

Estrogen is an essential hormone that keeps your body running smoothly, but when it’s out of balance, things can get messy—fast. And here’s the kicker: estrogen dominance isn’t just about having “too much estrogen.” It’s about having too much in relation to progesterone or not clearing excess estrogen effectively. Today on the podcast we are diving into all things about estrogen dominance.

Most women were never taught that ovulation is the key to balanced hormones, energy, metabolism, and long-term health. Instead, we’ve been conditioned to believe that suppressing ovulation—through birth control, stress, or lifestyle factors—is no big deal. But here’s the thing: your menstrual cycle (including your ovulation) is your fifth vital sign and it plays a major role in everything from your mood to your bones to your heart health.

Chloe shares how FAM can be a game-changer—not just for understanding your fertility but for unlocking the mysteries of your hormonal health through every phase of life. From decoding perimenopause’s four distinct stages to practical ways to track your cycle and manage symptoms, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable advice.

Joined by the incredible Amy Robinson, owner of Restore Your Core Physical Therapy, and her colleague Meredith Salas, we’re breaking down barriers, smashing stigmas, and shedding light on why pelvic floor physiotherapy is essential for all women—not just postpartum moms.

In this empowering episode of Aligned Womb, Aligned You, we’re flipping the script on goal-setting and introducing a fresh, feminine approach that honours your unique rhythms. From hormone hacks to cycle-syncing tips, I’ll guide you through aligning your planning process with the environmental seasons and your menstrual cycle. This isn’t just planning—it’s a soulful strategy designed to keep you aligned, energized, and true to yourself all year long.

In this episode, I’m breaking down how the Christmas hustle uniquely impacts women and what we can do to reclaim the season for ourselves. From syncing your holiday planning with your cycle to delegating traditions (yes, even Elf on the Shelf!), we’ll explore practical ways to simplify, share the load, and rediscover the joy of the holidays.

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the sacred journey of reclaiming your feminine energy and unlocking the transformative power within. This conversation is all about healing, self-discovery, and integrating the full spectrum of who you are—body, mind, and spirit

In this episode, we’ll explore the unique factors contributing to burnout in women, including “human giver syndrome” and emotional exhaustion. We talk about how societal pressures and gendered expectations often lead women to overextend, as well as how our innate empathy can turn into an unintentional cycle of codependency. Through these discussions, I unpack how the demands of caretaking roles can take a toll on our health and wellbeing if we don’t create boundaries that protect our energy and prioritize self-care.

Stasha Washburn, join us to dive deep into the “Bloody Revolution.” In her book, The Revolution Will Be Bloody, Stasha guides women on a raw and unapologetic journey to rediscover the wisdom of our cycles and break free from systems that have kept us small. This isn’t your average cycle chat; we’re getting into the thick of how we can reclaim our bodies and spark healing from within.

I'm joined by hormone health expert Mandy LeBlanc, who shares her deep insights and empowering message that perimenopause doesn’t have to be a period of struggle. Drawing on her years of experience working with women, Mandy offers guidance on understanding perimenopause and practical solutions to help ease the transition.

For many women in their 40s, perimenopause can feel like uncharted waters—a time of great change and whole lot of surrender. Understanding the four phases not only empowers us to navigate this transition but also helps us reclaim our inner strength and wisdom. As we align with each phase, we can attune to what our bodies need and embrace the deep feminine power that perimenopause invites.

Here’s something you might not know—PMS, or the luteal phase of your cycle, could be giving you a glimpse into perimenopause. The emotional shifts, the mood swings, the cravings—they might all be echoing something deeper happening in your body as you approach this powerful transition. Both your period and menopause are pivotal milestones in your hormone journey, and the signs leading up to these transitions are here to teach you, not punish you. Listen to this episode to learn more

In today’s conversation with Britt Joannides, we discuss her experience of discovering she had endometriosis and her journey into managing this diagnosis. We also dive in to how she discovered the Fertility Awareness Method (and fell in love with it) as a way to understand her body and her symptoms.

In today’s conversation we dive deep into everything women should know about cervical health - from pap tests, to the truth on HPV, to options of helping the body heal from cervical dysplasia. This conversation with Dr. Kate Hadfield truly blew my mind! This is the information that all of us women are seeking, but have most likely never been told. This is the information that is going to help us become empowered in our cervical and reproductive health.

Over the past 3 months, I took a break from some of the projects and expectations that were keeping me busy and overwhelmed. I grounded back into my menstrual practices, befriended rest, and got clarity on what I needed to come into this Autumn season with better balance.
In today’s episode I share my honest reflection on how pausing life provided great discomfort, but profound insight. If you are someone like me who is go-go all the time, I am sure this episode is going to resonate with you.

Raise your hand if you have ever hit a rough patch in life where motivation and drive have been sucked out of every cell of your body!
In today’s episode I share my own journey of navigating deep rest and surrendering to stillness in order to fuel my creativity and find new inspiration. I am not talking about taking a day or two off, but rather listen to my body and slowing down for what has turned into a few months for me.
This journey has been filled with fears, deep realizations about my addition to hustle culture, and some beautiful joyful moments of coming home to myself.

When women gather, healing happens! Wild Roses Festival is a prime example of this. Each year I leave the festival with a new sense of the healing that I am meant to do. I shed a layer of my old self in order for a new, more aware self to be birth. This year I stayed with two friends at the event and today I have one of those special ladies join me on the podcast as we share our take aways.

Cycle Archetypes are sacred symbols of the energy and essence that lives within us in each of the 4 phases of our cycle. They represent the 4 different women that we are. These archetypes are a beautiful way to look at our cycle with creativity, curiosity, and the imagination to understand who we were, who we are, and who we are becoming each cycle.

In this episode, Lauren shares her story of trusting an inner nudge to leave nursing school and follow the calling to herbal medicine. From this first nudge to many other nudges since, she has allowed her intuition to help guide her onto the path that has now led her to creating an annual women’s gathering called the Wild Roses Festival. What start out as a simple potluck gathering for women to connect in community has grown to a 1,000 person festival in just 4 short years. Why you may ask? It is simple, women are remembering the healing power of gathering in community and that is exactly what the Wild Roses Festival is all about.

It is true, ovulation is labeled as our phase where we feel our best, but this heightened energy can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, full of self-doubt, and fearful of being seen. In this episode I will share my own observations that I had last cycle and how I am preparing to tend to my own ovulation overwhelm. We will explore the shadows of ovulation and the tools to keep you feeling your best during this week of your cycle. The gift of knowing your cycle is having the insight of what helps you stay balanced and thriving.
