I'm Hormonal | Hormone balance, gut health & nutrition insights
Welcome to I’m Hormonal — the podcast where we make sense of your bloating, brutal PMS, and missing periods… without blaming it all on “just stress” or “being a woman.” Hosted by Bridget Walton, Women’s Hormone Coach, this show is your no-BS guide to decoding your cycle, calming your gut, and actually balancing your hormones (not just crossing your fingers and hoping for the best). Each week, we break down what no one taught you about hormones, nutrition, and gut health in your 30s — especially if you're tired of guessing what your body is trying to tell you. Expect solo episodes packed with real talk and root-cause tools, plus the occasional expert guest to help you feel less confused and more in control. Because you deserve better periods, better digestion, and a better shot at getting pregnant — without burning out trying to figure it all out alone.
Episodes
Chronic inflammation could be the hidden factor disrupting your hormone balance and causing period problems, but understanding its signs and sources can help you restore easier cycles naturally.
• Inflammation is a prolonged inflammatory response characterized by an overactive immune system continuously releasing inflammatory compounds
• Signs of chronic inflammation include persistent pain, fatigue, inso...
Your hormonal symptoms like acne, bloating, PMS, and irregular periods are all interconnected rather than separate issues. Understanding the connections between these symptoms can help you identify underlying imbalances and address multiple concerns at once. In today's episode, Bridget responds to questions and DMs that she got this week.
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Stay tuned for your normal long-form episode on Thursday! Enjoy this story about me and how I got here in the meantime. Love you guys -- thanks for listening to the pod! - Bridget
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Earlier this week, Bridget interviewed Nat (@fertilityawarenessproject) about all things fertility awareness. This episode recaps Bridget's main takeaways from the conversation.
• Fertility awareness works even for those with irregular cycles like PCOS
• The method tracks three key indicators: cervical mucus, LH levels, and basal body temperature
• Rising estrogen before ovulation changes cervica...
The Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) offers a science-backed approach to natural birth control that helps you understand your fertile window through tracking biological markers like basal body temperature and cervical mucus. Nat, a fertility awareness educator, explains how this method empowers women by providing deeper insights into their cycles and hormonal patterns.
• FAM is not the rhythm method or natura...
Getting to the root cause of hormone imbalance doesn't require overwhelming changes or massive time investments. Small, targeted actions that address foundational aspects of hormone health can create powerful shifts in how you feel while fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule. Today we talk about some things you can do in 10-minutes or less to help support balanced hormones.
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We explore why addressing hormone imbalances requires focusing on the underlying root cause rather than applying symptom-focused band-aids. Taking a foundational approach saves time, money, and frustration while creating lasting results for issues like PMS, irregular periods, and bloating.
• Root cause approach means fixing the actual problem (like repairing a roof leak) rather than managing symptoms
• Fu...
Period pain doesn't have to be your monthly reality despite what society has normalized. Most clients see significant improvements within 30-90 days by making specific diet, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.
• Understanding the difference between normal prostaglandin-related pain and problematic symptoms
• Recognizing how inflammation, infection, and allergies can worsen period pain
• Distinguish...
Period pain isn't a normal part of womanhood that we should accept and endure. Up to 71% of women report having period pain, with 45% saying it impacts their daily activities and 30% needing to take days off work.
• Prostaglandins cause normal period cramps by triggering uterine contractions to shed the endometrial lining
• Inflammation from diet, stress, digestive issues or infections can significan...
We explore the five key factors beyond hormone imbalance that can cause vaginal irritation, infection, and microbiome disruptions that many women experience without clear explanations. This mini-episode provides practical detection strategies and solutions for identifying your specific triggers, with special focus on maintaining vaginal health while traveling.
• Blood sugar spikes provide food for yeast and o...
Still wondering how your hormones influence potential infections, and how you can get to the bottom of it all? Vaginal health is influenced by multiple factors beyond hormones, including blood sugar, gut health, estrogen levels, vaginal pH, and immune function. Understanding these connections can help address and prevent recurrent infections or irritations.
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We explore how women in sales can align work activities with their menstrual cycle phases to maximize productivity and success. This mini-episode breaks down specific strategies for leveraging hormonal patterns throughout the month to feel more naturally aligned with different sales tasks and professional responsibilities.
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Your menstrual cycle can be your secret weapon for peak professional performance when you understand how to align your workflow with your changing hormones throughout the month. By recognizing the unique strengths of each cycle phase, you can strategically schedule tasks, meetings, and presentations to match your natural energy levels and cognitive abilities.
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We explore how to get essential nutrients from food and lifestyle changes rather than expensive supplements. This mini episode dives into practical alternatives that can be equally or more effective than bottled supplements.
• Incorporate adaptogens into your daily routine through adaptogen coffee blends or powders added to energy balls
• Support your stress response with free breathwork videos, decaf cof...
Supplements are an important tool in today's world where our food has fewer nutrients than in the past, but taking them without understanding why or choosing low-quality brands can waste money and potentially harm health. We explore the top three mistakes people make with supplements and how to choose products that genuinely support your body's needs.
• Mistake #1: Relying on supplements instead of ...
We dive deep into how workplace factors might be worsening your PMS symptoms and offer practical solutions for busy professionals to reclaim their full month and eliminate that "caution tape" week.
• PMS symptoms like bloating, anxiety, headaches, and mood swings typically occur the week before your period and should alleviate shortly after it begins
• Work-related stress (both mental and physic...
PMS is not an inevitable part of womanhood but rather a signal that your hormone balance is off. Understanding the relationship between estrogen dominance and progesterone insufficiency gives us the power to address these symptoms and support our bodies for smoother menstrual cycles.
• PMS specifically refers to symptoms occurring 7-10 days before your period starts, not during your period
• The root caus...
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We tackle the frustrating issue of persistent bloating with five practical strategies you can implement immediately, while emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes for lasting relief.
• Digestive enzymes as a helpful supplement, especially when traveling or eating foods outside your normal diet
• Apple cider vinegar before ...
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Bloating isn't a necessary evil that women must endure due to stress, busyness, or menstruation. We break down the real causes and practical solutions so you can finally address this uncomfortable issue and move on with your life.
• Bloating stems from swallowed air, gas in your digestive tract, or fluid retention
• Hormonal fluct...
Today we debunk five common hormone myths to help you understand what's truly normal for your menstrual cycles and what symptoms might indicate hormonal imbalances.
• Your cycle doesn't have to be exactly 28 days—anything from 21-35 days is considered normal
• Not everyone ovulates on day 14—ovulation timing varies widely among individuals
• Signs of approaching ovulation include increased, ...
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