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I help women holistically heal their period problems & optimise their hormones💖
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❌ Your menstrual cycle is not just your period! 🩸

I wanted to get back to basics today and clear up some common confusion about the menstrual cycle.

Because self knowledge = self empowerment! 💪🏼

So what is a menstrual cycle? It is the entire cyclical journey of your hormones marked by the rise and fall of estrogen and progesterone.

A full cycle usually takes about 29 days (give or take 5-6) from the first day of menstruation, through ovulation and back to menstruation.

There are two main phases: follicular (before ovulation) and luteal (after ovulation).

I often use the term “inner seasons” (coined by Red School) in my work as a menstrual cycle coach. These four seasons (❄️winter, 🌱spring, ☀️summer, 🍁autumn) are characterised by the state of your hormones which influence your mood, energy and physiology.

But you may also see another (more bio-medically accurate) approach which splits the cycle into five hormone phases.

These are:
🩸 Menses - your period
🌱 Late follicular - rising & dominant estrogen
☀️ Ovulatory - the days just before/during/after ovulation
💗 Early luteal - rising & dominant progesterone
🍁 Late luteal - falling estrogen & progesterone

Leave a comment if you have any questions. And if you enjoyed this or found it useful, please like & share with friends! 🙏🏻

Also let me know if you’d like me to cover back-to-basics on any other topics!

Finally - if you are interested in working with me, check the link in my bio. 👉🏼

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4 years ago

It's ok to ask for support. ❤️

If you’re struggling with menstrual issues like period pain, irregular cycles, mood swings, PMS, or other hormone imbalances, know that you don’t have to go through this alone.

I believe it is possible to transform your menstrual experience — to ease debilitating period pain, stabilise your moods, balance your hormones, and cultivate a harmonious relationship with your cycle. 🌸

My passion is to empower you with knowledge, education, self-connection, and support so you can become your own advocate. 💪🏼

Imagine waking up on the first day of your period and realising that the pain that once held you back is gone.

Imagine living in sync with your menstrual cycle — tapping into your superpowers of productivity, confidence, energy, and strength while honouring the need for rest and self-care when needed. 🌱

✅ If this sounds like the transformation you’ve been looking for, DM me to book a free discovery call. Let’s get started on this journey together! 💌

#menstrualhealth #menstrualcyclecoach #hormonehealthcoach #hormonebalance #painfreeperiods #pmsproblems #womensupportingwomen by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Your menstrual cycle isn’t just about surfing the crimson wave (IYKYK). 🩸 Here are 4 reasons why it matters more than you might think:

1️⃣ Your menstrual cycle is a key indicator of your overall health, just like your blood pressure or heart rate. Irregular cycles or missing periods are a sign of an underlying health issue.

2️⃣ A healthy menstrual cycle is crucial for the long-term health of your brain, heart, bones, nervous system, and sleep quality.

3️⃣ Menstrual cycle awareness is the key to unlocking deeper self-love, self-knowledge and self-awareness.

4️⃣ Tracking your cycle empowers you to advocate for your physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

This is why paying attention to your menstrual cycle is so important.

It’s not just a vital sign of your overall health but also a gateway to transforming your well-being and relationship with your body. 💖

#menstrualhealth #cycletracking #womenswellness #hormonehealth #periodpower #selfcarematters #mindbodyconnection #womenshealthmatters #menstrualcycleawareness #menstrualhealthmatters #selflove2024 by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

May is EDS and HSD Awareness Month. To honour this month I finally wrote the article I’d been meaning to write for the last year or so - about my HSD journey and what I call the “Hypermobility Tax”.

The Hypermobility Tax is a concept I recently came up with which refers to the constant extra energy, recovery, adaptation and self-management required to just live my life.

Read the full article on my Substack. 🩷 by @flowradiance

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5 months ago

In our latest editorial piece, music producer, CDR community member and certified menstrual and hormone health coach Karen Chiu (@divaliciousmusic) shows us how menstrual cycle awareness can be harnessed into a powerful tool for creativity and music production – read in full through the link in our bio.

createdefinerelease.com by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Hello 46! ✨

It’s my birthday today, and I am overflowing with gratitude and love. 💖

I used to feel sad on my birthday, focusing on what I didn’t have — whether it was friendships, achievements, or external validation.

Today I realised something profound: what I have hasn’t changed all that much, but my feelings have.

The love and validation I once sought outside myself, I now give to myself in abundance. I take exquisite care of me — and unapologetically spoil myself rotten.

I don’t apologise for putting my needs first because it allows me to show up as my best self — someone who gives and serves from a full cup.

Here’s an example of what that looks like for me:

✨ I sleep 8–9 hours most nights.
✨ I prioritise nutrient-dense, whole foods.
✨ I make time for movement (even if it’s just physio exercises to support my joints).
✨ I savour unwinding — whether it’s in the sauna or at the spa.
✨ I lean into joy — skating, dancing, and anything that lights me up.

I am the queen of self-care, and I treat myself like a queen. 👸🏻

At 46, I’ve fully embraced self-love and give way less fucks about what others think than I ever did in my 20s and 30s. I’m also completely happy with my own company.

If I could share one lesson with you, it’s this:
Take the time to learn to truly love yourself. Stop measuring your value by others’ opinions or societal expectations.

From a foundation of self-love, everything else — optimised hormones, healthier cycles, and a fulfilling life — becomes sustainable.

🎉 To celebrate my birthday, I’m offering a very special sale! 🎉

For the first 5 people only, you’ll get 50% off your first one-to-one coaching session with me, plus bonus access to my Foundations For Healthy Hormones Masterclass.

