How to Naturally Balance Hormones after Pregnancy


This post is dedicated toward bringing awareness to hormonal imbalances after pregnancy. This topic concerns many new moms, but there is not very much literature on it. It begs the question why isn’t this topic talked about as much as it should be? Is it because after pregnancy, the public eye largely focuses on her capabilities as a mother and neglects her mental and physical health? Is it because the public is quick to jump to common terms known in society like baby blues, postpartum depression and sleep deprivation? Don’t get me wrong the postpartum symptoms just named are very real concerns for many new moms, but let’s look at the symptoms of hormonal imbalances to see if there are some similarities.

Now let’s dive into a shocking statistic – 80% of women suffer from hormone imbalances after pregnancy. It’s surprising that 80% of women are suffering from hormonal imbalances after pregnancy and it still isn’t the first thing that doctors address. This is when it is important to turn to nutritional experts and their take on postpartum health. 

Let’s answer some questions you may have.

What causes hormone imbalance after pregnancy?

The main cause of hormone imbalance is estrogen dominance. What causes estrogen dominance?

The two female hormones estrogen and progesterone are supposed to be in harmony with one another. The placenta contributes toward large productions of progesterone. So when the placenta is removed from the body there is a sudden drop in progesterone levels. This causes the harmony between estrogen and progesterone to be disturbed leading to estrogen dominance.

Estrogen dominance triggers:

Adrenal fatigue- The adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol for the body’s requirements.
Hypothyroidism- An increased level of cortisol production in the body.
Postpartum thyroiditis- Estrogen dominance causes the thyroid gland to get inflamed.
What are the symptoms of estrogen dominance?
  • extreme fatigue
  • mood swings and anxiety
  • insomnia
  • inability to lose weight
  • hair loss
  • distress/depression

How can hormones be restored after pregnancy?

There are two products that every woman should think about taking after pregnancy. These are natural supplements that will restore hormonal balance. There is one for non-breastfeeding women and one for women who are breastfeeding

  • Lorna Vanderhaeghe ESTROsmart  – Estrosmart is a herbal product that maintains a healthy estrogen to progesterone balance. It helps protect the breasts and detoxifies the liver of estrogen found in plastic, cosmetics and more. ESTROsmart is recommended by nutrition doctors in the field and myself, a nutrition consultant. I have recommended this product to many women and have heard great reviews. There is a whole line of Lorna products for women including MENOsmart. I would recommend this product for women who are not breastfeeding.hormone balance supplement
  • Maca Powder  – This is the product that I use for balancing my hormones because I am breastfeeding. Maca powder is a powerful superfood that has been used by the Peruvians for thousands of years for a healthy diet and increased strength before battles. It is high in protein, vitamin C, B vitamins, iron and calcium. Because of its strength, it is recommended to take small doses in the beginning. I use 1 teaspoon in my morning coffee and it gives me a burst of energy.
  • hormone balance 


Benefits of Maca Powder
  • increase exercise
  • yoga – practice relaxation exercises
  • vitamin D supplements
  • magnesium
  • avoid caffeine and alcohol
  • egg yolk
  • eat liver
  • increase daily fiber

If you are feeling down after pregnancy I want you to know that you are not alone. Think of that statistic, 80% of women suffer from hormone imbalances after pregnancy. Most importantly, try not to jump to conclusions that something is seriously wrong with you because hormonal changes are completely normal after giving birth. Just think about it, you carried a human being in your body for 9 months and then it very suddenly departs from you. Your body needs time to adjust to that huge change. Treat your body well, take natural hormonal balancing supplements, exercise and watch your diet. If you still aren’t feeling like yourself, seek advice from your doctor. Take care of yourself because you got this mama. 


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