This week we're doing a replay episode from way back in September of 2024! Maybe you've heard about how your body needs different foods in each phase of your cycle, and this episode takes a deep dive into this with my friend Danika Vanderpyl.

As women, we're not linear, robotic creatures that require one thing to fuel us all month long. Throughout each of the phases, our bodies need different things- different movement, self/ soul-care, socializing, nutrition. And this is exactly what Danika and I chat about in this episode.

The best part of it? In our conversation, she breaks it all down into more simple and bite-size strategies so you're not feeling extra overwhelmed. Because, really friend, you don't need more overwhelm than what you're already experiencing!

I'd highly encourage you to grab a notebook and pen and take notes!

Danika Vanderpyl is Certified in Holistic Nutrition with a passion for helping women making eating simple, energizing, and healthy. After facing her own digestive challenges, Danika transformed her favorite recipes into nutrient dense, low-sugar alternatives to heal her body. Now a food blogger she share these wholesome recipes at besidethemoutain.com. As a mom of two boys, Danika is passionate about helping women and mothers thrive in holistic living—from eating to heal the body to hiking to recharge and thrive.

Connect with Danika:

Instagram: @besidethemountain

Website: www.besidethemountain.com

Next Steps:

The Luteal Prep Guide helps Christian women with PMDD prepare for the hardest phase of their cycle by combining practical physiology with grounded, biblical truth. It walks you through supporting your hormones and nervous system while anchoring your mind in Scripture, so you’re not just surviving the luteal phase, but approaching it with wisdom, intention, and faith. (www.pmddwithlauren.com/guide)

Get My PMDD Spotify Playlist: When PMDD is loud, you need truth and grounding. I listen to this playlist a lot, and I pray these Christ-centered songs would be an encouragement and anchor to you when you're in the storm (www.pmddwithlauren.com/starthere)

Follow me on IG: @pmddwithlauren

Send me an email! hello@pmddwithlauren.com

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before starting any new diet, exercise, or supplement program. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as medical advice to treat any medical condition in yourself or others. We encourage you to make informed decisions in consultation with your healthcare professional.

For the month of March, nutrition is what we’re talking about! If you’ve ever wondered where to start with food and what you’re putting into your body when it comes to helping manage your PMDD symptoms, I’m sharing it all here on this episode!

What I’m talking about are the core foundations for helping regulate blood sugar and reduce inflammation. These are a great (and essential!) place to start.

This is really getting to the heart of what we're putting into our bodies every day, every meal. And this matters. Because before the supplements, before the deep hormone protocols, before trying one more “quick fix,” your body needs stability. It needs steady fuel. It needs nourishment that supports your nervous system, your hormones, and your brain. When blood sugar is constantly spiking and crashing, it can magnify anxiety, irritability, rage, and hopelessness. When inflammation is high, symptoms often feel louder and heavier.

So in this episode, we’re going back to basics. Simple shifts. Practical changes. The kind that create a foundation you can actually build on. If you’ve been wondering where the heck to begin, listen in.

Next Steps:

Get The Luteal Prep Guide: The Luteal Prep Guide helps Christian women with PMDD prepare for the hardest phase of their cycle by combining practical physiology with grounded, biblical truth. It walks you through supporting your hormones and nervous system while anchoring your mind in Scripture, so you’re not just surviving the luteal phase, but approaching it with wisdom, intention, and faith. (www.pmddwithlauren.com/guide)

Get My PMDD Spotify Playlist: When PMDD is loud, you need truth and grounding. I listen to this playlist a lot, and I pray these Christ-centered songs would be an encouragement and anchor to you when you're in the storm (www.pmddwithlauren.com/starthere)

Follow me on IG: @pmddwithlauren

Send me an email! hello@pmddwithlauren.com

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before starting any new diet, exercise, or supplement program. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as medical advice to treat any medical condition in yourself or others. We encourage you to make informed decisions in consultation with your healthcare professional.

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or out of rhythm during your cycle? You’re not failing God—and you’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Rosangela Atte, a Christian life coach who blends biblical wisdom with neuroscience, to explore how PMDD affects your nervous system, your emotions, and your faith.

We talk about:

• Why PMDD weariness and struggle isn’t a spiritual failure

• How your nervous system signals overwhelm

• Biblical truths that meet the science of your body

• Practical steps to honor both your faith and your body

If you’ve been hiding your fatigue behind prayer or pushing through guilt, this episode will give you permission, clarity, and hope to navigate PMDD with grace.

Resources & next steps:

Rosangela Atte is a Certified Christian Life & Brain Coach and prophetic voice who helps women heal from survival mode and step into their God-given identity. Through her ESTHER Method, she blends faith, neuroscience, and Holy Spirit wisdom to break generational patterns and lead women into lasting freedom.

https://www.theshifthercoaching.com/

Podcast: Rewired For Purpose Podcast

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~ Keep your eyes out for The Luteal Prep Guide coming soon, a extensive and thorough guide that helps you prepare for your worst PMDD weeks through understanding biology, faith practices and implementing healthy habits.

~ Follow me on Instagram: @pmddwithlauren

~ Have a question? Email me: hello@pmddwithlauren.com

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before starting any new diet, exercise, or supplement program. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as medical advice to treat any medical condition in yourself or others. We encourage you to make informed decisions in consultation with your healthcare professional