Confidently Balance Your Hormones

Dee Davidson, FDN-P
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  • Alternative Health
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Welcome to "Confidently Balance Your Hormones" – the podcast that empowers incredible women like you to embrace natural approaches for hormonal balance and whole-body wellness. I'm your host, Dee Davidson, FDN-P — a board certified functional health practitioner, holistic health guide, and woman who gets it. After navigating my own fertility struggles, hormonal weight gain, and the rollercoaster of perimenopause and now living fully in my 50s, I understand firsthand the frustrations and symptoms that come with hormonal imbalance — and I also know how to help you overcome them. In each episode, we explore real-life topics around hormone health, functional lab testing, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, the mind-body connection, and powerful, sustainable tools to support your health. This is a whole health approach rooted in science and compassion. If you're tired of feeling hijacked by mood swings, low energy, or stubborn weight, and you’re ready to understand what’s actually going on in your body — this space is for you. 💛 Visit www.confidentlyloveyourself.com to learn more about me and grab some of my favorite free tools inside the Wellness Toolkit to help you get started today. Subscribe now to Confidently Balance Your Hormones and join a community of empowered women stepping into their best years with clarity, strength, and confidence. Your healing journey is personal — but you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s redefine midlife. Let’s restore balance. Let’s do it together. It's your birthright!

  1. 10h ago

    What If Your Symptoms Aren't Physical? Gail Lynn on Energy, Frequency, and Healing from Within

    What if healing involves more than just the physical body? In this fascinating conversation, Dee welcomes back Gail Lynn, creator of the Harmonic Egg®, to discuss the powerful connection between energy, frequency, and overall wellness. Gail shares exciting updates about the newly launched Harmonic Egg® app and how it helps individuals continue supporting their healing journey beyond their sessions. Together, Dee and Gail explore how stress, emotions, environment, and energetic patterns may influence our health and vitality. They discuss the growing interest in frequency-based wellness technologies, the importance of creating space for the body to heal, and why so many people are looking beyond conventional approaches to support their well-being. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The role of energy and frequency in wellness ✨ How chronic stress impacts healing ✨ The benefits of creating a restorative healing environment ✨ Details about the new Harmonic Egg® app ✨ Why many people are exploring complementary approaches to health and vitality Whether you're curious about energy medicine, personal growth, stress reduction, or innovative wellness technologies, this conversation will expand your perspective on what healing can look like. Learn more about the Harmonic Egg® and the new app at: 🌐 https://harmonicegg.com Medical Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any health concerns or before making changes to your healthcare plan.

    40 min

  2. Jun 15

    ADHD or Perimenopause? Why So Many Midlife Women Feel Overwhelmed, Anxious, and Unable to Focus with Danielle Cogliano

    Could your brain fog, forgetfulness, overwhelm, and difficulty focusing be related to ADHD, hormonal changes, or both? In this episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, Dee sits down with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Danielle Cogliano to discuss why so many women are questioning ADHD for the first time during perimenopause and midlife. Danielle shares how declining estrogen can impact dopamine, serotonin, focus, mood, executive function, and emotional resilience. Together, Dee Davidson, FDNP and Danielle explore the overlap between ADHD symptoms, hormone fluctuations, anxiety, stress, and burnout, helping women better understand what's really happening beneath the surface. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why many women are not diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood ✨ The surprising overlap between ADHD and perimenopause symptoms ✨ How hormonal changes affect focus, motivation, mood, and memory ✨ Why so many women feel overwhelmed during midlife ✨ The role of sleep, nutrition, stress, and lifestyle in mental health ✨ How to know when it's time to seek professional support This is an empowering conversation for any woman who has ever wondered, "Why does everything suddenly feel so much harder?" About Danielle Cogliano Danielle Cogliano is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in psychiatry. Through her practice, Northeast Women's Psychiatry, she specializes in women's mental health and takes a whole-body, integrative approach to treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, hormonal mood changes, and mental wellness across the lifespan. Learn more at:www.northeastwomenspsychiatry.com Connect with Dee Davidson:https://www.confidentlyloveyourself.com Join the Confidently Healthy Collective supportive online community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidentlyhealthycollective Medical Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or mental health condition. Always consult your physician, psychiatrist, therapist, or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your medications, supplements, diet, lifestyle, or treatment plan. The information shared is not a substitute for individualized medical advice.

