
• Top tips to reduce the effect of blood sugar (and they are totally doable!) 

 

Connect with Brandee;

@beecollectivewellness

https://www.beecollectivewellness.com/

Get her blood sugar course 👉 Blood Sugar Savvy

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/11 

Let's get your hormones balanced:

👉 Take the Hormone Quiz

👉 Be inspired for REST by flicking through The Big Book of Rest 

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👩‍💻 Check out my website

& if you don't have Instagram then email me [email protected]

 

 

 

In this episode I'm joined for (the first ever guest on this podcast!) Ri! From Women's collective consciousness.

Meet Ri, a menstrual cycle coach, yogi, and pilates enthusiast who holds wellness at her core.

As a loving mother, she opens up conversations around periods, inspiring not just women but also the men in her life.

 

In this episode we cover:

• How Ri's Mother gave her a positive outlook on periods from the start
• How to have open conversations with our children (especially our sons)
• How to empower our Men to step up and help us when we need it
• The transition from Maiden to Mother 
• How and WHY you want to rest on your period

 

Want more?

Connect with Ri on Instagram

Or download her free 'how to start cycle chart'

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/10 

Let's get your hormones balanced:

👉 Take the Hormone Quiz

👉 Be inspired for REST by flicking through The Big Book of Rest 

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👩‍💻 Check out my website

& if you don't have Instagram then email me [email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

 

As I reminisce about my teenage years, I am reminded of the rollercoaster ride of emotions and experiences that defined that time. The laughter, the tears, and the confusion were all part of the journey. But little did I know, that my hormones were at play. And these beautiful hormones were influencing my moods. Now as I look back - I know that the times everything was smooth nd well - I was likely ovulating. And the times I slammed the door, yelled and answered back to my parents - I was probably in the Wild Woman phase of my cycle. Oh if only I knew back then what I know now....

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Understand what is a normal length period for a teenager (it's different from us)

• Learn the signs to look out for to predict when your daughter will get her period

• Know how to best support your daughter as she navigates this transition

• Feel confident in knowing how to guide her

• Learn the importance of knowing and living in alignment with your own cycle

• Know when to reach out to me if your daughter (or you) need support with her cycle

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/9 

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Check out my website

& if you don't have Instagram then email me [email protected]

 

 

 

Join the waitlist for Cherish Your Cycle - www.moniquedickson.com/cherish 

Rememeber 👉 you get MY eyes on your hormonal symptoms and a personalised plan if you're on the waitlist.

My DM's are open this week (because I'm about to ovulate and my estrogen is HIGH) - so DM me at @moniquedickson_

 

Explore the journey of rebalancing hormones and understanding your cycle as Monique shares the formula behind her signature program, Cherish Your Cycle. Learn that it's not a one size fits all when it comes to hormones, as we are complex and different, but following a general guide (that is adaptable) can be the easiest and most efficient way to get there.

 

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Uncover that hormonal imbalance in mothers is not her fault - just think about all her body has been through!

• Learn that understanding your unique hormonal needs can help you be a more present mother

• Discover the actionable steps you can take towards rebalancing your hormones and understand your menstrual cycle

• Join the WAITLIST for the opening of Cherish Your Cycle (and get Monique's eyes on your hormonal symptoms, and a personalise plan fromher)

• Understand the importance of making sustainable changes for long-term hormonal balance.

 

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/8 

 

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This week starting on Sunday 23rd July we start The Ovulation Conversation - a FREE 5 day coaching week

If you want to be a part of it - head to www.moniquedickson.com/ovulation 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a week of high value live trainings. During which, I wont be holding anything back. ​You'll come away with breakthroughs in your hormonal and emotional health - and a clear plan on how to get there.

About the episode:

The realization that ovulation was more than just a monthly inconvenience, more than just a means to conceive, it was, in fact, an important component of our overall health, was both overwhelming and empowering. Ovulation wasn't just about making babies, it was about making us, women, function at our best, physically and mentally. Ovulation was not just about creating life, it was about maintaining our own.

