The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast

In this episode, Dani and her client Ashley dive into Ashley’s long and emotional journey to an HA diagnosis. From being diagnosed with Crohn’s at 13 to years of yo-yo dieting, macro tracking, and bodybuilding, Ashley’s pursuit of health was filled with confusion and frustration. Despite knowing her missing period wasn’t normal, she struggled to find answers—turning to naturopaths, endless internet searches, and restrictive diets like paleo and carnivore, yet never coming across HA. It wasn’t until she found The HA Society that everything changed.

Ashley’s story is one that so many can relate to—the endless search for answers, the fear of weight gain, and the frustration of being dismissed. Stay Tuned for part two next week where she tells us how she recovered and got pregnant!

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In this episode, Dani, Ashley, and Mishi dive into what it really means to create a therapeutic dose of safety for your body. This conversation was sparked by a team call discussing a client who has made big changes—but her body still needs more to feel truly safe.

Recovery isn’t just about doing “enough.” It’s about giving your body the deep rest it requires, not just easing into maintenance and expecting things to shift. If you’re struggling to slow down, this episode is your reminder that true rest is non-negotiable.

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Kelsey got her period back on her own but lost her second cycle after slipping into old habits. That’s when she joined coaching, realizing she needed more than just physical changes—she had to shift her mindset, too.

In this episode, Kelsey shares how her definition of health kept her stuck. She opens up about the mental and emotional challenges of recovery, including the discomfort of stepping outside her comfort zone and experiencing validation withdrawal—where external praise fades, making self-trust even more crucial. Enjoy! 

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In this episode, Ashley sits down with Gwyn Drabek to discuss her powerful journey through hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) recovery. Like so many women, Gwyn was doing all the right things—or so she thought. She tried every approach to regain her period except the one that actually worked: eating more and resting.

From veganism to juice cleanses, fasting, functional medicine, and endless supplements, Gwyn was searching for a solution that wouldn’t require her to change her "healthy" lifestyle. But once she finally let go of restriction and embraced true nourishment, her body responded.

Now, as a soon-to-be dietitian, Gwyn’s experience has completely reshaped how she views health and nutrition. No more cutting out foods, striving for perfection, or obsessing over "clean eating." Instead, she’s on a mission to help others find balance in a world dominated by diet culture.

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