Periods Without Borders: How Days for Girls Is Restoring Dignity and Hope Around the World

Send us a textIn this powerful episode, Cody Sanders sits down with Tiffany Larson, CEO of Days for Girls International, to uncover the truth about period poverty—a global issue affecting millions of women and girls who lack access to menstrual care and education. Tiffany shares how Days for Girls is restoring dignity and opportunity through sustainable menstrual health solutions in over 150 countries.From handmade kits that keep girls in school to community-led education and empowerment programs, this conversation is a reminder that one small act of compassion can change the trajectory of a girl’s life.Cody also shares how her company, Mixhers, is joining forces with Days for Girls for a community event on November 14, where women will gather to assemble menstrual kits and make a tangible difference together.⸻In This Episode, You’ll Learn:    •    What period poverty really means and how it impacts health, education, and opportunity.    •    The inspiring story behind Days for Girls International and how it’s empowering women through sustainable change.    •    How education and locally led sewing enterprises are transforming entire communities.    •    The ripple effect of one act of service — and how you can be part of the global movement.    •    Details about the Mixhers x Days for Girls community event and how to get involved.⸻Key Quotes:“It’s not charity — it’s empowerment. The goal is for communities to lead their own menstrual health initiatives long after Days for Girls leaves.” — Tiffany Larson“Every girl deserves to stay in school, every woman deserves dignity — and something as simple as a pad can be the difference between staying home or stepping into her potential.” — Cody Sanders⸻Join the MovementBe part of something bigger.Mixhers and Days for Girls are teaming up for a community service event on Thursday, November 14, to assemble menstrual kits for women and girls worldwide.📅 Event Date: November 14Even if you can’t attend in person, there are many ways to help — from donating to volunteering or simply spreading the word. Every action matters.⸻Follow and support @daysforgirls Follow @mixhers and @codyjeansanders on Instagram for more inspiring conversations that empower women to live in harmony with their hormones — and with each other.⸻Together, we can end period poverty — one cycle at a time.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textIf you’ve been dismissed by doctors, brushed off with “it’s just stress,” or feel like you’re doing everything right but still don’t feel like yourself — this episode is for you.Cody sits down with Kim Rogers, better known online as The Worm Queen and founder of RogersHood Apothecary, to uncover the hidden links between parasites, mold, and chronic symptoms that keep so many women feeling exhausted, foggy, and frustrated.After nearly losing her life to a mystery illness that conventional medicine couldn’t solve, Kim became her own best advocate — and discovered that parasites, mold, and toxins were silently hijacking her health. Today, she helps millions of women decode their symptoms and detox their bodies safely so they can reclaim their energy and vitality.Together, Cody and Kim dive into:The symptoms that might actually signal parasites or mold exposureHidden sources of toxins in your everyday life (you’ll be shocked!)How to start cleansing safely — without fear or overwhelmWhy your symptoms are messages, not mistakesSteps to detox, recover, and finally feel like yourself againThis conversation will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and equipped with practical tools to start your own healing journey — one gentle step at a time.⸻Connect with Kim Rogers•Website: RogersHood Apothecary•Podcast: What’s Eating U?!•Instagram: @thewormqueen Connect with Cody•Instagram: @codyjeansanders•Shop Hormone-Supporting Supplements: mixhers.com — use code CODY for savings!•Listen weekly at It’s Hertime PodcastDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textWhat if emotional eating isn’t really about the food—but about what’s beneath it?In this deeply compassionate and eye-opening conversation, Cody sits down with Amber Romaniuk, Emotional Eating, Digestive, and Hormone Expert and creator of the Body Freedom™ Method, to explore how women can heal from the inside out.Amber shares her personal journey of overcoming emotional eating and body image struggles, revealing the emotional and physiological roots behind our relationship with food. Together, Cody and Amber unpack how hormones, stress, gut health, and self-worth all play a powerful role in the cycle of emotional eating—and how freedom begins with self-awareness and compassion.You’ll learn:•The difference between emotional eating, binge eating, and food addiction•How hormone imbalances and blood sugar swings can trigger emotional cravings•Why perfectionism and people-pleasing often keep women stuck•The deeper emotional and energetic layers that must be addressed for lasting healing•Practical first steps to begin creating peace with food, body, and selfIf you’ve ever felt out of control with food or disconnected from your body, this episode will remind you: You’re not broken—and you’re not alone. Healing your relationship with food is one of the most powerful ways to reclaim your energy, confidence, and hormonal balance.⸻Connect with Amber: Instagram: @amberromaniukLearn more about the Body Freedom™ Method Here!⸻Connect with Cody: Follow @codyjeansanders and @mixhersSip your way to better hormone health with Mixhers — use code CODY for a special discountDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textIn today’s episode, we’re exploring a sacred and often-overlooked chapter of womanhood—the Pre-Conception Era. Whether motherhood is part of your story or not, this phase represents the powerful years where your body, hormones, and energy are preparing for what’s next.Cody sits down with Anna Finck, a Wellness Architect and Lifestyle Designer who blends science and spirituality through her Embodied Wellness philosophy. Together, they unpack what it means to become an embodied woman—one who listens to her body, honors her rhythms, and reconnects to her own inner wisdom.They discuss how to support your hormones, digestion, and vitality during the years before conception (or major life transformation), and why symptoms like fatigue, irregular cycles, or mood changes are messages—not malfunctions.This conversation feels like a warm hug mixed with a biology class and a soul session all in one.