Navigating Hormonal Health for Moms w/ Michelle White
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Feeling tired, foggy, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone—and it might be your hormones. In this episode of the parenting IQ podcast, wellness coach Michelle White explains how moms can spot the signs of hormonal imbalance and reclaim their energy through food, rest, and simple habits that support whole-body health.
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Navigating Hormonal Health for Moms
Featuring: Michelle White | Inspired Wellness Coach
Parenting IQ Podcast with Dr. Kelly Cagle
Motherhood often comes with fatigue, brain fog, stress, and unpredictable energy—but what if those aren’t just “part of being a mom”? In this insightful episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Michelle White, a nutritional therapist and host of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, to unpack how hormonal imbalances are silently affecting moms and what to do about it.
Understanding Hormones and Why They Matter
Michelle starts by defining hormones as chemical messengers that impact everything from mood to metabolism. She explains how our modern lifestyles—filled with stress, processed foods, toxins, and lack of rest—put major strain on the endocrine system, especially for women.
Hormonal imbalance symptoms are often dismissed or misunderstood. Michelle calls out several overlooked signs:
Afternoon energy crashes
Sugar cravings
Brain fog
Dry skin or dry eyes
Night wakings
Anxiety
These symptoms aren’t just “mom life”—they’re warning signs from your body.
Fueling Hormones Through Food
Michelle emphasizes food as one of the most powerful and accessible tools to regulate hormones. She encourages moms to:
Prioritize protein, healthy fats, and fiber
Reduce processed foods and refined sugars
Watch out for missing nutrients like magnesium, B vitamins, and omega-3s
She also points out that kids can benefit from the same nutrition principles, and offers encouragement to moms navigating picky eating—especially with children who have sensory issues.
“Create a safe environment where your kids trust you around food. It’s not about force—it’s about exploration.”
The Role of Sleep, Stress, and Cortisol
Chronic stress and poor sleep are major hormone disruptors. Michelle explains that cortisol, our main stress hormone, needs to follow a daily rhythm—but many moms are running on dysregulation.
She offers practical (and free) tools to reset cortisol:
Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep
Take 15–30 minute breaks during the day—even just laying down or practicing deep breathing
Step outside for morning sunlight to support circadian rhythm
Dr. Kelly shares her own transformative experience with midday yoga as a new mom and doctoral student—highlighting how intentional rest brought unexpected healing.
Blood Sugar and Hormonal Balance
Blood sugar is a foundational factor in hormonal health. Michelle busts the myth that only diabetic or overweight people have blood sugar issues and encourages all moms to pay attention to how they feel throughout the day.
Her tips include:
Avoid "naked carbs"—pair carbs with protein or fat
Focus on whole food meals with quality ingredients
Cut back on constant snacking to allow your body time to rest and digest
Michelle’s Go-To Meals for Busy Moms
Michelle shares her favorite nutrient-packed meals that are quick and hormone-friendly:
Avocado toast on seed bread with eggs and flax/chia seeds
Salmon over roasted veggies or greens with pumpkin seeds
Shredded chicken bowls using prepped protein and leftover veggies
Her golden rule: Preparation is everything. Having protein ready prevents impulsive pantry grazing and keeps energy and mood steady.
Final Encouragement
This episode is packed with hopeful, practical wisdom to help moms feel empowered—not overwhelmed—when it comes to hormonal health. Michelle reminds us that small, daily choices can lead to big changes over time.
About Michelle White
Nutritional Therapy Practitioner | Host of the Inspired Wellness Podcast
Michelle White is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, mom of two, and passionate advocate for helping women break free from burnout and find balance in their everyday lives. After walking through her own health struggles—fatigue, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, and burnout—Michelle discovered the transformative power of food, rest, and God-designed rhythms.
Through her coaching practice and podcast, The Inspired Wellness Podcast, Michelle equips moms with practical, grace-filled tools to support hormonal health, regulate blood sugar, and build nourishing habits that actually stick. Her signature approach combines nutrient-dense meals, mindset shifts, and simple routines that work even in the chaos of motherhood.
Whether she’s sharing tips on picky eaters or helping women reset their energy, Michelle brings clarity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the connection between physical and emotional well-being.
Learn more at TheInspiredWellnessCoach.com
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