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Fertility Awareness Educator (FAM) : - https://www.instagram.com/fertilityawarenessproject/?hl=en

Tempdrop (get 10% off with my link)  - http://tempdrop.refr.cc/moniquedickson1

Sign up to The Ovulation Conversation - www.moniquedickson.com/ovulation 

Cycle tracker for temperature charting - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-gFk7wbyBR8-s5knFwdideLZ6aTqfF_C/view?usp=drive_link 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/7 

 

 

 

Let's get your hormones balanced:

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& if you don't have Instagram then email me [email protected]

 

 

Are you ready to gain a deeper understanding of your menstrual cycles and discover the insights to make life easier? Are you curious about how connecting patterns and insights within your cycle can lead to a deeper self-awareness and making choices to make life easier? Look no further! In this episode, I explain the steps you can take to go even deeper into understanding your cycle. 

 

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/6

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In this episode of The Hormonally Balanced Mothers Podcast, join me as I dive into the importance of tracking your menstrual cycle and discovering valuable insights about your body. Learn how to do it in under 1 min a day, and make it sustainable so you can do it every day.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Choose the best type of menstrual cycle tracking for you (because there is no wrong way to do it)

• Know what to write/type when it comes to tracking your cycle

• Understand why we need to do this as women for our health - physical and mental

• Prepare you for next weeks episode which is on how to interpret your notes

 

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 - Introduction, 00:01:43 - Part 1: Recording Your Cycle, 00:03:59 - Why Track Your Cycle, 00:08:27 - Tracking Options and What to Write, 00:12:41 - Ways to Check in with Your Cycle, 00:13:29 - Using a Red Pen on Bleed Days, 00:14:29 - Full Body Check-in, 00:16:19 - Knowing Your Hardest Day, 00:17:19 - Looking for Patterns and Living in Alignment,

 

👉 FREE cycle tracker - https://www.moniquedickson.com/cycletracker

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/5

 

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If you're feeling frustrated and defeated by irregular periods, unpredictable mood swings, and unexplained weight gain, then you are not alone! You may have already tried various birth control methods, changing your diet, and exercising more, but these solutions haven't improved your menstrual health. Instead, you're left feeling helpless, hopeless, and ashamed that your body isn't functioning as it should. It's time to break the cycle of disappointment and take control of your health by understanding what a 'normal' cycle truly is and how to achieve hormonal balance.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the crucial connection between the menstrual cycle and hormonal balance for optimal health.

• Uncover the ideal length of a menstrual cycle and its significance.

• Learn about the consistency, colour, and flow of menstrual fluid, and how it can reveal important health insights.

• Get insights on emotional symptoms and pain during menstruation, and what they're trying to tell you.

• Realize the benefits of tracking your menstrual cycle for overall wellness and its bigger impact.

There's no period without ovulation. - Monique Dickson

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Track your ovulation using a thermometer with two decimal places.

• Aim for at least three to seven days of bleeding for a healthy period.

• Consult a healthcare professional if your period lasts longer than seven days or if you experience spotting.

• Maintain a healthy menstrual cycle length of 25 to 35 days.

• Monitor the consistency and color of your menstrual fluid, aiming for a consistency like maple syrup and dark red blood in the middle of your cycle.

• Use at least 30 to 50 mils of menstrual fluid during your period, equivalent to six to ten regular-sized pads or tampons.

• Consider using a menstrual cup to easily monitor the amount of menstrual fluid lost.

• Seek medical advice if you experience symptoms of low estrogen, such as dryness in the vagina, painful sex, low libido, joint pain, anxiety, or disturbed sleep.

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/4

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So you ALL get cramps, let's get rid of them shall we?

 

There are some things you need to know like WHY you get cramps, and what level of pain is OK to have and what is not OK.

 

 

Grab the FREE cramp checklist at www.moniquedickson.com/cramps

 

 

Show notes at - www.moniquedickson.com/3

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