Overcoming Period Issues: A Holistic Approach Beyond Birth Control
If you’ve been experiencing issues such as excessive bleeding, severe cramps, missed periods, infertility, irregular cycles, or mid-cycle bleeding, you’re not alone. These concerns can be both frustrating and debilitating, often interfering with daily life. Ideally, menstruation should be a natural process that doesn’t cause significant pain or disruption. In fact, periods have been referred to as the “fifth vital sign” because they provide critical insights into our overall health. Just as we monitor heart rate, respiration, temperature, and blood pressure, our menstrual cycle can reveal underlying issues, particularly with our hormones.
A Holistic Approach to Hormonal Imbalances
Did you know there is a holistic alternative to managing period issues, beyond relying on birth control? While birth control is commonly prescribed to manage symptoms, it only serves as a temporary mask for underlying hormonal imbalances. The “period” experienced while on birth control is actually a withdrawal bleed triggered by synthetic hormones, not a true menstrual cycle. While there are instances when birth control is necessary, it does not address the root causes of period problems or regulate your cycle. To truly restore balance, hormone coaching offers a natural, whole-body approach that supports hormonal health.
What is Hormone Coaching?
Hormone coaching is a specialized form of health coaching designed to address hormonal imbalances. Through a holistic approach, we focus on balancing hormones by improving key aspects of your lifestyle including: diet, stress management, sleep hygiene, and exercise. The overall goal is to enhance whole body-well being, and to support the body naturally in restoring hormonal balance. Each holistic, non-invasive plan is tailored to the individual’s needs that is specific to your unique hormone needs.
Why Genesis Hormone Coaching?
With Genesis Hormone Coaching, Dr. Jen Holt, PT, DPT, offers a unique and comprehensive approach to hormone and pelvic health. Dr. Jen is not only a certified hormone coach through the Institute for Menstrual Health, but also a specialized pelvic floor therapist. With extensive training in both pelvic and hormonal issues, she combines holistic and conventional methods to address your health concerns.
If you’re ready to explore a holistic, effective solution for your period issues, Genesis Hormone Coaching is here to help you achieve lasting balance and well-being.
