294: Just realized your period was missing? This Q&A is for you

In this episode, Ashley sits down with registered dietitian and author Lily Nichols to discuss her insights on hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) and the role of nutrition in recovery. Together, they dive into Lily's new book, Real Food for Fertility, and her latest webinar, Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: Optimizing Nutrition to Restore the Menstrual Cycle. Lily shares her evidence-based yet practical perspective, emphasizing the power of nutrition for fertility. Whether you're navigating HA yourself or supporting others in recovery, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss!Lily’s webinar:https://whnacademy.com/product/hypothalamic-amenorrhea/Lily's books:https://lilynicholsrdn.com/books/Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Ashley chats with Kasey Shuler, personal trainer and co-founder of Joyful Healthful Co. Kasey shares her personal journey of navigating diet and fitness culture and how she ultimately found freedom and balance through a grace-fueled, intuitive approach to movement. Together with her partner Aubrey, a registered dietitian, Kasey teaches women how to embrace joyful movement and eat well, guided by faith and body positivity. Tune in as Kasey discusses how her work empowers women to let go of restrictive health rules and instead embrace health rhythms that honor their bodies and God’s grace.Connect with Kasey here:https://www.joyfulhealth.co/aboutJoin The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today I answer listener questions from people who are new to the world of hypothalamic amenorrhea and are trying to understand why they have a missing period, what they can do to bring their period back and how to keep it!Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lot's of Q&A today all about HA recovery, of course...Resources mentioned:Get the free Recovery Ideas meal guide:https://thehasociety.com/mealguideGet the Period Recovery Game Planner:https://www.thehasociety.com/store/p/period-recovery-gameplannerQuestions are:1. How many minutes, sets, reps of exercise do you do? I don't know why wrapping my head around exercising differently is so hard. Thank you for your content! I'm binging on your videos2. I have moved overseas 3 years ago (a completely different timezone) and wonder if this could be why my periods are still missing. 'm really wondering if living on a different timezone than where I grew up can throw things off this much or my body doesn't trust me when I'm alone?3. Period recovery when everyone around you and in your household is extra "healthy"?4. Figuring out if you have HA or insulin resistance or something else?5. Is it ok if my exercise is still really light?and more!Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Olivia is 25 years old and shares her story about developing hypothalamic amenorrhea! After receiving the wrong messages early on (like all of us, right?) she went through some serious turmoil to get the answers she really needed, which ended up coming from a helpful doctor. She got her period back really recently so shares the story fresh on her mind.I hope you enjoy this show!Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jalissa was in a recent Restore Your Fertility Group coaching program to get her missing period of 2 years back. She had tried to work through hypothalamic amenorrhea on her own, but notice herself being stubborn about the whole thing.Finally she bit the bullet to join the program and do the work, and today she shares her story of how she developed in to an amenorrhea state and the changes she personally had to make to reverse out. She also shares how eye opening and life changing of an experience it has been for her!Join The Restore Your Fertility Group Programhttp://thehasociety.com/restore-liveJoin The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Amanda shares her relatable recovery journey from diet culture and restrictive habits that left her moody, stressed, and disconnected. Exercise and being the "fit girl" became her identity, but she reached a breaking point where change was necessary. Amanda talks about the physical and mental challenges of recovery, including body changes and mindset shifts.A transformative moment in her journey was attending The Rest Retreat, where she found community, connection, and the courage to nourish herself alongside other women. Seeing others embrace recovery helped her let go of isolation and rebuild her health. Now, as a thriving mother, Amanda reflects on how recovery has made her more present and joyful.Tune in for her inspiring story of resilience and the power of healing in community. Join Our Next Rest Retreathttp://thehasociety.com/retreatJoin The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Sarah shares her journey of being misdiagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) after coming off hormonal birth control and not getting her period. Despite being prescribed metformin and told to maintain her “healthy” lifestyle, Sarah suspected something wasn’t right. Through her own research, she discovered hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) and joined our Restore Your Fertility program. With the right support, Sarah recovered her period naturally and regained trust in her body. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and learn how to advocate for yourself in your recovery journey!Get The HA Lab Guide:https://www.thehasociety.com/labguideJoin The Restore Your Fertility Group Programhttp://thehasociety.com/restore-liveJoin The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we’re joined by one of our original members, Megan, who has been an integral part of The HA Society for over 2.5 years. Megan’s deep understanding and supportive presence in our community make her an honorary coach in our eyes. She’s here to answer your pressing questions about HA recovery, perimenopause, and everything in between.What we cover in this episode:✨ Can you recover from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) during perimenopause?✨ Why cycling naturally in your reproductive years is vital before menopause.✨ How to evaluate if your workout routine is too intense for recovery.✨ What constitutes a “light bleed,” and is brown blood something to worry about?Megan shares her wisdom, lived experience, and actionable advice for navigating recovery with confidence. Whether you’re just starting your HA journey or facing unique challenges like perimenopause, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!Tune in to learn from one of our community’s most seasoned members and get inspired on your path to healing.Megan Viggers Blog:https://meganv.substack.com/Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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