Wonderfully Made Nutrition, Woodstock, ON (2025)

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.

07/08/2025

“You look happier.”
I am. Because I stopped skipping meals, started eating like I’m worth it, and realized burnout isn’t a personality trait.

Healing isn’t just lab tests and supplements — it’s the quiet decision to nourish, rest, and set the boundary even when it’s uncomfortable.

This is what happens when you stop chasing perfect and start choosing peace.

🌿 regulated > chaos
🍳 breakfast > black coffee
🛌 rest > running on empty
🍽️ fuel > restriction

We spend so much time striving for perfection that we often forget we are human & that we shouldn’t hang onto so much stress surrounding our health.

In my 1:1 membership I have worked with so many women on quieting the noise and figuring out what they truly need, not what TikTok says they need.

The first step in conquering any health hurdle is your mindset & stress.

06/23/2025

You can get pregnant without being in great health.

But the journey can feel harder than it needs to.

The symptoms, complications, and burnout that follow?

They’re not random—they’re connected to how nourished and supported your body was going in.

That’s why I always say:
Good health = fertile ground.
But fertile ground doesn’t always equal good health.

Right now, I’m working on my own gut health—not because we’re trying for a baby yet, but because I know it’ll matter later on.

It’s going to support my hormones, digestion, energy, mood, and eventually... my fertility, pregnancy, birth, and recovery too.

This is exactly why I created my Women’s Wellness Membership—
To help women like you build that foundation before you’re ready to try.

Because getting healthy isn’t separate from preparing for pregnancy—it is the preparation.

Whether you’re years away or you’re “not sure when,”
Or, maybe you’re in the thick of your fertility journey right now—you deserve support.

Tap the link in my bio to learn more about joining the membership this month, a few spots have opened up and I am so ready to support you🫶🏼

04/10/2025

Endometriosis is still being treated far too passively in modern medicine — and we deserve better.

So many women are told their pain is normal. That heavy periods, fatigue, bloating, or even fertility struggles are “just part of being a woman.” They’re offered hormonal birth control, painkillers, or sometimes even nothing at all — and sent on their way.

But if you’ve ever felt dismissed, like you had to push for answers or dig into research on your own just to be taken seriously… you’re not alone. And you’re not crazy for thinking there has to be more to the story.

The truth is: no one should have to fight this hard to feel better in their own body. But right now, if you want to get to the root of what’s actually going on, you do need to advocate for yourself — because the system isn’t doing it for you.

That’s why I do the work I do. Because there is another way.

Inside my membership and 1:1 work, we look beyond the bandaid. We explore root causes like estrogen dominance, inflammation, poor liver detox, and mineral imbalances — and support healing with tools like:

🌿 Functional testing (like the DUTCH test)
🍒Anti-inflammatory, blood sugar–supportive nutrition
✨ Gentle detox support using food, minerals, and nervous system care
💛 And most importantly, a whole-body approach that sees you as more than just your symptoms

You deserve answers. You deserve real care. You deserve to feel good in your body again.

If you’re tired of feeling like you’re on your own, I’d love to walk with you👩🏻‍🤝‍👩🏼

03/17/2025

Came across a realization the other day that really sparked some sort of fire in me.

And like mentioned, I am totally not against IVF because I’ve seen it do amazing things for clients! However, I’ve noticed that many deeper hormonal imbalances that impact IVF success are often overlooked…

Progesterone support before implantation – Often, IVF clinics don’t optimize this beforehand. Instead, they supplement progesterone after embryo transfer, which may be too late for some women.

Androgens (Testosterone, DHEA, DHT) – Unless the clinic specifically uses DHEA to support ovarian response, they may not check this. Low androgens can mean poor egg quality, and high androgens could mean PCOS.

Estrogen metabolism (2-OH, 4-OH, 16-OH pathways) – Clinics rarely test how estrogen is processed, even though poor metabolism can increase inflammation, cyst proliferation, and risk of miscarriage.

Cortisol & Nervous System Health – Stress hormones affect implantation, but most clinics don’t assess or support adrenal function.

DUTCH Testing or Comprehensive Hormone Panels – Functional hormone testing is usually not done, even though it can provide a clearer picture of imbalances affecting fertility & give you a full picture.

So, why actually does this matter for IVF success?

— If hormones are imbalanced before IVF, the chances of implantation failure or miscarriage are higher.
— Many women struggle with poor egg quality, uterine receptivity, or inflammation, and standard IVF protocols don’t always address these factors.

This is also why I always emphasize starting a head of time and working on your fertility far before you even plan to conceive! It is also why I designed a 1:1 membership that helps women get a head start on addressing key imbalances and so they can learn how to nourish and prepare their bodies!

03/13/2025

Got le résistance?

Here is your breakdown of the what, why, and how of insulin resistance!

It can actually be a lot more common than we think, considering that typical symptoms associated with IR are fatigue, cravings, increased fat storage, PCOS, infertility, and metabolic issues. But, don’t let that get you down! There are things you can do to address it and get started on the right path to sensitivity > resistance.

My golden rules:
— Protein & fiber
Super key to help keep you satiated and support blood sugar balances

— No naked carbs!
Always consume carbs with a fat to avoid those energy rollercoasters and sugar crashes

— Hydrate
Sodium and potassium are key electrolytes that help get glucose into cells to do its job!

