Orla’s Happy Hormones

Ep.29 How unresolved emotions manifest physically

What was meant to be an episode on knowing your body from ovulation to Feminine Sexuality turned into The Body Mind Connection. I talk about: -The Body holding onto old traumas -Where your pain is and what emotion is connected with it -Releasing old traumas and working with emotions instead of running from them. -Using Massage to release emotions Happy Friday & Happy Hormones 💜🌸💜

Ep.28 Q&A with the listeners

Órla’s Happy Hormones Podcast has just gone live.  This weeks episode is a Q&A style episode.  I love these podcasts.  I get to hear from you the listeners and what it is you want to know more about. . . Question 1: My PMT seems to be worse after insertion of Mirena Coil...Help. . . Question 2: I have large fibroids, any advice for dealing with these? . . Question 3: You always talk about open communication in relationships.  I don’t know how to openly talk to my boyfriend about our sex life.  Any advice on how to get started? Click the link in bio to have a listen. Happy Full Moon & Happy Hormones 🌝💜🌸  

Ep.27 Body Image & Self Worth

This weeks episode I’m discussing Body Image. How body image and our self worth are directly linked and how certain factors such as childhood development to society alters our own perception of ourselves. I speak about my own past with anorexia and how looking at my own self worth was key for change. But also how I still get gentle reminders to love myself. Happy Thursday & Happy Hormones 🌸💜🌸

Ep.26 Sleep Deprivation

This weeks episode I’m talking about how sleep deprivation can cause a whole host of health implications from hormones to weight gain and your mental & emotional state. I talk about the 3 types of people who are sleep deprived: -Over achievers (like myself) -Insomniacs (again like myself) -New Parents And how you can make the choices to improve your sleep and health. Happy Hormones 💜🌸💜

Ep.25 Anxiety/Looking Inward/Journaling

This weeks episode a little bit of everything for Anxiety from the Tripod of life Money/ security, Sleep/ Health & Relationships/Connections. I speak about how we project and where our fears come from and how looking inward is more important than looking outward for answers. Happy Thursday & Happy Hormones 💜🌸💜

Ep.24 Perimenopause & Menopause

This weeks episode I’m talking all about Perimenopause & Menopause. What the transition means to us as women, what the symptoms are and what you can do yourself to help.

Ep.23 Post-Partum & Mothering the Mother

This weeks episode I’m looking at some post-partum issues and how the mother needs support right now. I speak about breastfeeding, bottle feeding and the judgements put on both. I dip into post natal depression and how nourishing the mother & Mothering the Mother is so important. Happy Thursday 💜🌸💜

Ep.22 Q&A #3

This weeks episode covers 3 questions in from the listeners. 1. Why are detox teas/pills not good for you if they make me lose weight? 2. How to deal with Anxiety and pulling myself out of dark times. 3. I’ve just been dumped, how do I be ok? This episode ended up being more on the emotional/mental side than I was expecting but have a listen if you’re interested. Happy Thursday & Happy Hormones 💜🌸💜

Ep.21 Mens Health Week

This week I’m delving into all things Men’s Health. -Testosterone -Oestrogen -Erectile Dysfunction -Infertility -Anabolic Steroids and their risks -Foods, Supplements & Herbs to support male health and vitality. Happy Thursday & Happy Hormones

Ep. 20 Living With Pain

This weeks episode I talk about living with chronic pain. Why we experience pain, if it’s acute or chronic and how you can help yourself. -Mindset -Taking responsibility for your own health -Practical Steps (Nutrition & Movement) -My journey with chronic pain I hope you enjoy. Happy Thursday & Happy Hormones 💜🌸💜