Hormones After 35: What Every Busy Mom Should Know

Hormones: Oh That’s Me Moment

Hormones may wake us up in sweat, cause us to feel permanently fatigued, make our emotions go from zero to 70 faster than a Porsche, give us the shakes, bring skin breakouts, cause hair to grow in unwanted places, and make our body parts shift to the ground in warp speed – not to mention intense food cravings, mystery weight gain… oh the joy of getting older as a woman.

 

Aunt Flow starts to come sporadically. Sometimes, she doesn’t come for months. Then she storms in with gushing force.

One day we are fine, the next day we are always exhausted by 3:00pm, snapping at our kids, and wondering how are jeans shrunk over night (ha!). Many assume it’s stress or just getting older.

Does any of this sound familiar? So many of us are observers, quietly letting it happen.

This was me. From 35-47, I just let it whip me. The frenzy of strange things happening kept me staring like a frog in a hail storm. But then… I started reading. My eyes were opened.

Books by Mary Claire Haver and her social media started me out of the brain fog that my hormones were sedating me with. Glucose Revolution was helpful as well.

These resources soon helped me to know, I was not alone. WE are together in changing and there are answers. There is great news, we don’t have to overhaul our lives to see progress.

Hormones: Why They Shift After 35

progesterone begins declining &
• stress raises cortisol
• insulin resistance increases
• sleep disruption compounds everything

Common Stressors after 35

• Chronic stress
• Blood sugar spikes
• Poor sleep
• Gut health issues
• Environmental toxins

Our goal isn’t strict perfection, but gentle support.

7 Gentle Ways to Support Hormones

1. Stabilize Blood Sugar

Protein + fiber every meal.

2. Support the Liver

Your liver processes hormones.

3. Prioritize Sleep

Hormones repair during sleep.

4. Reduce Inflammation

Food choices matter.  

5. Calm the Nervous System

Stress drives cortisol.

6. Support Gut Health

Gut bacteria regulate estrogen metabolism.

7. Use Plant-Based Support Wisely

There are so many products that I have added to my daily routine, that have made me feel sharp, energetic, and thriving even after having a full hysterectomy.

Hormones May Need Support if:

You may notice:

• weight gain around the middle
• mood swings
• fatigue
• brain fog
• poor sleep
• sugar cravings
• irregular cycles

These are common… but they are also signals from your body.

If hormones feel confusing… you’re not alone. That’s exactly why I created a simple guide for women over 35. Free Guide: Gentle Hormone Support for Women Over 35

Inside you’ll learn:

• the hormones that change after 35
• foods that support hormone balance
• simple daily habits that stabilize energy
• plant-based support options many women use

You can get the guide: HERE.

Hormones in Closing

Your body isn’t broken. It’s simply asking for support.

With the right habits and the right tools, many women find their energy, mood, and clarity return, sometimes better than ever! In America women dread these changes. I learned in other societies, women celebrate. So different from what we know.

Give yourself support today and always. What have you found helpful in supporting your hormones. Please comment below. I’d love to hear from you.

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For more along these lines, check out: Nervous System Regulation.  

Thanks for reading this!  I appreciate you.  I hope you find these resources helpful.  Be blessed!