With social distancing becoming the new normal and many states now ordering a shelter in place mandate, many families are getting stuck at home together with no place to escape. With school being canceled and babysitters not being able to help families because of health and safety reasons, families are now trying to work from home, care for their children, manage their relationship, connect with loved ones via phone calls, and not lose their minds. I do not know about you but after a month of stay in place order, I almost lost it. Today's episode I share some of the ups and downs I've been experiencing with social distancing and how I coped with it. I hope my story sheds some light that we are all human, we all have those moments, and that we will get through this together. Meditation + Tea  Feel free to contact me if you need someone to talk to by sending me an email at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com I am here for you.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

Balanced Hormones, Balanced Life

95: How To Maintain your Sanity During this Pandemic

I am in the process of creating my birthing team for Baby Smith and wanted to share with you some tips and information to help you decide who you would like on your team. My birthing team consists of my OB/GYN which might switch to a midwife depending on where I decide to birth, my doula who I absolutely love, and my partner. Additional support includes my massage therapist, acupuncturist, and my chiropractor for the much-needed self-care and to assist in induction if needed. Check out today's episode to learn more about how to build your birthing team. I want to hear from you...who is on your birthing team? _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com. Grab a copy of my new book "Oh my Health....There is Hope" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855CFWNF Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielopezgilmore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonologist www.stephanielopezgilmore.com.com/podcast Essential Oils: my.doterra.com/fitnesswellnesslife Unlimited Books and Audiobooks: Scribed: https://www.scribd.com/g/6fxrhv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

94: Who's on your birthing team?

Preparing for pregnancy can be a very exciting time! However, it can also cause much undue stress. When trying to conceive, remember that everyone’s biological clock is vastly different. Just because you know someone that may have conceived in a matter of months doesn't mean that is the case for everyone. Similarly, if you’ve heard of others experiencing complications that, also, does not mean that would be relevant to your experience either. There are a number of tips for preparing your body (and mind) for pregnancy. The healthier you are at the start, the better your chances of having a healthy and happy experience overall. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com. Grab a copy of my new book "Oh my Health....There is Hope" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855CFWNF Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielopezgilmore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonologist www.stephanielopezgilmore.com.com/podcast Essential Oils: my.doterra.com/fitnesswellnesslife Unlimited Books and Audiobooks: Scribed: https://www.scribd.com/g/6fxrhv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

93: Prepping your body for Pregnancy

Castrol oil packs have been used for centuries to regulate hormonal health and are now more popular in mainstream America.  I am happy they are making a comeback because they work like a charm if you are experiencing any hormonal related issues and want a natural way to increase fertility. Castrol oil packs stimulate your liver to start detoxification and the liver helps promote the regulation of hormones by eliminating excess and allowing the body to rid itself of any toxins that can cause harm to the body. Try this technique 3 times a day for 3 weeks leading to your period and let. me know your results by sending me an email at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com Grab a copy of my new book "Oh my Health....There is Hope" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855CFWNF ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com. Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielopezgilmore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonologist www.stephanielopezgilmore.com.com/podcast Essential Oils: my.doterra.com/fitnesswellnesslife Unlimited Books and Audiobooks: Scribed: https://www.scribd.com/g/6fxrhv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

92: Castor Oil Packs for Hormone and Fertility Health

Pregnancy brings on a whole slew of emotions, symptoms, and moodiness. Your body is constantly changing and you are overwhelmed with all the new developments along with information overload. I know because I was there not too long ago. Now that I am out of the clear with the First Trimester I wanted to share with you my must-have items to get through your first trimester of pregnancy. I hope that these tips help another woman who might be struggling with morning sickness, indigestion, and just overall confused about what she needs to get through the first 12-14 weeks which makes up the first trimester.  I would like to hear from you. What are your must-have to get through the first trimester and did you battle with morning sickness? Grab a copy of my new book "Oh my Health....There is Hope" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855CFWNF ________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com. Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielopezgilmore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonologist www.stephanielopezgilmore.com.com/podcast Essential Oils: my.doterra.com/fitnesswellnesslife Unlimited Books and Audiobooks: Scribed: https://www.scribd.com/g/6fxrhv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

