Welcome to Day 1 of the Hormone Real Talk Bootcamp. This episode is an overview of how hormones work throughout your menstrual cycle - TBH you should have learned this a LONG time ago, in middle school or at least at your first OBGYN appointment.I’m going deep into common symptoms seen at different cycle phases, like increased libido and cervical fluid around ovulation, or how symptoms like PMS, cramps, and mood changes can indicate hormone imbalance – and how we can handle that naturally, aka without birth control. If you're not a newbie to this you could still learn something so stick around for a crash course refresher.Tomorrow's episode will be about how stress affects sex hormones and ways to reduce stress for long-term hormone balance, so don’t forget to come back tomorrow for that one. Want to be a challenge VIP? Sign up here to get each episode delivered to you bright and early + action steps and personalized accountability with Leisha for the next 4 days via email + access to a live zoom coaching call on Friday to get all your juicy hormone questions answered.  In this episode:[02:48] How hormones work throughout a woman's cycle[08:18] Hormonal changes that occur during the menstrual cycle – and they relate to fertility[13:18] PMS symptoms you might experience in the second half of the menstrual cycle and WHY[16:42] Why birth control won’t fix your hormone issues – and why you should look for a holistic long-term solution insteadOTHER FREE RESOURCESFree Episodes of Restored Private PodcastLove Your Liver GuideCOURSE + COACHING (When you’re ready to fix your hormones without the drama of figuring it out on your own)Nourish Your Hormones Course 1:1 Hormone CoachingLET’S CONNECT!Instagram: @leishadrewsRead my story + get more hormone resources at my websiteUse the code HHPODCAST for $50 off Nourish Your Hormones ...Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced websites are not to be taken as medical advice or to be used as a diagnosis or treatment plan for any medical condition. I’m sharing my educated opinions & experience but nothing shared here can be taken on a one size fits all basis and we always recommend you do your own research, talk to your own doctors and practitioners, and take full responsibility for any health & medical choices you make.