    32 min

  3. Jun 8

    Using Alcohol to Cope? How Stress, Burnout & Anxiety Fuel the Drinking Cycle

    Have you ever promised yourself you'd drink less, only to find yourself reaching for that glass of wine again after a stressful day? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, Dee sits down with clinical hypnotherapist and author Tansy Forrest to discuss why so many high-achieving women find themselves using alcohol as a coping tool for stress, anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. Tansy works with women who often appear successful and high-functioning on the outside but are quietly struggling with the "wine o'clock" cycle behind the scenes. Together, Dee and Tansy explore the connection between nervous system dysregulation, chronic stress, emotional health, and alcohol habits. This conversation isn't about judgment or labels. It's about understanding what's really driving the behavior and creating healthier ways to support your mind and body. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔ Why willpower alone rarely works long term ✔ The connection between stress, cortisol, anxiety, and alcohol cravings ✔ Why so many women turn to wine during perimenopause and midlife ✔ How nervous system dysregulation impacts daily habits ✔ The role of hypnotherapy in changing behaviors and thought patterns ✔ Practical strategies to reduce alcohol consumption without feeling deprived ✔ How shame keeps women stuck and what to do instead ✔ Why moderation can feel impossible when the root cause hasn't been addressed Whether you're curious about your relationship with alcohol or simply looking for healthier ways to manage stress, this episode offers powerful insights and practical tools to help you feel more in control and supported. About Tansy Forrest Tansy Forrest is a clinical hypnotherapist and author of Ten Steps to Drink Less and Live Well. She helps professionals, parents, and high-achieving women understand the underlying reasons they drink, build healthier coping skills, and create sustainable change without relying solely on willpower. Connect with Tansy https://tansyforrest.com/ https://www.drinklesslivewell.com Connect with Dee Davidsonhttps://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/ If you're struggling with stress, burnout, hormone imbalance, anxiety, gut health concerns, or unexplained symptoms, functional lab testing can help uncover hidden stressors contributing to how you feel. Schedule a Discovery Session with Dee to learn more about GI Stool Testing, HTMA, hormone support, and root-cause healing. https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/discovery-session Medical Disclaimer This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns.

    30 min

  4. Jun 1

    Stop Following Generic Weight Loss Rules That Don’t Work for You | How Melissa Lost 50 Pounds by Testing, Not Guessing

    In this powerful episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, Dee Davidson sits down with Melissa to discuss her remarkable transformation after years of frustration with stubborn weight gain, low energy, and doing everything she thought was "right." Like many women, Melissa believed that exercising more, eating less, and tightening up her diet would lead to weight loss. Instead, the opposite happened. The harder she pushed, the more weight she gained, her energy declined, and she found herself feeling discouraged and disconnected from her body. Everything changed when she stopped guessing and started testing. Through functional health testing and a root-cause approach, Melissa uncovered hidden stressors affecting her metabolism, inflammation levels, gut health, and overall wellness. By addressing the underlying issues instead of chasing symptoms, she was able to release 50 pounds, regain her energy, rebuild lean muscle, and finally feel confident in her body again. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔ Why generic weight loss advice often fails women in midlife ✔ The hidden stressors that can keep the body holding onto weight ✔ How inflammation, gut health, hormones, and stress impact metabolism ✔ Why exercising harder isn't always the answer ✔ The importance of testing instead of guessing ✔ How Melissa transformed her health and body composition naturally If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still not seeing results, this episode will provide hope, validation, and a fresh perspective on what may really be holding you back. Connect with Melissa http://melissamedeiros.arbonne.com/ Interested in Uncovering Your Hidden Stressors? Schedule a discovery session with Dee Davidson to learn more about functional testing, including GI Stool Testing, hormone evaluation, and root-cause approaches to stubborn weight gain, inflammation, fatigue, and digestive issues. Schedule Here:https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/15-minute-discovery Medical Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns, diagnoses, treatments, or health-related decisions. Individual results may vary.

    40 min

  5. May 17

    The Root Cause Approach to Hormone Balance, Gut Health & Women’s Wellness

    In this episode, Dee Davidson, FDN-P shares the heart behind her work and how she helps women uncover the root causes of symptoms instead of continuing the cycle of trial and error. Dee walks through her whole-body approach to healing, which combines: Functional lab testingRoot-cause functional medicine protocolsHormone balance supportNervous system regulationNutrition and lifestyle foundationsYou’ll learn how tools like GI stool testing, HTMA (hair mineral analysis), hormone testing, and toxin testing can help uncover hidden stressors and healing opportunities contributing to symptoms like: FatigueWeight gainAnxietyHormone imbalanceGut issuesBrain fogSleep disturbancesInflammationThis episode is perfect for women who feel dismissed, are tired of being told everything is “normal,” and want a more personalized, holistic approach to their health. Connect with Dee Davidson, FDN-Phttps://www.facebook.com/coachdeewithcly Schedule a Session:https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/15-minute-discovery Learn More on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/ Join the Free Facebook Community:Confidently Healthy Collective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidentlyhealthycollective Subscribe to the Podcast for more conversations around hormone health, functional medicine, and root-cause healing. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice from your physician or healthcare provider. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen, supplements, or treatment plan.

    20 min

  6. May 11

    Functional Medicine Testing: How Hair, Stool & Urine Labs Changed Sarah’s Health

    In this episode, Dee Davidson- board certified functional health practitioner sits down with client Sarah to discuss how personalized functional lab testing—including hair, stool, and urine testing—helped uncover deeper healing opportunities and provided insight into symptoms that traditional approaches often overlooked. Connect with Dee Davidson, FDNP:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/ Schedule a consult with Dee Davidson:https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/15-minute-discovery Learn more here:https://www.confidentlyloveyourself.com Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns.