⸻In This Episode, You’ll Learn:•What the Pre-Conception Era really is—and why it’s one of the most transformative times in a woman’s life•How to become an Embodied Woman by reconnecting to your body’s intelligence•Why modern wellness needs both science and spirituality•Daily practices and rituals that support your hormones and energy naturally•How to decode your body’s signals instead of silencing them•The link between embodiment, fertility, and personal evolution⸻Favorite Moments•“We’ve been taught to override our bodies, but embodiment invites us to listen instead.”•“Symptoms aren’t random—they’re invitations to deeper awareness.”•“Pre-conception isn’t just about preparing for motherhood—it’s about preparing for your next evolution as a woman.”⸻Connect with Anna Finck•Instagram: @iamannafinck•Website: www.annafinck.com•Explore her Embodied Wellness offeringsConnect with Cody + Mixhers•Follow Cody on Instagram: @codyjeansanders•Learn more about Mixhers: www.mixhers.com•Use code CODY for 15% off your Mixhers favoritesDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textWhat if your “mystery symptoms” weren’t random — but actually connected?In today’s episode, Cody sits down with Dr. Diana Driscoll, an optometrist, researcher, inventor, and patient advocate who turned her own medical mystery into groundbreaking discoveries that are changing lives.After years of struggling with unexplained dizziness, gut issues, fatigue, and “just anxiety” diagnoses, Dr. Driscoll uncovered key links between the vagus nerve, neurotransmitters, and the body’s stress response — and how they drive conditions like POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and other “invisible illnesses.”Together, Cody and Dr. Driscoll unpack:•What POTS actually is (in real-world language).•Why so many women are misdiagnosed or dismissed.•The misunderstood role of the vagus nerve—and why “stimulating it” might not be the fix you think it is.•How gut health, neurotransmitters, and the autonomic nervous system all connect.•Why SIBO treatment often fails — and what her research discovered about healing it naturally.•The powerful comeback story of her son, who went from years out of school to living a full, healthy life again.•Practical steps for self-advocacy, testing, and finding real answers.If you’ve ever felt dismissed, dizzy, or defeated by your symptoms, this conversation will bring clarity and hope. You’ll walk away with a new understanding of your body—and a reminder that you’re not broken, you’re just waiting to be understood.✨ Mentioned in this episode:Dr. Diana Driscoll’s work and resources: WebsiteHer book The Driscoll TheoryInstagram“You’re not crazy, you’re not broken — your body is communicating. We just have to learn how to listen.” — Dr. Diana DriscollFeeling off? Sip your way back to balance. I use Mixhers everyday to support my hormones - and you can too! Use code: Cody at Mixhers.comDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textLadies, let’s be real—we’ve all had those moments standing in front of the mirror thinking, “If I could just fix this one thing, then I’d feel beautiful.” But here’s the truth: no serum, facial, or filler will ever create a lasting glow if the voice in your head is full of self-criticism.In today’s empowering conversation, I’m joined by Sandra Lena Silverman—author of From BS to Botox: A Rebel’s Guide to Self-Love and Eternal Youth and the unapologetic, bold voice behind an Instagram community of over 250k women. Sandra is a life coach, speaker, and truth-teller who’s flipping the beauty script—reminding us that self-love and mindset matter just as much (if not more) than skincare and beauty products.Together, we’re exploring:✨ Why so many women chase products but skip the mindset work✨ How healing past trauma can transform how you see yourself in the mirror✨ The difference between empowering beauty rituals vs. covering up pain✨ Sandra’s own “rebel self-care routine” that blends Botox and self-love✨ Practical mindset practices to stop self-criticism and start glowing from withinThis episode will make you laugh, nod along, and maybe even rethink the way you look at your reflection. Sandra’s honesty is refreshing, and her message is clear: you don’t have to choose between outer beauty and inner healing—you deserve both.📚 Grab Sandra’s book From BS to Botox and connect with her on Instagram @sandralenasilverman for daily doses of truth, humor, and empowerment.💡 If you’ve ever wondered how to feel radiant without chasing perfection, this conversation is your reminder: true transformation starts with how you speak to yourself.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textMotherhood is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also feel relentless. Between endless to-dos, stress, and hormonal shifts, it’s easy for moms to put themselves last. But what if the key to thriving in motherhood is learning to tend to yourself first?In this inspiring conversation, Cody sits down with Holly Swenson—award-winning author, wellness blogger, and mom of four—to talk about why self-care is anything but selfish. Holly shares her story of raising her four “gurus,” practical tools for bringing gentility and balance into everyday parenting, and how caring for your own wellness impacts your hormones, relationships, and family life.You’ll learn: Why “tending to yourself” is the foundation for thriving, not just survivingHow stress disrupts hormones—and what you can do about itPractical ways to balance parenting with grace and gentilityThe power of modeling wellness for your kids (without aiming for perfection)How small, consistent steps toward self-care ripple into every area of your lifeThis episode is a beautiful reminder that when moms care for themselves, everyone benefits.