Cycleway

Welcome back to our hormone mini-series! Following our deep dive into estrogen, Part 2 unravels the mysteries of progesterone – arguably the TRUE 'female hormone,’ crucial for a healthy cycle and beyond. Unfortunately, most women aren’t making adequate levels of progesterone , or even know that it even exists. It’s time to give it the spotlight it deserves with its key role in your cycle and o...

Ever wonder what's really going on with your hormones? In Part 1 of our hormone mini series, we’re diving deep into everything you need to know about ESTROGEN ( spoiler alert : Despite what you might hear, estrogen isn't the enemy!) We’ll dive into: The different types of estrogen (natural and synthetic) How estrogen is made, used, and eliminated by your body Understanding “estrogen dumpin...

Navigating the world of supplements can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we cut through the confusion to explore the crucial question: Do you really need supplements to support your health? How often have you been told you're deficient and handed a bottle of pills without a deeper conversation? We'll discuss the importance of trusting the safety and quality of what you're taking, if...

Imagine making health decisions – about birth control, pregnancy, and beyond – from a place of unwavering confidence and deep faith, not fear. Join Caroline Bomer and guest Taylor Shelabarger as we explore how on this episode of the flourish & flow podcast. How often have you felt like your concerns were brushed off, leaving you with limited options and decisions you later regretted? How diffe...

What  does it really mean to prepare your body and mind for pregnancy? In this deeply personal episode, I'm opening up about my own fertility journey – how charting my cycle prepared me for conception, navigating 2 early miscarriages with hope, and now being 7 months pregnant. I’ll walk you through the timeline of how both my husband & I prepared for conscious conception, how long it reall...

Tired of all-day fatigue, PMS, caffeine dependence, melatonin reliance, and burnout? It's time to check your circadian rhythm. If you’ve ever wondered why your hormones (cortisol, progesterone, melatonin, thyroid, etc.) are out of balance , consider the stark difference between our ancestors' natural light exposure and our modern lives filled with artificial LED lights and limited sunlight. Since...

Welcome back for Season 2! Ready to reclaim easy cycles & vibrant health? This is the “basics blueprint” to know what signs of health to look for and the simple steps to start taking to feel your best with regular, symptom-free periods, all-day energy, lower cortisol & stress levels, and overall hormonal balance. We're going back to the foundational habits around nourishing food, suppo...

How does your cycle impact your relationship? Is it a roller coaster of struggle, or does it naturally flow and bring you closer together? (Spoiler: Your cycle can deepen & strengthen your connection and trust with your partner) My husband, Hayden, & I discuss how our relationship has evolved- from when we were dating and he first found out I was on birth control for period problems, to ho...

How do you navigate accurate cycle charting after giving birth with all the changes in your body? What's happening to your hormones? What's normal? Dr. Crisia Tabacaru joins us today, sharing her expertise as both a fertility & cycle charting educator and as a mother who has used FAM herself when postpartum (twice!) We discuss... What happens hormonally from your normal cycle to pregna...

Cycle syncing your workouts with each of your 4 phases might just be your missing piece to a better, easier period. If you haven't heard already, your cycle impacts your fitness, including your performance & even your risk of injury. The same workout is going to impact you differently depending on where you're at in your cycle. BUT, here's the catch- "Cycle Syncing" isn&#...

Your period can tell you a ton about your gut, inflammation, stress, and hormone balance. But how? It's no secret I talk (& think) about periods a LOT. As someone who is still in the middle of her hormone healing journey, this is what goes through my head. Listen in as I peel back the curtain on what I look for, how I dive into symptoms, and decode my period so I can take the next steps to...

You may have heard of Endometriosis, but have you heard of its twin, Adenomyosis? Jackie Denham shares her journey from struggling with extreme abdominal pain for months & multiple ER visits until finally she found a doctor who would listen and help. While her case is extremely rare (even among those who do have Adenomyosis), she offers a great deal of wisdom and hope when healing doesn't...

Despite what you've likely been told, pain isn't normal. Whether it's painful sex or painful periods, we're here to help coach you through it. Hanna Ward, host of the Say What? Podcast , is an advocate for women to have confident, shame-free, pain-free sex! She empowers Christian women to overcome toxic purity culture through her podcast and Instagram community. We dive into her st...

What do you do when fertility treatments work the first time, but not the second? Holly Boyd was told that she just "didn't ovulate", so she wouldn't be able to have children naturally. She did treatments to conceive their first and it worked, but when it came time to have their second, it didn't. They were also in the middle of moving across the country and no longer had the...

After discussing PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) in Part 1, we pick up right where we left off and transition into Elizabeth's story with infertility and later on we discuss her work as a sex educator, where she shares about birth control options & menstrual cycles (the way they should really be taught!) We discuss some common myths about fertility, how impactful male fertility is, and the...

As much as experts can teach us about niche topics in women's health, I also believe that there is a unique kind of value in hearing individual stories from women who have experienced things firsthand. It helps us realize that we aren't alone in our struggles.   Elizabeth, a friend I met through Instagram, generously offered to share her story about PMDD & infertility (which we cover i...

Choosing a birth control method is arguably a major decision that almost every woman has to make at some point. So why aren't we better educated on our options?   What form of birth control is best for YOU? What are the risks to hormonal birth control (that your Dr. likely won't tell you)? Is "natural" family planning for everyone? Why or why not? Since I personally am not (yet)...

Simply put, women with menstrual cycles aren't typically included in research because our cycles are "too complicated" to study. After being heavily involved in research in my undergraduate program, I can't stay quiet as I see post after post on social media of people misinterpreting research, manipulating numbers, and not using reliable sources. Even if you aren't a science...

There's a LOT more to your pelvic floor than peeing your pants & kegels- it can even be connected to your period! As a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Madi helps women and men with pelvic floor dysfunction by providing treatment and education to address sexual dysfunction, hip/low back pain, urinary/bowel incontinence, constipation, painful menstrual cycles, and much more. Her goal is to...

Back in January when I asked who you'd like to see on the podcast, Faith was the #1 recommendation, and it's no surprise why! She's one of the sweetest friends I've met through Instagram and one of my personal favorite accounts to keep up with.   Faith is a "product girl" when it comes to makeup & beauty. But as she started learning about endocrine disruptors, she sta...

What do your gut, hormones, and nutrition have in common? Much more than you think! If you're looking for a jump-start to understanding how to support your hormones and your gut, you've found the right space. Eva, a health coach with her Master's in Functional Nutrition, shares what she's learned in her education and her personal experience with her clients as she's helped them...

We get it, here's a LOT to learn when it comes to your cycle, and it doesn't help that all we were told is that awful periods are totally normal. So what's the truth? Your cycle is a beautiful thing and vital for your overall health. As Kylah shares in this episode, "Every phase should be enjoyable." (Yes, even your period!) Kylah also shares her personal journey after being...

Welcome to the Cycleway Podcast my friend! Stories are powerful. Before we dive into other women's stories this season, I wanted to share my own. Listen in as I tell my story from my first period, to my trips to the hospital for extremely painful periods, to now having experienced 3 pain-free periods. I couldn't be where I am today without God's guidance, Hayden's support, and the...