Episode 57: An Interview with Amber, Hormones and Habits: Supporting Women from Postpartum into Perimenopause

Many of the women we work with are having babies later in life, which means postpartum recovery and the early stages of perimenopause can start to overlap. In this episode, we talk with functional nutrition practitioner Amber about why symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, sleep disruption, mood changes, and cycle irregularities can show up during both phases — and why they can be so confusing to untangle.But more importantly, we talk about what actually helps. Instead of focusing on expensive hormone testing or quick-fix supplements, this conversation centers on the daily habits that support hormone health during one of the busiest and most stressful seasons of life. We dive into why habit change is so hard for exhausted parents, how your brain resists new routines, and why small, realistic shifts in hydration, nutrition, movement, and sleep can make a meaningful difference over time.In this episode:🧠 Why brain fog, fatigue, and sleep issues can happen in both postpartum and perimenopause🔬 Why hormone testing isn’t always as helpful as people think🦋 The often-overlooked role of thyroid and blood sugar in hormone symptoms🕸️ The “hormone web” — how stress, nutrients, gut health, and lifestyle all interact🧂 Small habit shifts that actually support hormone health (hydration, protein, electrolytes)🧠 Why habit change is so hard — and what your brain is doing behind the scenes🏋️‍♀️ Letting go of all-or-nothing thinking in health and fitness💊 What to know about supplements during postpartum and perimenopauseIf you’re wondering whether what you’re experiencing is still “just postpartum,” early perimenopause, or a mix of both — you’re definitely not alone.Find Amber:📱@amberdawn_wellness📧 https://amberdawnwellness.com/Find the Lady Birds: 📧 Email us your questions or episode ideas: [email protected]📱 Follow along on Instagram for pelvic health education and clinic updates @ladybirdpt🩺 Learn more about working with us at www.ladybirdpt.com⭐ If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a review — it helps more people find the podcast