91: What Every Pregnant Women Must have for First Trimester

Ladies, did you know that our menstrual cycle is more in tune with the moon than the sun? Just like the moon, we go through 4 phrases every month. menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation and the luteal phase.  You might have known this but are a bit curious about how we can sync it to the phases of the moon. I was conscious once myself and was excited to learn how my cycle lined up with the moon. Though out my work as a Hormonologist I have been able to sync my cycle to the new moon twice which was an exciting time for me, a big-time of celebration in my life. Today I am diving into what are the phases of the moon and what it means when you bleed on the full moon, waning moon, crescent moon, and new moon along with how to use these phases of the moon to manifest positivity in your life.  Grab a copy of my new book "Oh my Health....There is Hope" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855CFWNF ________________________________________________________________________Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com. Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielopezgilmore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonologist www.stephanielopezgilmore.com.com/podcast Essential Oils: my.doterra.com/fitnesswellnesslife Unlimited Books and Audiobooks: Scribed: https://www.scribd.com/g/6fxrhv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

90: Syncing your Cycle to the Moon

The use of fertility herbs along with other natural remedies to help you get pregnant has been around for centuries. They were prevalent long before IVF and modern fertility treatments were available. Oftentimes they are overlooked in favor of “quick fixes” from western medicine but they can play a huge role in balancing your homes and even helping to reverse infertility. My personal favorite herb is Shatavari. I used it to reduce PMS symptoms and cramps and in turn, I reversed my infertility with it, It was one of the major herbs that helped me conceive.  When you are thinking about your nutrition or what supplements to take to boost your fertility, herbs should definitely play a role in your overall plan for conception. If you havIf you have any questions or would like to book a consultation with me to further discuss your infertility and how to reverse it naturally..  book a call HERE. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

89: Herbs for Fertility- boosting your fertility naturally.

In case you did not know already, I am pregnant with my first baby. When I called my doctor to tell him I was pregnant and reviewed the symptoms I experienced he was not surprised. He told me that I am very in tune with my body and therefore I was more aware of what was going on than most of his patients. This week I am going over the early signs and symptoms of my pregnancy and maybe you can relate or if you are not pregnant yet this might give you some insight on what to look for. If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation with me to further discuss your fibroids and symptoms book a call HERE. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

88: Early Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy

Ladies...Let's face it fibroids and annoying. They can cause a slew of symptoms from heavy periods, painful sex and infertility to name a few. If you have been diagnosed recently with fibroids or know someone who has this podcast is for you. Today we are discussing: What are fibroids, the symptoms of fibroids, medical treatment for fibroids, and natural remedies for fibroids.,  If you want some great teas and tincture recipes for fibroids head over to my Facebook group to get our exclusive content and remedies for fibroids,  Facebook Group  If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation with me to further discuss your fibroids and symptoms book a call HERE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

87: Fibroids 101: Symptoms & Treatment

You know that moment when you wake up and realize that your life will forever change? That moment happened to me back in October 2019 when I discovered I am pregnant. I knew at that moment that things would change, I also knew that the hike up Kilimanjaro that my husband and I been tracking for the past 9 months would not happen due to my pregnancy.  I am not going to lie, it took me a few days to wrap my mind around this news, mostly because I didn't think I could conceive. See my mother had struggled with infertility and took her 10 years to have me. I was on birth control pills for 14 years and was told by my OBGYN years ago that I had a "hostile environment to raise kids." So when I meet my husband, Matt, I told him off the bat that kids are out of the question.  Working on improving my hormonal symptoms through nutrition, herbs, and meditation actually helped me to become more fertile.  Now I am taking the steps I used to increase my fertility and creating a program geared towards women wanting to become a mother and want a natural way to go about it.  Tune into this episode to learn more. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