— Avoid fasting if you’re burnt out
You likely need nourishing and proper meals to keep yourself going so avoid any sort of fasting and focus on 3 square meals & snacks while you get things under control.

And that’s, that 👏🏻

03/11/2025

Not sure if you’re ovulating or unsure if tracking cervical mucus alone is cutting it?

Truthfully, tracking ovulation isn’t just about cervical mucus! You need a full picture to know if you’re actually ovulating — and if that still feels inconclusive, then you need the full picture as to WHY you are not ovulating.

That’s where the DUTCH test comes in!

Unlike LH strips or BBT (although these are fantastic methods for tracking) the DUTCH test looks at actual ANSWERS and can go hand in hand with tracking methods.

You can see a full scope of:

Progesterone metabolites (Pregnanediol-Glucuronide) – If these are low, you likely didn’t ovulate or it wasn’t very strong. Now we know to address the causes surrounding anovulation!

Estrogen levels & metabolites – High estrogen without enough progesterone? Possible anovulation, sluggish liver, endometriosis, cyst proliferation, etc.

Cortisol & stress markers – Chronic stress can suppress ovulation and cortisol will steal resources from progesterone, keeping it low and unusable.

So, if you’re tracking ovulation and looking to balance your hormones, optimize your fertility, and get the full picture, the DUTCH test is an excellent starting point to get clear answers.

03/06/2025

Fact: It’s estimated that 30-50% of conceptions end in very early miscarriage, often before a woman even realizes she is pregnant. These are called chemical pregnancies, where fertilization occurs, but implantation either fails or the pregnancy ends very soon after implantation.

Many of these losses happen before a missed period, making them undetectable unless a woman is tracking her cycle closely or using early pregnancy tests.

Ever wondered how this could happen or some of the potential root causes? It sounds funny to say that hormones play a part in this because we really just know them as chemical messengers. When going through my studies, I found it hard to wrap my head around the fact that estrogen and progesterone can determine the health of uterine lining. As I continued in my studies and research, it started to make a lot more sense! Although I am not on a TTC journey - when I began balancing my hormones I did notice differences in my cycles and also my period - things like blood colour and clot size says a lot (which obviously is reflective of hormones).

I know what it feels like to be frustrated, lost, and unheard when it comes to your health. I spent years chasing solutions, eliminating foods, and feeling disconnected from my body—only to realize that true healing comes from nourishment, not restriction. My own struggles with acne, hormonal imbalances, and fatigue led me to uncover the deeper connection between hormones, minerals, gut health, and metabolism. Once I learned how to work with my body instead of against it, everything changed.

Whether you’re navigating recurring chemical pregnancies, general fertility struggles, or just want to feel BALANCED with your hormones, I want you to know that you’re not alone, and there IS a way forward!

My Women’s Wellness Membership is OPEN!

No matter where you are in your journey—whether you’re working to balance hormones, trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy or postpartum, or moving through menopause—this membership is designed to support you.

If you want to learn more about how to take the next step in your journey and take action - send me a DM and I’ll send you all the details✨

02/27/2025

Carbs aren’t the enemy—here’s why you need them!

If you’ve been told to cut carbs to manage PCOS, you’re only getting half the story. The truth? Carbs are essential for balanced hormones, stable blood sugar, and ovulation.

What happens when you cut too many carbs?

Blood sugar crashes = cortisol spikes = MORE insulin resistance

Thyroid function slows = lower metabolism & sluggish digestion

Progesterone drops = irregular cycles & worse PMS

Increased cravings = binge-restrict cycles & dysregulated hunger cues

The key is how you eat them:

Prioritize whole-food carbs → Think root veggies, fruit, white rice, organic sourdough, and properly prepared grains & beans.

Pair with protein & healthy (saturated) fats → This slows glucose absorption and prevents insulin spikes.

Eat to support your cycle → Carbs help lower cortisol, fuel the thyroid, and support ovulation. Eating certain sources of carbs at certain times of your cycle can benefit hormone production and metabolism - this is something I work on lots in my 1:1!

PCOS isn’t just about “cutting sugar” or restriction — it’s about nourishing your body correctly. A fad diet or heavily restricting diet will not get you far long term - there is a truth to balance and just using your knowledge as power to NOURISH your body. This is a foundational concept that the women in my 1:1 program work on so that the results they see are sustainable and life long.

02/25/2025

Struggling with low progesterone? You’re not alone.

If you deal with short cycles, PMS, spotting before your period, or feel anxious and wired at night, low progesterone could be part of the puzzle. But before jumping to supplements and bio identicals, it’s key to understand why your progesterone is low.

Besides utilizing a DUTCH test to confirm low progesterone, one of the best ways to get started is with an HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis).

Your body needs key minerals—especially magnesium, zinc, and potassium—to make and sustain healthy progesterone levels. If you’re depleted, your body might struggle to ovulate consistently, leading to lower progesterone. An HTMA helps uncover these hidden imbalances so you can support your hormones at the root. Funny enough - in almost all HTMAs that I’ve ran in my practice (I’ve ran 50+ now), magnesium, zinc, and potassium are LOW.

However I won’t just start to recommend you take these single minerals in supplemental forms, there are so many other health aspects and dietary pictures to look at! This is why every HTMA comes with an analysis session to go in depth and discover why these are low.

Instead of guessing, let’s test and build a strategy that actually works. Drop a “HTMA” in the comments if you want to learn more!

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