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Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Doula that believes in the power of nutrition to reclaim your health and feminine potential. Psalm 139:14

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." BOOK NOW: https://alexandriaflorianarhn.practicebetter.io/ #/621942628b426bd3392341a5/bookings

02/23/2026

My stool test looked at how well my gut is supporting immune balance, barrier function, and microbial output before pregnancy. These were the main findings and what I’m working on:

🧬Low SCFAs (butyrate, acetate, propionate): needed for gut lining support and stool formation. I’ll be focusing on gentle fermentable fibers to increase bacterial output.

🛡️Low Akkermansia + Faecalibacterium: key bacteria for mucus layer and inflammation control. I’ll be prioritizing foods that support gut barrier and microbial balance

🧪Borderline mucus degradation, LPS, and hydrogen sulfide: suggests mild barrier stress. I’ll be supporting gut lining and reducing irritation rather than using antimicrobials.

🦠Mild shifts in E. coli, Streptococcus, Proteobacteria, and methane: can affect fermentation and bile handling. I’ll be focusing on restoring balance instead of “kill” protocols. There are also lots of natural antimicrobial properties in culinary herbs.

🍽️Bile acid pattern (unconjugated high-normal, secondary low-normal): suggests microbial disruption of bile. I’ll work on stabilizing fermentation rather than adding more bile (because when I did try that it didn’t work!)

🔋Low vitamin K and low urolithin producers: reduced microbial nutrient contribution. By improving microbial function I’ll support nutrient availability.

Focus before pregnancy: rebuild beneficial bacteria, increase SCFA production, support the mucus layer, and stabilize stool and fermentation.

I don’t think a stool test is necessary by any means, but I think it is helpful and an absolutely amazing tool to utilize.

02/17/2026

I think that we often tend to overlook the simple things that we can do daily to support our nervous system and feel more present. And a lot of times we don’t always need fancy gadgets (and believe me, I DO love a fancy gadget).

One of my goals this year has been to spend less time on my phone or computer and to find things that make me feel excited, but also relaxed and present. I definitely have spent a large portion of my time with a screen in my face and when I look back at that, it’s no surprise I struggle with ADHD and searches for quick dopamine fixes.

When you have your own business, pretty well almost everything you do requires a computer or a phone, at least in my case it does. For a long time, my default relaxation technique was scrolling, which we all know is not actually relaxing…have you seen the stuff going on on social media lately?

If you find this relatable, take this as an opportunity to reflect and move forward and search for activities that bring you joy, and happiness, and peace. Sometimes even the most mundane of activities – like cooking dinner – can be enough to restore the nervous system and make the body feel like it can rest.

I hope you have a good day ♥️

01/27/2026

Menopause is often framed as a low estrogen problem but in (my) practice, that’s rarely the full picture.

In perimenopause and menopause, estrogen is frequently normal or even elevated, while progesterone declines first. This shift creates relative estrogen dominance, which can produce symptoms that are commonly misinterpreted as estrogen deficiency.

At the same time, DHEA and testosterone decline significantly with age and adrenal stress. Low androgens are strongly associated with fatigue, brain fog, low motivation, muscle loss, mood changes, and low libido which are symptoms often attributed to estrogen alone.

When estrogen is supplemented without assessing hormone ratios, adrenal output, or androgen status, symptoms may persist or worsen.

A more accurate approach to menopause looks at:
- Estrogen in context and comparative to liver health
- Progesterone status
- DHEA and testosterone levels
- Adrenal and metabolic health (consider thyroid, blood sugar)

Menopause is not a single-hormone issue. It requires a broader, more individualized framework.

If you want help understanding your hormone labs and figuring out what’s truly driving your symptoms, lets see how I can help you ❤️

01/26/2026

I don’t think that bloodwork is at all absolutely necessary, but I do think it’s worth utilizing!

After working in the fertility & birth world for quite some time, I’ve gained a collection of my do’s and don’ts as well as a deep understanding of how important prep is.

To me, pregnancy is more than just “I want a baby”. It is a segue way into a very pivotal and trialling moment of life (I mean this in the most positive way possible), so it doesn’t hurt to take some well valued time to look inward & do the extra preparation.

I can’t wait to share more about the other testing I’ve done & what I’ve learned from that as well!