⸻ Key Takeaways•Your hormones respond directly to how you care for yourself.•Stress management is not optional—it’s a root-cause solution for hormonal harmony.•Thriving in motherhood means shifting from perfectionism to gentility.•Modeling wellness is more powerful than preaching it.⸻Resources & Links•Connect with Holly Swenson: https://liveyourglow.live/•Grab Holly’s book: Stop, Drop, Grow and Glow•Follow Cody on Instagram: @codyjeansanders•Learn more about Mixhers: mixhers.com Use code: Cody for special listener discount.⸻How to Support the ShowIf you loved today’s episode:1.Share it with a mama friend who needs encouragement2.Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify3.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of It’s HertimeDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textAre you doing “all the right things” and still stuck with fatigue, stubborn weight, or hormone chaos? You’re not alone—and the missing piece might not just be your metabolism or hormones, it might also be your liver.In this bold and eye-opening conversation, Coach Lisa Pickart, founder of the LifeBack System™, shares how she lost 127 pounds, reversed autoimmune disease, and built a healing protocol that’s transforming women’s lives across the country.With over 45 years of experience in the health, nutrition, and fitness industry—and features in Shape, Women’s Day, and Muscle & Fitness—Lisa reveals why traditional dieting fails, how liver dysfunction hides in plain sight, and what it really takes to create lasting transformation from the inside out.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:•Why liver health is the true key to metabolism, hormone balance, and weight loss•The hidden signs of fatty liver most women miss•Why dieting and detoxes often make liver dysfunction worse•How shifting from weight loss to healing creates real transformation•The exact strategies Lisa uses in her LifeBack System™ to help women regenerate their health, release weight, and reclaim energy•How liver dysfunction can mimic hormone imbalance and confuse even doctors•Simple, practical steps you can take today to begin healing your liverWhy This Matters:If you’ve been told your body is broken or that you’re “just getting older,” this episode will flip the script. Healing doesn’t start with punishment or restriction—it starts with permission and nourishment.⸻Resources & Links:•Connect with Coach Lisa Pickart & learn more about the LifeBack System™: WebsiteYouTube•Follow Cody on Instagram: @codyjeansanders•Try Mixhers supplements that support your hormones: Use code: CodyMixhers Metabolic BalanceDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textWhat if healthcare wasn’t about managing symptoms—but about unlocking your body’s full potential?In this powerful episode of It’s Hertime, Cody sits down with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, a board-certified physician and expert in hormone balance, metabolic health, and performance medicine. Dr. Gajer is the founder of The Gajer Practice and a contributing author to Triumphs of Transformation. Her mission is clear: to give women the personalized, science-backed care they deserve.Together, Cody and Dr. Gajer explore:•Why so many women are dismissed or reduced to “normal” lab ranges—and how performance medicine flips that model.•What personalized protocols actually look like in practice and why they’re more effective than one-size-fits-all solutions.•How optimized health goes beyond symptom relief—restoring energy, sleep, cognition, and confidence.•The blind spots high-achieving and midlife women often miss in their own health journeys.•What the future of women’s healthcare looks like when personalization, partnership, and empowerment lead the way.Whether you’re in midlife burnout, navigating hormonal shifts, or simply refusing to settle for feeling “just okay,” this episode will remind you: you are not broken, and you are not imagining your symptoms. There is another way forward—and it’s personalized.Connect with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer: Here!Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Send us a textWhat if the secret to becoming a more confident, intuitive, and powerful decision-maker was already built into your body?In this episode of It’s Hertime, I’m joined by the amazing Jessica Frew—speaker, podcaster, and author of the upcoming book Shove Your Shoulds. Together, we dive into how hormonal changes across your cycle literally reshape your brain week by week, and how tuning into those shifts can help you trust yourself, silence the “shoulds,” and start making decisions that truly align with who you are.We’ll walk through each phase of the cycle—menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, and luteal—unpacking the unique decision-making strengths of each one. Jessica shares her own stories of clarity, courage, and timing, and I’ll give you the science-backed roadmap for syncing your decisions with your body’s natural rhythm.If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed yourself, or pushed through choices at the wrong time, this episode will help you flip the script. Your cycle isn’t a burden—it’s a built-in decision-making superpower.In This Episode You’ll Learn:•Why your brain changes every week of your cycle•How to use each phase of your cycle for specific decision-making strengths•Real-life stories of syncing bold decisions with hormonal rhythms•How to start tracking your own cycle for clarity and confidence•Why letting go of “shoulds” creates space for authentic, empowered choicesJessica’s message is powerful: you don’t need to wait to feel brave—you can start now by trusting your gut and working with your cycle.✨ Jessica’s book, Shove Your Shoulds, is out this September—don’t miss the chance to preorder!✨ Ready to support your cycle health so you can step into this power? Try Mixhers Hertime. Use my code CODY for a special discount.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders