Hormone Health for Moms - Hormone balance, Insulin resistance, Boost Energy, Cortisol, Blood sugar
*TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST*
Feeling exhausted no matter how much you sleep? Dealing with stubborn weight that won’t budge, unpredictable digestion, or energy crashes that hit hard, especially after having kids?
Do you feel like your body is working against you, and no matter how “healthy” you try to be, you’re still bloated, burnt out, and wondering what happened to the old you?
I’m Sara Moreira, nurse, functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, and mom of 4. After walking through my own journey of postpartum depletion, flatlined cortisol, and gut imbalances, I know what it’s like to feel dismissed, misdiagnosed, and told “everything looks normal” when you feel anything but.
For years I was stuck in the cycle of clean eating, supplement guessing, and chasing symptom after symptom until I discovered how powerful it is to work with the body, not against it.
Now I blend functional lab testing with ancestral rhythms, mineral balancing, and a faith-rooted, nervous system-supportive approach to help women restore their metabolism, digestion, and energy after having kids.
Inside the Hormone Healing for Moms Podcast, we go beyond quick fixes and diets to uncover the root causes of chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, bloating, hair loss, and weight loss resistance.
You’ll learn how to reset your circadian rhythm, balance your master hormones like insulin and cortisol, and nourish your body back to safety with simple, science-backed strategies rooted in both functional medicine and God-designed healing.
Each episode will help you understand your body on a deeper level so you can get real results that last without burning out or giving up the things that matter most. Because true healing isn’t just physical, it’s spiritual too.
Let’s redefine what it means to bounce back after kids and walk in the healing and wholeness you were always meant for.
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Episodes
Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
Join my weight loss workshop LIVE! https://functionalmom.myflodesk.com/workshop
3 Steps to Balance Your Hormones for Sustainable Weight Loss happening September 16th at 12 PM EST. If you’ve tried everything and still can’t lose weight, there’s likely a root hormone imbalance holding you back. In just one hour, you’ll discover the key to restoring your metabolism, balancing your blood sugar, and finally seeing results that last. Plus free giveaway entries for everyone who joins live!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The 8 common health myths Alexandra exposes in her book Discover God’s Health Wisdom
Why God’s design for healing is different from quick-fix approaches
How to discern what’s true in the sea of conflicting health advice
The importance of aligning your daily habits with biblical principles
How a faith-centered approach can lead to deeper, longer-lasting transformation
Simple Faith-Based Steps to Overcome Fatigue and Chronic Illness (free guide) - https://herholistichealing.com/free/ Her Holistic Healing podcast Discover God's Health Wisdom: Exposing 8 Common Myths That Keep You Sick
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.
Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
Join my LIVE free weight loss workshop on September 16th at 12PM EST!
Sign up here: https://functionalmom.myflodesk.com/workshop
The back-to-school season is a fresh opportunity to reset your routines and reclaim your health especially if you’ve struggled with weight loss in the past. In this episode, I’m sharing practical, hormone-friendly strategies to support sustainable weight loss that fits your busy mom life.
You’ll learn:
Why balancing blood sugar is the foundation for fat loss and how seasonal habits can help or hurt it
How adjusting your eating schedule around kids’ routines can stabilize cortisol and improve energy
Simple ways to shift in fall to benefit your weight loss and energy efforts!
Whether you’re packing lunches, juggling after-school activities, or just trying to find a moment for yourself, these tips will help you build momentum toward your healthiest season yet.
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
Feeling like sugar has a grip on you?You’re not alone, so many moms find themselves constantly craving sweets, especially when they’re tired, stressed, or juggling endless to-do lists. But sugar cravings aren’t just about willpower. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 4 root causes of sugar cravings for moms so you can finally understand why they happen and what you can do to stop them for good.
As a nurse and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, I work with busy, exhausted moms every day to uncover the hidden reasons behind cravings, fatigue, and weight loss resistance and today, I’m sharing the exact strategies I use with my clients so you can start feeling better fast.
You’ll learn:
Why your blood sugar roller coaster is fueling your cravings
How minerals and nutrient depletion play a huge role in sweet tooth struggles
The connection between stress, cortisol, and your energy crashes
Why circadian rhythm and meal timing matter more than you think
Simple, practical steps to reduce cravings naturally — no extreme diets or endless restriction
If you’re a mom who’s tired of battling sugar cravings every afternoon or evening, this episode will help you finally take control, feel more energized, and break free from the cycle.
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Ready to finally get answers and personalized support? Book a 1:1 Hormone Health Strategy Session with me! We’ll review your symptoms, identify the root cause, and walk away with a customized action plan so you’re no longer guessing.
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
If you’re a mom in your 30s and you’re dealing with mood swings, heavy periods, PMS, low libido, or waking up at 2 AM, you might be thinking, "My hormones must be a mess!" And you're not wrong… but what if the real issue started before your hormones even got involved?
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into why so many hormone symptoms in your 30s—like hair loss, irritability, fatigue, and low sex drive—are actually rooted in blood sugar instability and insulin resistance. I’ll explain how chronically spiking or dropping blood sugar dysregulates your entire hormone cascade
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.
