107. 2 Things I Should Have Been Doing (But Wasn't) When I Was Desperate and Gaining Weight After having Kids
From Hormone Health for Moms - Hormone balance, Insulin resistance, Boost Energy, Cortisol, Blood sugar by Sara Moreira: Christian Functional Health Coach, FDNP, BSN, RN
May 20, 2026 · 19 min
About this episode
The episode discusses overlooked drivers of metabolic dysfunction in women, particularly postpartum, and emphasizes the importance of addressing signaling dysfunction over traditional weight loss methods.
Apply for 1:1 coaching in my Metabolic Mastery Program Now accepting applications for June! Most people are told insulin resistance and weight loss resistance are simply about eating fewer carbs, cutting calories, or exercising more. But for many women, especially postpartum or under chronic stress, the deeper issue is signaling dysfunction not effort. In this episode, we break down two of the most overlooked drivers of metabolic dysfunction that rarely get enough attention in mainstream conversations. Start Here ⬇️Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > sara@functionalmom.com Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset.Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLEUse Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!
People in this episode
Host: Sara Moreira
Topics covered
- insulin resistance
- weight loss resistance
- metabolic dysfunction
- postpartum health
- chronic stress
- coaching
Keywords
- insulin resistance
- weight loss
- metabolic dysfunction
- postpartum
- chronic stress
- coaching
- health
- fitness
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Midwest Red Light Therapy
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Organizations: Metabolic Mastery Program
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