    40 min
  7. Struggling to Conceive? The Hidden Energy Blocks Affecting Fertility & Hormone Balance

    May 4

    Struggling to Conceive? The Hidden Energy Blocks Affecting Fertility & Hormone Balance

    If you’ve been trying to conceive and feel like you’re doing everything “right”… but still not getting answers—this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation, Dee Davidson, FDN-P, sits down with Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken, creator of the DreamBirth™ Program, to explore a missing piece in the fertility conversation: the emotional and energetic blocks that can impact hormone balance, conception, and pregnancy. With decades of experience supporting parents and working in over 300 births, Claudia brings a deeply integrative perspective—bridging science, body awareness, and intuitive connection. Together, they explore how fertility is not just physical—it’s also influenced by: Emotional patterns and subconscious blocksNervous system regulation and stressThe mind-body connectionEnergetic readiness for conceptionClaudia shares how her DreamBirth™ approach helps women: Support hormonal balance in a more holistic wayRelease internal blocks that may be affecting fertilityBuild a deeper connection with their body and future childCreate a more supported, aligned path to conception and pregnancyIn This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why fertility challenges aren’t always just physicalHow emotional and energetic blocks can impact conceptionThe role of the nervous system in hormone balanceWhat it means to connect with your baby before pregnancyPractical ways to begin supporting your body beyond supplements and protocolsWho This Episode Is For Women struggling with fertility or trying to conceiveThose who feel stuck despite doing “all the right things”Women exploring a more holistic, root-cause approach to hormone healthAnyone curious about the deeper connection between mind, body, and fertilityListen + Subscribe If this episode resonates, be sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review so more women can access this conversation. Connect with Claudia:https://www.claudiaraiken.com/about-claudia Connect with Dee Davidson:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/ Medical Disclaimer This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health or fertility plan.

    47 min

  8. Apr 27

    Thyroid, Anxiety & Weight Gain: The Root Cause Functional Health Approach That Changed Everything

    If you’ve ever been to the doctor while still feeling anxious, depressed, exhausted, without answers or not like yourself… this episode is for you. In this conversation, Dee Davidson, FDN-P, sits down with client Liz to share her powerful journey from frustration with traditional healthcare to finally getting real answers through functional health testing. Liz opens up about struggling with: Anxiety, depression, and mood swingsWeight challengesAn enlarged thyroid and nodulesFeeling dismissed and without clear directionAfter not finding answers through conventional approaches, she decided to look deeper and that’s where everything began to shift. Through functional lab testing and a root-cause approach, Liz uncovered what was actually happening in her body and began supporting it in a way that made sense. Today, she shares how she is now experiencing the opposite: Feeling more joyful, calm, and groundedIncreased energy and clarityVisible changes in her thyroid healthReporting that her thyroid nodules have reduced by two-thirds in just a few monthsThis episode is a powerful reminder that your symptoms are not random and that when you address the body at the root level, real change is possible. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why so many women feel dismissed in traditional healthcareThe connection between thyroid health, mood, and metabolismHow functional lab testing uncovers root causesWhat it looks like to support the body holisticallyHow real healing can happen when you stop guessingWho This Episode Is For Women struggling with anxiety, depression, or mood swingsAnyone dealing with thyroid issues or unexplained symptomsThose who feel stuck in the cycle of “normal labs” but not feeling wellWomen looking for a root-cause, whole-body approach to healingListen + Subscribe If this episode resonates with you, be sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this message. Schedule a session with Dee Davidson:https://www.confidentlyloveyourself.com/booking Connect with Dee Davidson on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/ ⚠️ Medical Disclaimer This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen. Results may vary and not promised.

    33 min
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Welcome to "Confidently Balance Your Hormones" – the podcast that empowers incredible women like you to embrace natural approaches for hormonal balance and whole-body wellness. I'm your host, Dee Davidson, FDN-P — a board certified functional health practitioner, holistic health guide, and woman who gets it. After navigating my own fertility struggles, hormonal weight gain, and the rollercoaster of perimenopause and now living fully in my 50s, I understand firsthand the frustrations and symptoms that come with hormonal imbalance — and I also know how to help you overcome them. In each episode, we explore real-life topics around hormone health, functional lab testing, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, the mind-body connection, and powerful, sustainable tools to support your health. This is a whole health approach rooted in science and compassion. If you're tired of feeling hijacked by mood swings, low energy, or stubborn weight, and you’re ready to understand what’s actually going on in your body — this space is for you. 💛 Visit www.confidentlyloveyourself.com to learn more about me and grab some of my favorite free tools inside the Wellness Toolkit to help you get started today. Subscribe now to Confidently Balance Your Hormones and join a community of empowered women stepping into their best years with clarity, strength, and confidence. Your healing journey is personal — but you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s redefine midlife. Let’s restore balance. Let’s do it together. It's your birthright!

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