86: My life will forever change (Special Announcement)

Coronavirus is hitting the news hard and although there are only 5 reported cases in the US and officials to say there is no need to panic at this moment, you will find a lot of people on social media in a frenzy. I know many of my friends have been hit hard with the flu in the past few weeks. If you are concerned about contracting a virus and want to protect yourself and your family here are some helpful tips to boost your immune system and hopefully avoid getting sick.  Like my Facebook Page to be notified of when I go live, February 2nd at 5 pm for my special announcement.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

85: Protect yourself from the Coronavirus

In this fast-paced modern world, feeling stressed is, unfortunately, an everyday occurrence. But can this ‘everyday stress’ affect your fertility? The type of stress I are referring to is the chronic, low-grade, relentless stress that is the result of our overly complicated, high-pressure lifestyles. This type of stress is something the adrenal glands were not built to handle very well. Of the two stress hormones, Cortisol has the biggest impact on fertility. This week I am covering the impacts of stress on your fertility and how you can combat it to have a healthy pregnancy. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

84: Is Stress impacting your chances of conceiving?

‘The practice of mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now”. Mindfulness, in theory, is extremely straightforward. Simply put, it’s the practice of being fully present, fully aware, and fully able to engage with one’s current situation or environment. Why then, does it seem so elusive? So many of us are accustomed to over-stimulation from the outside world - things directing our attention away from what is happening now. The more time we spend in our heads thinking about things that aren’t happening right in front of us - things that have already happened or have yet to happen - the less time we spend being mindful. Harvard students investigated the effects of the ‘alpha rhythm’, or rhythmic brain movements which are associated with DISTRACTION. This brain rhythm is thought to decrease activity in the mind which is associated with being distracted and overstimulated. Participants were given an 8-week mindful meditation program that saw their attention-direction improve significantly, leading the researchers to conclude the positive benefits of the mindfulness were responsible. Meditation-tea.com Meditation course  Sign up for my mindfulness challenge _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

83:The power of Mindfulness

Thanks for tuning in every week for a new episode of Love your Life Podcast. I decided to revamp this podcast and tailor it to my audience, the women I serve every day in my practice. So for this new decade, the new year my podcast is changing from Love your Life to Balanced Hormones, Balanced Life. Topics will include: hormonal health, balancing work and life, achieving goals as a busy woman, health and wellness and meditations to health the womb and increase sex drive and fertility.  This episode I dive a bit into my trip to Tanzania and the amazing things I experienced during the holidays.  ___________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at info@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

82: New Podcast Name for 2020 & Trip to Tanzania

The holidays are amongst us and there is a tendency to lose sight of what the holidays are all about. We feel overwhelmed with decorating, shopping, traveling, and preparing for this season. Before we know it the holidays pass us up and we can't remember why we celebrate them in the first place. This week I am guiding you through a gentle meditation to capture the essence of the holidays. This is the last episode of the year and I hope you enjoy this meditation, it is my gift to you.  ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to subscribe to my podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Soundcloud. And it would mean the world to me if you left a rating and review. This helps other listeners to find my podcast, so please share the love. I love to know your thoughts on the podcast, people and topics you are interested in, and suggestions on how to improve it. Keep the conversation going by emailing me at stephanie@stephanielopezgilmore.com Follow Stephanie on Social Media Instagram Facebook: Website Essential Oils --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

81: Essence of the Holidays

Women's health is imperative and when we ignore the symptoms of a hormonal imbalance we find that our whole lives can be out of sorts. Stephanie, our resident Hormonologist, helps her clients naturally balance their hormones and their lives. She is a strong believer in natural healing, living an authentic life, and being healthy inside and out. She shares her wisdom on improving your life through nutrition, movement, reframing the way you think, and meditations. Her approach has helped hundreds improve their hormonal health and live a happy life. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support

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