Friday Aug 01, 2025
Friday Aug 01, 2025
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Learn what you need for more energy & weight loss the right way!
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Leisha Drews — fellow FDN-P, registered nurse, and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast for a powerful conversation about women’s hormones, cycle health, and the real impact of birth control.
We unpack why your period is so much more than just a monthly inconvenience, how hormonal birth control is affecting far more than just fertility, and how you can start tracking your cycle naturally to support your energy, metabolism, and long-term health. Whether you're postpartum, considering coming off birth control, or just want to better understand your body, this episode will empower you with real, root-cause answers.
What We Cover in This Episode:
Why your period is a vital sign of your health
What hormonal birth control really does to your body (that no one talks about)
Signs your cycle is out of balance
How to naturally track your cycle with confidence
How understanding your hormones can improve fatigue, mood, and metabolism
The first steps to restoring your cycle after hormonal birth control
Meet Leisha Drews:
Leisha Drews is an RN, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and the host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast. She helps women balance their hormones naturally so they can feel energized, empowered, and confident in their bodies again — without relying on bandaid fixes.
Connect with Leisha:
Instagram: @leishadrews
Website: www.leishadrews.com
Podcast: Happily Hormonal Podcast
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
You’re doing all the right things, eating clean, working out, trying to sleep, but the scale isn’t moving and your energy is flat.
You go to the doctor, and they say:“Everything looks normal.”But you know it’s not.
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through three functional labs I use with clients to finally get answers when weight won’t budge, fatigue is constant, and you feel dismissed by conventional care.
Here’s what we cover:
Why normal labs don’t always reflect how you feel
How your minerals (HTMA), gut health (GI-MAP), and mitochondria (OAT) are often the missing puzzle pieces
What these labs tell us about stress, hormone imbalances, inflammation, and gut dysfunction before it shows up on standard labs
Real examples of what I see in exhausted, burned-out moms and how we support healing
If you’re tired of dead ends and want a deeper root cause approach to your fatigue and weight loss resistance after babies, this one’s for you.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Did you know that summer offers a natural opportunity to reset your metabolism and energy especially as a busy mom? In this episode, I share the powerful connection between circadian rhythm and seasonal healing, why summer is a hidden weight loss window, and what simple steps you can take to sync your body for real, lasting results. If you’re tired of pushing through fatigue, bloating, and stubborn weight, this is your sign to align with the seasons instead of working against them.
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Learn what you need for more energy & weight loss the right way!
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked reasons women, especially busy moms, struggle to lose weight: dysregulated cortisol. If you feel like you’re doing all the right things but the weight still won’t budge, this one’s for you.
You’ll learn:✅ How cortisol makes your body hold onto fat✅ Why both high and low cortisol can slow your metabolism✅ The symptoms of cortisol imbalance that women often ignore✅ Why “eat less, move more” might be doing more harm than good✅ How to test your cortisol and what your results actually mean✅ Real solutions to help your body feel safe enough to release weight
Friday Jul 18, 2025
Friday Jul 18, 2025
If you’ve ever gone down a Google rabbit hole trying to figure out what’s safe, effective, or just plain hype, this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, I chat with certified health educator Heather Bedard about how to quickly tell whether a piece of health advice is trustworthy or not, how to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office without second-guessing, and how to tell the difference between helpful holistic tools and overhyped fads. This is your guide to building a foundation of health wisdom that actually feels good and aligns with your values as a mom.
What You’ll Learn:
The 3 biggest red flags to watch for when scrolling through health content
A simple trick to tell if a study is reliable (without needing to be a scientist)
How to advocate for yourself in the medical world (even if you’ve been dismissed before)
Heather’s method for filtering out fads from truly helpful holistic practices
Why “doing your own research” doesn’t have to be overwhelming or time-consuming
Connect with Heather:Email: info@heatherbedard.comPodcast: Holistic Health Strategies for MomsWebsite: www.heatherbedard.comFB Group: Holistic health strategies for moms
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Join me for 1:1 coaching -->https://functionalmom.com/work-with-me
Let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you and help you feel like yourself again.
Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Hormone Health for Moms
Instagram -＞@functional_mom
Resources - > 7 day Drainage guide!
Think your hormone issues are all about your ovaries or cycle? Not so fast.In this episode, I break down three sneaky signs your gut might actually be the reason your hormones feel off like constant bloating, mood swings, and weight loss resistance.
You'll hear:
Why gut infections (like parasites or dysbiosis) can throw off your entire hormone balance
The real connection between constipation and estrogen overload
How food sensitivities and inflammation in your gut can trigger hormone symptoms like mood swings and period problems
What I look for on gut tests like the GI-MAP
And what to do first if you’re feeling stuck and inflamed
If you’ve been chasing your hormones and not seeing results, your gut might be the missing piece.
Mentioned in This Episode:
GI-MAP testing
Mineral balancing + drainage
Estrogen detox and hormone recycling
How I work with clients using a whole-body, root-cause approach