This is your chance to prioritise yourself and start your journey toward vibrant health and harmony. 💕

📩 DM me to claim your spot before it’s gone!

#menstrualcyclecoach #hormonebalance #womensupportingwomen #radicalselflove #selfcarequeen taken in London, Unιted Kingdom by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Anyone else feeling like their cycle is throwing extra curveballs this month? 🙋🏻‍♀️

Your period is your body’s way of sending you signals — and that’s powerful. It’s a chance to understand what’s going on and make changes for the better.

Head to my Substack for simple, actionable tips to help you balance your hormones and have smoother, healthier cycles this year. 💪🏼

#menstrualhealth #hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodproblems #menstrualcycle #pmsproblems taken in London, Unιted Kingdom by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

So I’m gonna be real with you. My Christmas and New Year’s kinda sucked. 😮‍💨

Having been through many personal and health related challenges in recent months, life threw one final 2024 punch at me by giving me the big C.

I knew something was up when my body basal temp spiked so high it went off the charts!

This came after enduring injuries (a very painful acute shoulder bursitis), headaches, vertigo + a bout of thrush, amidst mourning the sad passing of two family members.

It’s not easy dealing with pain, loss and sickness.

But I truly believe in what I preach to my clients - that having healthy foundational habits is crucial - especially when life throws them curveballs.

The foundations I’ve put in place over the last few years have kept me in a relatively balanced state of menstrual health despite my personal health vulnerabilities.

Things like: bone broth, prioritising protein to start the day, lots of sleep, shoehorning in green smoothies when I’m short on time, journalling and regular sauna therapy (yes sauna is like therapy for me lol).

It’s not perfect, but it all helps.

Many of these are on autopilot so I don’t have to waste mental energy trying make good decisions when my overall willpower and emotional state is fatigued from being in so much pain.

They are also habits I’ve gradually introduced to my lifestyle and routine.

This is something I love to help clients with and makes one-to-one coaching really powerful - the personalised guidance and support to gradually make positive changes to your lifestyle and nutrition.

If you’re looking to improve your menstrual health, optimise your hormones or get rid of period pain and PMS - I’m taking on new one-to-one menstrual health coaching clients.

✅ DM me to book a free discovery call.

#menstrualhealthmatters #periodpain #pmsproblems #womenshealthmatters #hormonehealth #happy2025 taken in Glide at Battersea Power Station by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Say goodbye 👋🏼 to period pain with these 6 simple tips!

Did you know that the main driver of period pain (primary dysmenorrhea) is inflammation? 🔥

When your uterine lining sheds, the process is regulated by prostaglandins. Higher levels of inflammatory prostaglandins are often the culprit behind painful cramps.

The good news? You can take control. ✨

From balancing blood sugar to including anti-inflammatory foods, small changes can make a big difference in reducing period pain.

If this resonates with you, don’t miss my free live masterclass this Monday, 25th November at 7 PM GMT! 🤩

I’ll be teaching the foundations for balancing hormones so you can say goodbye to period pain and PMS for good.

✅ Comment: MASTERCLASS below for the sign-up link!

#PeriodPainRelief #HormoneHealth #CycleSupport
#hormonebalancing #menstrualhealth #periodproblems taken in London by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Hormones matter! Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, trying for a baby, or never planning to have kids.

Join my free masterclass on Monday 25th November at 7 PM GMT to learn:

✨ The foundations for balancing your hormones naturally so you can say goodbye to period pain and PMS.

✨ Why your hormones matter — not just for fertility but also for long-term health and disease prevention.

✨ What your key hormones do and how imbalances occur.

✨ The everyday signs that signal your hormones may be out of balance.

This is going to be so good! 🙌

Sign up via the link in my bio! 🔗

#hormonehealth #hormoneimbalance #pmsproblems #periodpain #womenshealthmatters #fertilitysupport #healthylifestyle taken in London by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

✅ Comment: MASTERCLASS to get your foundations sorted first!

If conflicting advice about low-carb vs avoiding red meat and saturated fat confuses you..

Or you’re wondering if soy is good or bad for hormones? And seed cycling — does it really work? High-intensity workouts or yoga? Supplements: hero or hype? 🤔

If balancing your hormones feels confusing, contradictory, and overwhelming… 😵‍💫

And you’re struggling with period problems like pain, PMS, irregular cycles, or heavy periods.

Join my free masterclass: Foundations for Healthy Hormones on Monday 25th November. 💫

I’ll cut through the noise and bring it back to basics. Because without solid foundations, all the seed cycling and supplements won’t make a lasting difference.

Ready to take real steps toward better hormone health?

✅ Comment: MASTERCLASS for the sign-up link!

#hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodproblems #periodpainrelief #pmsproblems #menstrualhealtheducation taken in London by @flowradiance

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2 years ago

Do you normalise period pain, PMS or other hormone problems because “everyone has them”? 🤷🏻‍♀️

Does your doctor gaslight you into believing it’s normal?

I want to challenge this belief around menstrual cycle problems because honestly, it’s crazy that this has become the societal norm. 🤯

You deserve to feel good in your body! 🙏🏻

✅ If you’re ready to learn the foundations for healthy hormones and pain / PMS free menstrual cycles join my free live masterclass on Monday 25th November, 7pm UK time.

💌 DM me for the sign up link (or just click the link in my bio!) 👉🏼

#hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodpain #periodproblems #menstrualhealth #pmsproblems taken in London, Unιted Kingdom by @flowradiance

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