I'm Hormonal | functional hormone insight + advice
If you're looking for information on women's hormone health, how to support your menstrual cycle, and what you need to know for long term wellness--look no further. I'm Hormonal host, Bridget Walton, provides you with the information you need to get your hormones in balance so you can feel your best.
Episodes
48 episodes since 2023
Womb Healing: From Energetic Blockages to Rejuvenation with Maddie Juracka
If you're new to womb healing, this is the place for you to learn the basics and understand how it can be a valuable tool for you as you move through life. Creating an environment of safety and trust in your pelvic bowl can support your overall...
September 17, 2024
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Episode 47
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51:31
Understanding endometriosis with Andoeni: myths, early symptoms, and your options
This week, Bridget talks with Andoeni about all things endometriosis. This episode is for you if you have endo, if a friend has endo, or if you are curious about this condition that impacts approximately 1 in 10 menstruators. You'll lea...
September 10, 2024
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Episode 46
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53:48
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 6: A phase by phase break down
Download your free cycle syncing guide to get more familiar with how you can incorporate this practice into your routine. CLICK HERE.This is the last of six episodes in this cycle s...
August 24, 2024
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Episode 45
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33:56
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 5: Ovulation ovulation ovulation... it's a central event to be in tune with when cycle syncing
Are you interested in cycle syncing but you're not familiar with your body's signs of ovulation? Listen to this shortie episode to learn why ovulation is key to think about so you can get the most bang for your cycle-syncing-buck, but also beca...
August 15, 2024
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Episode 44
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16:09
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 4: Workshop to get clear on your phases
Follow along with this workshop by downloading the Cycle Syncing Workshop! CLICK HERE.Not sure which exact days in your cycle correlate with each cycle phase? This episode will be p...
August 07, 2024
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Episode 43
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22:56
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 3: Why you should balance hormones pre-cycle syncing
Thinking about cycle syncing? You're in the right place. But did you know that cycle syncing might not be the right tool to help you actually overcome your hormone imbalance? Learn about why you should consider focusing on balancing your hormon...
July 29, 2024
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Episode 42
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14:45
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 2: The pre-work that can set you up for success
Curious about how to harmonize your lifestyle with your menstrual cycle? If you're wondering how you can start cycle syncing, this episode is for you. You certainly can dive right in. BUT. If you take a minute to get familiar with your cycle be...
July 22, 2024
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Episode 41
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19:22
Cycle Syncing Series, Ep 1: Why do it? What's the benefit?
Have you heard about cycle syncing but aren't sure what's the point? This episode is for you. Today you'll hear about the benefits of cycle syncing and how it can enhance your experience and relationship to self.Download my free cycle s...
July 12, 2024
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Episode 40
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15:36
Where does cycle syncing fall short?
You'll hear about why cycle syncing can sometimes fall short of the mark. Cycle syncing is amazing because it helps you to listen to your body and learn about how it changes throughout the cycle. It doesn't, however, help you to overcome hormon...
July 08, 2024
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Episode 39
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17:44
Menopause belly: what's behind it + what you can do
If you're a menstruator who is lucky enough to live into old age, you'll find yourself navigating perimenopause and then menopause one day. For a lot of gals out there, this can come with unwanted weight retention. Losing weight isn't the same ...
June 18, 2024
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Episode 38
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17:22
Menstrual migraines: hormonal causes and how to manage them
Do you suffer from migraines? Are you wondering if they could be related to your menstrual cycle? Join me, Bridget, for this conversation on how your hormone fluctuations can unfortunately lead to migraine pain. We'll look at the causes of migr...
June 15, 2024
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Episode 37
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15:09
How summer & sunshine support your hormones
Have you ever wondered how the change of seasons may be influencing your hormones? Join me, Bridget Walton, as we explore the interplay between summertime and your hormones. Sunlight, social connection, and time in nature are all good for...
