How Stress Impacts Women’s Hormones and the Way We Parent

Hey everyone,This week, I am joined by women’s health expert, holistic wellness advocate and founder of Pagoda Tree, Natalie Kringoudis.​Together, we explore how stress and nervous system regulation can impact our hormones, wellbeing and the way we show up as parents.Natalie shares why our hormones often follow the state of our nervous system, the importance of listening to the signals our bodies are sending us and why caring for ourselves is not selfish.​It is part of caring for our families.​Natalie also opens up about raising her son Jordy, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just four weeks old.​She shares how she navigated the fear that came with his diagnosis, learnt to ask difficult questions and advocated for her child while continuing to focus on the ways he was healthy, thriving and capable.We talk about:​💫 How stress impacts women’s hormones💫 The connection between our nervous system and wellbeing💫 Giving ourselves permission to rest💫 How our own regulation can influence the way we parent💫 Advocating for a child after a diagnosis💫 Moving from reacting in fear to reflecting with curiosity💫 Trusting your instincts and asking questions💫 Focusing on what is workingThis episode is a beautiful reminder that looking after your selfish not something you need to feel guilty about.​When we understand our own bodies, recognise our capacity and give ourselves permission to pause, we are better able to support the people who need us.It is also a reminder that a diagnosis does not define your child or determine everything they will be capable of.​Sometimes empowerment begins with one simple question:​What if everything is going to be okay?​Grab a glass of wine and listen to the latest episode of Wine with Wita.Lots of love,Rita​P.S.: follow me on Instagram for more tips, insights and updates. Disclaimer: the purpose of this podcast is to provideinformation. You must not rely on the information on this podcast as an alternative to speech and language therapy. You must always consult with a Speech Pathologist, GP and/or paediatrician if you have any concerns about your child's communication and/development.