01/15/2026

Don’t believe me? Here’s the evidence & receipts 🔬🧾

😶‍🌫️Fragrance & phthalates
Phthalate exposure is associated with lower testosterone and impaired s***m parameters (count, motility, morphology).
PMIDs: 12882953, 16517630

🔥Heat exposure (tight underwear, laptops, hot baths)
Increased scrotal temperature negatively affects s***matogenesis, s***m count, and motility.
PMID: 17645557

🍺Alcohol intake
Alcohol consumption is associated with reduced testosterone and abnormal semen quality, even at moderate levels.
PMID: 25224766

🍟Poor diet & low micronutrient intake
Low intake of key nutrients (from whole foods) is associated with higher oxidative stress and s***m DNA damage.
PMIDs: 22416008, 24852678

🧬Oxidative stress & s***m DNA fragmentation
Oxidative stress is a major driver of s***m DNA damage, which can impact fertility and early embryonic development.
PMID: 24852678

💤Sleep deprivation & stress
Restricted sleep lowers testosterone levels, which directly influences s***m production.
PMID: 21317185

Theres no need to point fingers. It’s important that both partners receive the information that we are never given or provided with.

S***m take ~74-90 days to regenerate.
What you do now matters a few months from now.

Save this, share it with your partner, or come back to it when TTC feels overwhelming.

01/07/2026

Preconception care is often minimized to a supplemental recommendation. In reality, reproductive outcomes are shaped by metabolic health, nutrient status, nervous system, hormone signalling, YOUR PARTNERS HEALTH (🗣️), etc etc etc.

However, don’t let preconception prep stress you out. It shouldn’t be oversimplified or vague, but it can be simple and straightforward. You can seamlessly integrate it into your routine and it can feel manageable and practical. Which is precisely why I help women & couples do this in my practice (wink wink…) ✨

09/04/2025

This is exactly why “test, don’t guess” matters.

PCOS isn’t one-size-fits-all, and sometimes it’s 16-OH driven rather than the more commonly discussed insulin or androgen pathways. That’s also why some of the classic supplements, while amazing, don’t always do the trick for every woman.

Understanding your unique hormone pathways = targeting the root cause, not just the symptoms.

Want a personalized plan that actually works for your hormones? I guide women through this step-by-step in my 1:1 membership: testing, interpreting, and creating a strategy that fits you, not the generic protocol✨

If you want to chat with me to learn more, book a free discovery call using the link in my bio!

08/12/2025

I used to think fabric didn’t really matter at all, but once I started paying attention to how certain clothes made me feel in my body, it made a huge shift for me. Natural fibers breathe better, they don’t trap heat or odors, and they support your nervous system in subtle but powerful ways.

Cotton, linen, wool, & silk are now what I look for when I’m reading garment tags in the store.

Your skin is your largest organ and what you wear touches it all day.

It’s one of the easiest shifts you can make to feel more grounded and regulated without overthinking it.

This doesn’t need to be stressful, you truthfully can easily work with what’s in your budget. Almost every store has natural fibre options you just need to take the time to look!

I’ve actually found I save more money this way because I buy fewer things and less $$$ marked up trendy items. Plus I take better care of the pieces I have knowing they can last a lifetime if I do. And even when I do spend more on a natural fiber item I feel way more justified doing it.

I don’t think we all need to dive right into the natural fibres, but, if you’ve been curious about it, this is your sign to look into this more! I seriously can’t stress enough the difference I feel after making the switch.

08/07/2025

Add this to the list of the things we should’ve been taught in high school S*x Ed 📋

Why did no one tell us that our cervical mucus changes throughout our cycle and actually tells us something?!
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This is one of the most useful signs we have to track ovulation, understand our hormones, and get a real-time view of our cycle health… but most of us grew up thinking discharge was just…gross.
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Women don’t get taught that:
🌵 Dry can mean stress or low hormones, and that you are outside your fertile window
🍯 Sticky means estrogen is trying to rise
🧴 Creamy means you’re getting close to ovulation
🍳 Egg white = peak fertility
💧 Watery is also fertile, especially if it’s slippery
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Instead, we were handed pads and fear tactics while the teacher showed us all the different contraceptive methods. As if we don’t have bodies that use natural processes to communicate with us.
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This isn’t just about fertility either. It’s about knowing what’s normal for your body. And when you understand what your cervical mucus is doing, everything from cycle syncing to hormone balance to knowing when something’s off gets so much easier.
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Honestly, I wish more women were taught how powerful this kind of body awareness is. It’s not weird. It’s not gross. It’s literally biology and it’s one of the most empowering things you can learn.

Tracking your cervical mucus is free, effective, and one of the first things I look at when helping clients rebalance their hormones. Start paying attention — you’ll learn more than you think.

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