June 05, 2024
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Episode 36
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24:55
What is a hormone after all?
#35. If you're new to the hormone conversation, this episode is for you. Today you've got a shortie episode about the basics of hormones. You'll learn:- What are hormones?- What functions do hormones allow our bodies to perform?- Wh...
May 30, 2024
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Episode 35
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23:21
How to eat for consistent energy throughout your day
#34. Spoiler alert! Protein protein protein.If you have daily afternoon energy crashes then this episode is for you. Bridget talks through an average day of meals for her and how they benefit consistent energy levels throughout the day....
May 19, 2024
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Episode 34
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23:27
Postpartum hormonal changes
#33. In this Mother's Day episode you'll learn about how hormones change after you... become a mother! There are a lot of hormonal changes during pregnancy and postpartum of course. Understanding what those changes are can be helpful in navigat...
May 08, 2024
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Episode 33
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17:48
Why you should eat before a morning workout
#32. If you're someone with low energy or mid-day energy drop off AND you're in the practice of working out before breakfast... this episode is for you. Bridget talks about what happens on your bod (hormonally) when you workout on an empty stom...
April 30, 2024
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Episode 32
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16:53
The basics of your cycle and hormone fluctuations
#31. This episode is for you if you're new to learning about your cycle, your hormones, and how it all works. Bridget walks through the basics of:- Normal cycle lengths, bleed lengths, and cycle length variations- The four phases of the...
April 26, 2024
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Episode 31
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17:03
Endocrine disruptors + 6 ways to limit your exposure
#30. What is one of the main causes of hormone imbalance? Endocrine disrupting chemicals. You've heard of them before, surely, and today we'll talk about how they can impact your body and reproductive system. Topics include:- Recent...
April 19, 2024
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Episode 30
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24:35
Your body is the healer: acupuncture & herbalism with Daniel Schwartz
#29. Are you curious about acupuncture, herbalism, and Chinese medicine? Have you considered how seeking a plan tailored to your specific symptoms and experience could help you achieve your health and hormone goals? Bridget interviewed ...
April 09, 2024
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Episode 29
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54:57
Cervical mucus: why, when, how much, and who cares
#27. Have you ever noticed a pattern in your cervical mucus? The white or clear liquid that gathers in your undies throughout the month. This episode walks you through what cervical mucus is, why you have it, what it does, and what it can revea...
March 21, 2024
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Episode 27
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16:13
Perimenopause: what to know about midlife's hormonal shift
#28. Perimenopause? She's menopause's sister and is our topic for today. The transitional time between your regular fertile/cycling years and your non-menstruating years (menopause) can illicit changes in your hormones and the way you feel norm...
March 21, 2024
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Episode 28
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23:08
Holistic Chiropractic and Nutrition Strategies with Dr. Anna Melendez
#26. This week Bridget talks with Dr. Anna Melendez, a holistic chiropractor who practices in North County San Diego. With a background in nutrition, Dr. Anna has a passion for supporting women along their health journey and she shares insights...
March 12, 2024
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Episode 26
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41:23
How to start tracking your cycle
#25. This week we are talking about cycle tracking: what is it, why can it be an asset to your health, and how do we get started? Host, Bridget Walton, shares details about her cycle tracking styles throughout the past six years and overviews t...
March 09, 2024
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Episode 25
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19:19
Exercise & Your Cycling Hormones: How to Find Synergy
#24. Discover the power of syncing your fitness plan with the rhythm of your menstrual cycle for a transformative approach to health and wellness. I'm Bridget Walton, here to guide you through the ebb and flow of hormones and how they interplay...
February 29, 2024
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Episode 24
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23:34
23. Why you cry before your bleed
Have you ever wondered why your emotions seem to turn up a notch just before that time of the month? Join me, Bridget Walton, as we take a poignant journey through the hormonal fluctuations that trigger these intense feelings and uncover ways t...
February 20, 2024
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Episode 23
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24:56