The Balancing Act: strategies to optimise hormonal balance and nervous system functioning

In this episode, host Evelyn Kennedy interviews Edwina Taylor, a holistic fertility practitioner and counsellor, about the relationship between stress, hormones and fertility. Edwina shares her personal journey of healing and how events led her to specialise in fertility support. She explains how stress affects the nervous system and the hormonal imbalances that can impact fertility. Edwina also provides strategies for managing stress and restoring hormonal balance. The episode concludes with success stories and information on how to work with Edwina.   Takeaways Stress activates the sympathetic nervous system, leading to physical and psychological responses that can impact fertility. Common signs of stress that affect fertility include lowered libido, sleep disturbances, weight gain, headaches, and mood changes. Chronic stress can disrupt hormonal balance, leading to menstrual irregularities and decreased fertility. Strategies for managing stress and restoring hormonal balance include deep breathing exercises, box breathing, and creating a supportive environment. Working with a fertility practitioner who focuses on the nervous system can help address underlying stress and emotional factors that may be impacting fertility. Edwina Taylors details :                                                                                           Conception to Birth Program https://www.edwinataylor.com.au/conception-to-birth/           Find out more about Edwina's Events here www.edwinataylor.com.au           (Event 24th March and weekend retreat in May.)   Your Action List: 1.Get your weekly dose of support with the Women’s Health & Fertility Nutrition Podcast by following or subscribing to the podcast. Please also rate my podcast. 2. Learn more about Evelyn Kennedy your host and the services she offers on the enhanced fertility nutrition website  3. get your free 7-day fertility nutrition plan,  4. Share this podcast with other women who may benefit from it. 5. Fill in this form if you have any topics or questions you would like discussed    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:14 The Relationship Between Stress and the Nervous System 13:00 Signs and Symptoms of Stress that Affect Fertility 30:00 Success Stories and Case Studies 36:34 Working with Edwina Taylor